LS1023AXE8MQB

The LS1023AXE8MQB is a QorIQ Layerscape ARM® Cortex®-A53 based microprocessor IC delivering a 64-bit, 2-core platform running at 1.2 GHz. It is designed for embedded networking and industrial infrastructure applications where integration, deterministic I/O and industrial qualification matter.

With integrated memory controllers, a flexible Ethernet configuration, on-chip security and a compact 780-FCPBGA package, the LS1023A series part targets small-form-factor routers, gateways, industrial control and edge appliances that require performance and system-level integration.

Key Features

• Core  Dual ARM® Cortex®-A53 64-bit cores at 1.2 GHz providing a balanced compute profile for embedded networking and control tasks.
• Memory  Integrated DDR3L and DDR4 memory controllers for flexible system memory choices and BOM optimization.
• Networking  Flexible Ethernet configurations: either seven 1 GbE ports, or one 10 GbE plus five 1 GbE ports, supporting a range of connectivity topologies.
• Storage  Single SATA 6 Gbps (SATA 3.0) interface for high-speed local storage and logging.
• USB  Two USB 3.0 ports with PHY for high-speed host or peripheral connectivity.
• Accelerated Data Path  Data Path Acceleration Architecture (DPAA) and Frame Manager features from the LS1023A/LS1043A family enable hardware offload for packet parsing, classification and reduced CPU overhead up to multi-gigabit levels as documented for the series.
• Peripheral Interfaces  Multi-protocol SerDes and support for multiple PCIe® lanes (PCIe Gen2 DMA-controlled interfaces referenced in the series datasheet) for flexible I/O expansion.
• Security  Secure Boot and ARM TrustZone® support plus integrated security engine elements referenced in the family datasheet for in-line IPsec and cryptographic offload.
• Package & Mounting  780-FCPBGA (23 × 23 mm) surface-mount package for compact board layouts.
• Qualification & Environmental  Industrial qualification with RoHS compliance and an operating temperature range of -40 °C to 105 °C.
• Graphics  No graphics acceleration—optimized for control, networking and data-path tasks rather than display.

Typical Applications

• Integrated services & small routers  Use the LS1023A to build compact branch office routers and vCPE platforms that need integrated Ethernet, PCIe and storage interfaces.
• Edge and gateway appliances  Ideal for multi-protocol IoT gateways and edge equipment that require secure boot, TrustZone and accelerated packet processing.
• Industrial control  Suitable for industrial PLC and control systems requiring industrial temperature operation and a compact FCBGA footprint.
• Security appliances  Deploy in security appliances that benefit from on-chip security features and DPAA-based packet offload to maintain throughput with low CPU load.

Unique Advantages

• System-level integration: Consolidates memory controllers, USB 3.0 PHY, SATA and rich Ethernet options in a single SoC to reduce BOM and board complexity.
• Packet processing offload: Family-level DPAA and Frame Manager capabilities enable hardware-assisted packet parsing and classification, lowering CPU overhead for networking workloads.
• Industrial readiness: Industrial qualification and a -40 °C to 105 °C operating range support deployment in demanding environments.
• Security built in: Secure Boot and ARM TrustZone® provide a hardware foundation for trusted system boot and runtime isolation.
• Compact package: 780-FCPBGA (23×23 mm) surface-mount package allows small-form-factor designs while keeping high pin count for flexible I/O.
• Memory flexibility: Support for DDR3L and DDR4 memory technologies lets designers optimize for cost, power and performance trade-offs.

Why Choose LS1023AXE8MQB?

The LS1023AXE8MQB delivers a purpose-built 2-core 64-bit Layerscape solution that balances compute performance with integrated I/O and security features for embedded networking and industrial applications. Its combination of flexible Ethernet options, storage and high-speed peripheral interfaces, together with industrial qualification, makes it suitable for compact routers, gateways, industrial controllers and security appliances.

Design teams benefit from reduced system complexity and BOM by leveraging on-chip controllers and family-proven data-path acceleration features. The LS1023AXE8MQB is targeted at customers seeking a scalable, secure and field-ready processing element with vendor-backed ecosystem documentation.

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