LS1023AXN8KQB

The LS1023AXN8KQB is an NXP QorIQ Layerscape microprocessor featuring a dual‑core ARM® Cortex®‑A53 64‑bit CPU running at 1.0 GHz in a compact 780‑FCPBGA (23×23) package. It is targeted at embedded networking and industrial infrastructure applications where integrated I/O, security and efficient packet handling are required.

Designed for small‑form‑factor networking and industrial equipment, the device combines flexible memory support, multiple high‑speed interfaces and hardware security features to enable fanless, low‑BOM system designs that demand industrial temperature operation.

Key Features

• Core and Architecture Dual ARM® Cortex®‑A53 64‑bit cores at 1.0 GHz providing energy‑efficient general‑purpose processing.
• Memory Integrated controllers for DDR3L and DDR4 system memory to support common embedded memory choices.
• Networking & SerDes Multi‑protocol four‑lane SerDes and flexible Ethernet configurations including multiple 1GbE ports or a 10GbE option plus additional 1GbE ports; Frame Manager provides hardware packet parsing and classification.
• PCIe and High‑Speed I/O Support for DMA‑controlled PCIe Gen2 interfaces and other high‑speed peripheral connectivity for system expansion.
• Storage & USB Single SATA 6 Gbps port and two USB 3.0 ports with PHY for high‑speed storage and peripheral interfaces.
• Security & Offload Secure Boot and TrustZone® support, integrated security engine (SEC 5.4) and inline IPsec/offload capabilities to reduce CPU overhead on cryptographic workloads.
• Package & Temperature 780‑FCPBGA surface‑mount package (23×23 mm) qualified for industrial operation from −40 °C to 105 °C.
• Integration & Performance QorIQ Layerscape design with Data Path Acceleration Architecture (DPAA) and Frame Manager technologies delivering greater than 10 Gb/s of packet processing performance in a compact platform.

Typical Applications

• Branch Office Routers — Dual‑core processing, multiple Ethernet ports and packet offload enable routing, NAT and security functions in small routers and CPE devices.
• vCPE and Edge Equipment — Compact, fanless‑friendly design and integrated I/O make it suitable for virtualized customer premises equipment and edge appliances.
• Multi‑protocol IoT Gateways — Flexible SerDes, Ethernet and peripheral support allow protocol bridging and gateway aggregation for IoT deployments.
• Industrial PLC and Control — Industrial temperature qualification and secure boot/TrustZone support make it appropriate for control and automation systems.
• Security Appliances — Inline IPsec offload and a dedicated security engine reduce CPU load for packet security and VPN functions.

Unique Advantages

• Highly integrated networking and security: Frame Manager, DPAA and SEC 5.4 provide packet parsing, classification and cryptographic offload to minimize host CPU usage.
• Flexible I/O topology: Multi‑protocol SerDes, PCIe, SATA and USB 3.0 offer design flexibility for a range of peripheral and network configurations.
• Memory versatility: Native DDR3L and DDR4 controller support simplifies BOM choices and memory scalability.
• Industrial readiness: −40 °C to 105 °C operating range and surface‑mount 780‑FCPBGA package support deployment in harsh environments.
• Small‑form‑factor, low‑BOM design: Purpose‑built for compact, fanless systems with BOM optimizations for cost‑sensitive embedded applications.

Why Choose LS1023AXN8KQB?

The LS1023AXN8KQB combines dual ARM® Cortex®‑A53 64‑bit processing with QorIQ Layerscape packet acceleration and integrated security features to deliver a compact, industrial‑rated solution for embedded networking and edge applications. Its mix of Ethernet options, high‑speed I/O, memory flexibility and hardware offloads make it well suited for designers building branch routers, vCPE, gateways, industrial controllers and security appliances.

As part of the QorIQ Layerscape family, the device provides a balanced platform for scalable designs that require reliable packet throughput, integrated security and a small physical footprint for long‑term deployment in industrial and networking environments.

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