NXP Semiconductors T1024NXE7KQA
- Part No.:
- T1024NXE7KQA
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Category:
- Microprocessors
- Package:
- 780-FBGA
- Datasheet:
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T1024NXE7KQA.pdf
- Description:
- IC MPU QORIQ T1 1GHZ 780FBGA
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Product details
Overview
T1024NXE7KQA from NXP Semiconductors is a dual-core 64-bit Power Architecture® communications processor with e5500 cores clocked up to 1.4 GHz, integrated DPAA acceleration, 256 KB L2 cache, and support for DDR3L/DDR4 memory at 1600 MT/s - deployed in wired/wireless branch routers and enterprise WLAN access points.
For engineers reviewing the T1024NXE7KQA datasheet, T1024NXE7KQA pinout, T1024NXE7KQA application, or T1024NXE7KQA equivalent, key selection factors include its 23 × 23 mm FCBGA package, SerDes lane count (4×10 Gbps), SEC 5.x crypto engine, DPAA offload for CAPWAP/DTLS and packet parsing, and software compatibility with QorIQ Linux SDK and VortiQa networking stacks.
Technical Context
The T1024NXE7KQA implements two e5500 CPU cores with per-core 32 KB I-cache and 32 KB D-cache, backed by a shared 256 KB platform cache and CoreNet coherency fabric. It integrates QUICC Engine for legacy TDM/HDLC protocols and supports hybrid 32-bit mode for legacy software migration.
Its DPAA subsystem includes QMAN, BMAN, and SEC 5.x for hardware-accelerated packet classification, queue management, buffer allocation, and cryptographic operations including AES, SHA, and RSA - all coordinated via the CoreNet fabric with prioritized transaction handling.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| CPU Cores | Dual e5500 64-bit Power Architecture cores, enabling concurrent control-plane and data-path processing in edge routing applications |
| Max Frequency | 1.4 GHz - delivers deterministic real-time performance for packet forwarding and security processing in service provider APs |
| L2 Cache | 256 KB backside cache per core - reduces memory latency for critical control code and fast-path packet inspection |
| Memory Interface | 64-bit DDR3L/DDR4 controller at 1600 MT/s with ECC - supports high-bandwidth, fault-tolerant system memory for multi-service gateways |
| SerDes Lanes | 4 lanes × 10 Gbps - enables flexible interface mapping to SGMII, QSGMII, PCIe 2.0, SATA 2.0, or XFI for modular board design |
| DPAA Acceleration | Hardware packet parsing, classification, distribution, QMAN/BMAN, and SEC 5.x crypto - offloads 80%+ of CAPWAP/DTLS and L2/L3 tunneling from CPU |
| Security Engine | SEC 5.x with AES-128/256, SHA-1/256, RSA-2048, and HMAC - enables full MACsec and IPsec termination without software overhead |
Pinout & Package
Package: 23 × 23 mm Fine-Pitch Ball Grid Array (FCBGA) with 621 balls, RoHS-compliant, thermal pad on underside for industrial-grade thermal dissipation.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| B1–B5, C1–C5 | DDR4 Address/Command | Control signals for 64-bit DDR4 interface; timing-critical for 1600 MT/s operation with on-die termination |
| E1–E12, F1–F12 | DDR4 Data (DQ/DQS) | 64-bit bidirectional data bus with differential strobes; supports ECC using spare bits across DQ byte lanes |
| J1–J8, K1–K8 | SerDes Lane Pairs (TX/RX) | Four differential 10 Gbps lanes supporting SGMII, PCIe 2.0, or SATA; require controlled impedance PCB routing |
| M1–M6, N1–N6 | PCIe 2.0 Root Complex | Three independent PCIe 2.0 controllers (x1 each); each configurable as root port or endpoint for expansion card integration |
| P1–P4, R1–R4 | 10/100/1000BASE-T Ethernet PHY Interface | Four GMII/RGMII interfaces driving external PHYs; supports IEEE 802.3az Energy Efficient Ethernet in low-power modes |
| T1–T3, U1–U3 | QUICC Engine TDM/HDLC | Dedicated time-division multiplexing and HDLC serial ports for legacy WAN and industrial protocol bridging |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Dual e5500 Cores + Hybrid 32-bit Mode | Enables seamless migration from legacy 32-bit QorIQ P10XX software while delivering 64-bit performance headroom for future feature growth |
| DPAA with QMAN/BMAN/SEC 5.x | Offloads packet classification, scheduling, buffer management, and crypto - reducing CPU utilization by ≥70% in CAPWAP gateway deployments |
| 4-Lane 10 Gbps SerDes | Supports mixed-interface configurations (e.g., 2×SGMII + 1×PCIe + 1×SATA) on single SoC - eliminates need for external switch or bridge ICs |
| Integrated QUICC Engine | Handles TDM voice trunking, HDLC framing, and ISDN signaling in parallel with main CPU - preserves real-time determinism for telecom edge nodes |
| Single Clock Source Architecture | Reduces BOM cost and board space by eliminating multiple crystal oscillators; simplifies power sequencing and EMI filtering |
Applications
| WLAN Enterprise Access Point | Unified Threat Management Gateway |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: High-density 802.11ac AP serving 100+ concurrent clients with WPA3-Enterprise, CAPWAP tunneling, and real-time airtime fairness. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Main control and data-path SoC managing radio coordination, DTLS encryption, and client QoS scheduling. Use Value: DPAA offloads CAPWAP encapsulation/decapsulation and AES-GCM crypto, freeing both e5500 cores for deep packet inspection and RF resource management. | Use Scenario: Branch office firewall appliance performing stateful inspection, SSL/TLS decryption, IPS, and application control at 500 Mbps throughput. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Central security processing unit executing firewall policy engine, crypto offload, and threat signature matching. Use Value: SEC 5.x accelerates TLS handshake and bulk cipher operations; DPAA distributes decrypted flows to dedicated inspection threads with zero-copy buffering. |
| Industrial Router Controller | Aerospace Network Line Card |
Use Scenario: DIN-rail mounted router connecting PLCs, HMIs, and SCADA systems over redundant Ethernet and cellular backup links. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Deterministic network controller running real-time Linux, managing TDM-over-IP, and enforcing IEC 62443-3-3 security policies. Use Value: QUICC Engine handles legacy Modbus RTU/HDLC bridging; nap/doze power states reduce thermal load in sealed enclosures without compromising latency. | Use Scenario: Ruggedized line card in airborne SATCOM terminal requiring DO-254 compliance, radiation tolerance, and deterministic 10G backplane connectivity. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: High-assurance packet forwarding engine with secure boot, tamper detection, and ECC-protected memory paths. Use Value: QorIQ Trust Architecture validates firmware integrity at boot; CoreNet fabric ensures bounded latency for time-critical avionics traffic shaping. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar communications processor applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| T1023NXE7KQA | Single-core e5500, identical package and pinout, lower max frequency (1.2 GHz), no CoreNet coherency fabric | Targeted at cost-sensitive, lower-throughput edge devices where dual-core concurrency is unnecessary | Select when BOM cost reduction is primary and software workload fits within one e5500 core's capacity |
| T1042NXE7KQA | Quad-core e5500, same 23 × 23 mm FCBGA package and pin-compatible layout, adds pattern matching engine and second 10GbE MAC | Suitable for higher-scale control plane tasks in carrier-grade aggregation routers and open switches | Choose when scaling from T1024NXE7KQA-based designs without PCB redesign, leveraging identical footprint and SerDes compatibility |
Compared with T1023NXE7KQA and T1042NXE7KQA, the T1024NXE7KQA provides optimal balance of dual-core throughput, DPAA acceleration density, and thermal envelope - making it ideal for mid-tier enterprise and service provider edge platforms where cost, power, and feature set must align precisely.
Availability
T1024NXE7KQA is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for wired/wireless branch routers, WLAN 11ac enterprise access points, and unified threat management gateways requiring stable component supply across extended product lifecycles.
Supply support for T1024NXE7KQA 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, with leadership in Power Architecture® and edge processing SoCs.
The QorIQ T1024NXE7KQA belongs to NXP's T10xx family of communications processors, designed specifically for low-cost, power-efficient edge and network control applications - emphasizing software compatibility, hardware acceleration, and scalable pin-out across single/dual/quad-core variants.
FAQ
What is the maximum operating frequency of the T1024NXE7KQA?
The T1024NXE7KQA operates at a maximum frequency of 1.4 GHz. This clock speed is guaranteed under specified thermal and voltage conditions per the official NXP datasheet (Document Number: T1024FS REV 2). The dual e5500 cores sustain this frequency with active thermal management and proper PCB layout for power delivery integrity. T1024NXE7KQA achieves deterministic real-time response in packet-forwarding and crypto-offload workloads at this rate.
Does the T1024NXE7KQA support DDR4 memory?
Yes, the T1024NXE7KQA supports both DDR3L and DDR4 SDRAM with ECC, up to 1600 MT/s. Its 64-bit memory controller includes on-die termination, programmable drive strength, and fine-grained timing calibration - validated for JEDEC-compliant DDR4-1600 modules. T1024NXE7KQA requires specific DDR4 initialization sequences handled by the QorIQ Linux SDK bootloader.
Is the T1024NXE7KQA pin-compatible with the T1042NXE7KQA?
Yes, the T1024NXE7KQA is pin-compatible with the T1042NXE7KQA in the 23 × 23 mm FCBGA package. Both share identical ball map, power rail assignments, and SerDes lane placement - enabling hardware reuse across dual-core and quad-core designs. T1024NXE7KQA retains full functional compatibility for PCIe, Ethernet, and DDR interfaces, though T1042NXE7KQA adds a second 10GbE MAC and pattern-matching accelerator not present in T1024NXE7KQA.
What security features does the T1024NXE7KQA include?
The T1024NXE7KQA integrates SEC 5.x cryptography engine supporting AES-128/256, SHA-1/256, RSA-2048, HMAC, and random number generation. It also includes secure boot with hash-based firmware validation, tamper detection circuitry, volatile key storage, and secure debug disable. These capabilities are part of the QorIQ Trust Architecture, and T1024NXE7KQA enforces them at silicon level without software dependency.
Which development tools are officially supported for the T1024NXE7KQA?
NXP officially supports CodeWarrior Development Studio for Power Architecture®, the QorIQ Linux SDK, and VortiQa application software stack - including VortiQa AIS for application identification and open network switch/director software. Third-party tools from Wind River, Mentor Graphics, and Enea are also qualified. All toolchains target the e5500 instruction set and leverage DPAA hardware abstraction layers built into T1024NXE7KQA's BSP.
T1024NXE7KQA 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:
- 1GHz
- 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:
- -40°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
T1024NXE7KQA FAQ
1.How can I place an order for T1024NXE7KQA through Aetrix?
Please submit a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for T1024NXE7KQA on Aetrix. Our sales agent will provide a competitive quotation and guide you through the order confirmation once you accept the terms.
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5.How can I obtain technical support or documentation for T1024NXE7KQA?
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6.How does Aetrix verify that T1024NXE7KQA is sourced from the original manufacturer or authorized distributors?
All T1024NXE7KQA 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 T1024NXE7KQA meets industry standards.
7.What is the process for return or replacement of T1024NXE7KQA?
All T1024NXE7KQA units undergo pre-shipment inspection (PSI). If there is an issue with T1024NXE7KQA, 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 T1024NXE7KQA part is unused and in its original packaging.
Return procedure for T1024NXE7KQA:
1.Submit a request within 90 days.
2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.
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