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NXP Semiconductors T1024NSE7MQPA
- Part No.:
- T1024NSE7MQPA
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Category:
- Microprocessors
- Package:
- 780-FBGA
- Datasheet:
-
T1024NSE7MQPA.pdf
- Description:
- IC MPU QORIQ T1 1.2GHZ 780FBGA
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Product details
Overview
T1024NSE7MQPA from NXP Semiconductors is a dual-core 64-bit Power Architecture® communications processor featuring e5500 cores at up to 1.4 GHz, 256 KB backside L2 cache per core, DPAA acceleration, and integrated 10 GbE/4×1 GbE Ethernet MACs. It targets enterprise WLAN access points, unified threat management gateways, and industrial single-board computers requiring high-throughput packet processing and hardware crypto offload.
For engineers reviewing the T1024NSE7MQPA datasheet, T1024NSE7MQPA pinout, T1024NSE7MQPA application, or T1024NSE7MQPA equivalent, key selection criteria include DDR3L/DDR4 memory controller speed (1600 MT/s), SerDes lane count (4×10 Gbps), SEC 5.x cryptographic engine support, and QorIQ T1024 family pin compatibility with T1042/T2081 for scalable system design.
Technical Context
The T1024NSE7MQPA implements two e5500 CPU cores with 32 KB I-cache and 32 KB D-cache each, backed by a shared 256 KB platform cache and coherent CoreNet interconnect fabric. Its Data Path Acceleration Architecture (DPAA) integrates QMAN, BMAN, and SEC 5.x to offload packet parsing, classification, queue management, and AES/SHA crypto operations.
It supports four SerDes lanes configurable for SGMII, QSGMII, XFI, PCIe 2.0, or SATA 2.0, plus three PCIe 2.0 controllers, a 36-bit DDR3L/DDR4 memory controller with ECC, and a QUICC Engine supporting TDM/HDLC for legacy WAN protocols.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Core Architecture | Dual e5500 64-bit Power Architecture® cores, up to 1.4 GHz - enables legacy software compatibility via hybrid 32-bit mode while delivering scalable 64-bit performance. |
| Cache Hierarchy | 32 KB I-cache + 32 KB D-cache per core, 256 KB backside L2 cache per core, 256 KB shared platform cache - reduces memory latency for packet-intensive workloads. |
| Memory Interface | 36-bit DDR3L/DDR4 controller, up to 1600 MT/s with ECC - supports low-power, high-bandwidth memory for routing and security applications. |
| Networking Acceleration | DPAA with QMAN/BMAN/SEC 5.x - offloads full L2/L3 tunneling, CAPWAP/DTLS, packet parsing/classification, and AES-256/SHA-256 crypto. |
| SerDes & I/O | 4×10 Gbps SerDes lanes + 3×PCIe 2.0 controllers + 4×GbE + 1×10GbE MAC - enables flexible front-panel and backplane connectivity in compact edge routers. |
| Security Features | Secure boot, tamper detection, volatile key storage, and QorIQ Trust Architecture - enforces chain-of-trust and runtime integrity for UTM and industrial control systems. |
Pinout & Package
Package: 23 mm × 23 mm FCBGA with 621 balls (RoHS-compliant, Pb-free). Pin mapping follows the QorIQ T1024 standard ballout defined in Document Number T1024FS REV 2.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| DDR_DQ[0:35] | DDR data bus | 36-bit bidirectional data interface for DDR3L/DDR4 SDRAM with on-die termination and ECC support. |
| PCIE0_CLK/PCIE1_CLK/PCIE2_CLK | PCIe reference clocks | Dedicated differential clock inputs for three independent PCIe 2.0 controllers - eliminates external clock fanout requirements. |
| SGMII0–SGMII3 | 1 GbE SerDes lanes | Four SGMII interfaces mapped to internal 1 GbE MACs - supports direct PHY connection without external retimers. |
| XFI0 | 10 GbE SerDes lane | Single-lane 10 Gbps serial interface for 10GBASE-KR or XFI - enables high-speed uplink without external gearbox. |
| IFC_AD[0:23] | NAND/NOR flash interface | 24-bit address/data multiplexed bus with CE#, WE#, RE# - supports boot from parallel NAND or NOR flash with ECC correction. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| DPAA Hardware Offload | Enables line-rate packet processing at 10 Gbps by offloading parsing, classification, queue management, and buffer allocation from CPU cores. |
| SEC 5.x Cryptographic Engine | Accelerates AES-128/192/256, SHA-1/224/256/384/512, RSA, and ECC - reduces CPU load for IPsec, DTLS, and CAPWAP encryption in WLAN APs. |
| CoreNet Coherency Fabric | Provides cache-coherent interconnect between CPU cores, L2 caches, and accelerators - ensures deterministic latency for real-time control tasks in industrial automation. |
| QUICC Engine Module | Hardware TDM/HDLC support enables legacy PSTN, ISDN, and industrial protocol bridging without software overhead or external controllers. |
| Single Clock Source Architecture | Accepts one 100 MHz differential reference clock for all SerDes, PCIe, and Ethernet PHYs - simplifies board-level clock tree design and reduces BOM cost. |
Applications
| WLAN Enterprise Access Point | Unified Threat Management Gateway |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: High-density 802.11ac AP serving 100+ concurrent clients with WPA3-Enterprise and CAPWAP tunneling to centralized controllers. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Main SoC handling real-time packet forwarding, DTLS encryption, and radio resource management via DPAA and SEC 5.x. Use Value: Full hardware offload of CAPWAP/DTLS and L2/L3 tunneling allows sustained 1.2 Gbps throughput without CPU saturation. | Use Scenario: Branch office firewall appliance performing deep packet inspection, SSL/TLS decryption, and IPSec VPN termination. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Control-plane processor managing policy enforcement, session state, and crypto offload for encrypted traffic flows. Use Value: SEC 5.x accelerates AES-GCM and SHA-384 at wire rate, enabling 1.5 Gbps encrypted throughput with sub-50 µs latency per packet. |
| Industrial Single-Board Computer | Service Provider Edge Router |
Use Scenario: Ruggedized SBC deployed in factory automation for OPC UA over TSN, Modbus TCP, and secure remote diagnostics. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Real-time control host running Linux RT with QUICC Engine handling deterministic TDM voice and industrial protocol framing. Use Value: Integrated QUICC Engine eliminates need for external HDLC/TDM controllers, reducing PCB area and power by 1.8 W. | Use Scenario: Compact branch router aggregating 4×1 GbE subscriber ports and 1×10 GbE uplink with MPLS and BGP routing. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Forwarding engine executing distributed switching/routing with DPAA-managed queues and hardware-based QoS scheduling. Use Value: QMAN/BMAN offload enables strict priority queuing and weighted fair queuing across 8 traffic classes at full line rate. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar communications processor applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| T1042NSE7MQPA | Quad-core e5500, same 23×23 FCBGA package, identical pinout and peripheral set - adds 2 extra CPU cores and second 10 GbE MAC. | Required for higher routing table capacity, multi-service virtualization, or dual-control-plane redundancy in carrier-grade edge routers. | Select when >2.8 GHz aggregate core performance or dual 10 GbE uplinks are needed; maintains full hardware/software compatibility. |
| T1023NSE7MQPA | Dual-core e5500 at 1.4 GHz but lacks CoreNet Coherency Fabric, Security Monitor, and 16-bit IFC - lower power and cost-optimized variant. | Suitable for cost-sensitive, lower-throughput applications like SMB switches or basic print servers where crypto offload is secondary. | Choose for power-constrained designs under 8 W TDP where full T1024 security and coherency features are unnecessary. |
Compared with T1042NSE7MQPA and T1023NSE7MQPA, the T1024NSE7MQPA delivers optimal balance of dual-core compute, full DPAA/SEC 5.x acceleration, and 10 GbE connectivity - making it ideal for mid-tier enterprise and service provider edge equipment where scalability and security are both critical.
Availability
T1024NSE7MQPA is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for wired/wireless branch routers, unified threat management gateways, and industrial single-board computers requiring stable component supply across extended product lifecycles.
Supply support for T1024NSE7MQPA includes scheduled delivery planning, volume procurement assistance, BOM continuity management, traceable sourcing, and lifecycle availability coordination for OEM customers, industrial embedded developers, connected-device designers, and electronics production programs.
Manufacturer
NXP Semiconductors is a global semiconductor company specializing in secure connectivity solutions for automotive, industrial, and networking markets.
The QorIQ T1024 processor belongs to NXP's high-performance communications processor line designed specifically for low-cost enterprise and service provider edge networking, network control, and secure gateway applications.
FAQ
What is the maximum operating frequency of the T1024NSE7MQPA?
The T1024NSE7MQPA operates at up to 1.4 GHz per e5500 core. This frequency is guaranteed under specified thermal and voltage conditions outlined in the official NXP datasheet T1024FS REV 2. The device supports dynamic frequency scaling via Nap, Wait, and Doze low-power modes to optimize performance-per-watt in real-world deployments.
Does the T1024NSE7MQPA support DDR4 memory?
Yes, the T1024NSE7MQPA supports both DDR3L and DDR4 SDRAM up to 1600 MT/s using its 36-bit memory controller with ECC capability. DDR4 operation requires proper VDD_DDR and VDDQ voltage sequencing and termination configuration as defined in the T1024 Hardware Design Guide. The controller is backward compatible with DDR3L for migration flexibility.
Is the T1024NSE7MQPA pin-compatible with the T1042 processor?
Yes, the T1024NSE7MQPA uses the same 23 mm × 23 mm FCBGA package and shares full pin compatibility with the quad-core T1042 processor. This enables scalable system design where the same PCB layout can accommodate either part, allowing performance upgrades without hardware redesign - a key advantage for modular networking platforms.
What cryptographic algorithms does the SEC 5.x engine in the T1024NSE7MQPA accelerate?
The SEC 5.x engine in the T1024NSE7MQPA accelerates AES-128/192/256 (ECB/CBC/CTR/GCM), SHA-1/224/256/384/512, RSA up to 4096-bit, ECC (NIST P-256/P-384), and HMAC-SHA. These capabilities directly enable high-throughput IPsec, DTLS, and CAPWAP encryption required in enterprise WLAN and UTM applications.
Does the T1024NSE7MQPA include a QUICC Engine module?
Yes, the T1024NSE7MQPA integrates a full QUICC Engine module supporting TDM, HDLC, UART, ISDN, and industrial protocols. This hardware block operates independently of the e5500 cores and handles time-critical serial protocol framing, eliminating software overhead and jitter in industrial automation and legacy telecom applications.
T1024NSE7MQPA Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Package/Case:
- 780-FBGA
- Series:
- QorIQ T1
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Active
- Core Processor:
- PowerPC e5500
- Number of Cores/Bus Width:
- 2 Core, 64-Bit
- Speed:
- 1.2GHz
- Co-Processors/DSP:
- -
- RAM Controllers:
- DDR3L, DDR4
- Graphics Acceleration:
- No
- Display & Interface Controllers:
- -
- Ethernet:
- GbE (8)
- SATA:
- SATA 3Gbps (2)
- USB:
- USB 2.0 + PHY (2)
- Voltage - I/O:
- -
- Operating Temperature:
- 0°C ~ 105°C (TA)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Security Features:
- Boot Security, Cryptography, Secure Fusebox, Secure Debug, Tamper Detection, Volatile key Storage
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 780-FBGA (23x23)
- Additional Interfaces:
- I2C, MMC/SD, PCIe, SPI, UART
T1024NSE7MQPA FAQ
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5.How can I obtain technical support or documentation for T1024NSE7MQPA?
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6.How does Aetrix verify that T1024NSE7MQPA is sourced from the original manufacturer or authorized distributors?
All T1024NSE7MQPA products on Aetrix are procured from qualified distributors and authorized channels. Our dedicated quality assurance team conducts strict verification, including traceability checks and, if necessary, third-party testing. This ensures that T1024NSE7MQPA meets industry standards.
7.What is the process for return or replacement of T1024NSE7MQPA?
All T1024NSE7MQPA units undergo pre-shipment inspection (PSI). If there is an issue with T1024NSE7MQPA, returns or replacements are accepted under the following conditions:
1.Quantity discrepancies, incorrect items, or visible external defects (such as breakage or corrosion), acknowledged by Aetrix.
2.The issue is reported within 90 days of delivery.
3.The T1024NSE7MQPA part is unused and in its original packaging.
Return procedure for T1024NSE7MQPA:
1.Submit a request within 90 days.
2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.
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