LS1026ASN8Q1A

The NXP LS1026ASN8Q1A is a QorIQ Layerscape microprocessor based on dual ARM® Cortex®-A72 cores running at 1.6 GHz. It targets embedded designs that demand high CPU performance together with integrated packet-processing and a broad set of high-speed I/O.

Designed for networking, storage, security and industrial applications, the device combines a 64-bit dual-core Cortex-A72 architecture with DDR4 memory support and multi-rate Ethernet connectivity to simplify system integration and accelerate time-to-market.

Key Features

• Core  Dual ARM® Cortex®-A72 cores at 1.6 GHz providing 64-bit processing for compute-intensive embedded workloads.
• Memory  DDR4 memory controller support for modern high-bandwidth system memory.
• Networking  Integrated multi-rate Ethernet: two 10 GbE ports, one 2.5 GbE port and four 1 GbE ports to support diverse networking topologies and throughput requirements.
• Storage & USB  SATA 3.0 (6 Gbps) interface plus three USB 3.0 controllers with PHY to enable high-speed storage and peripheral connectivity.
• Security  Secure Boot and ARM TrustZone® support for platform integrity and trusted execution.
• Peripherals & Acceleration  Integrated packet processing acceleration and high-speed peripherals (PCIe Gen3 referenced in series materials) to offload networking tasks and streamline data paths.
• Package & Mounting  780-FCPBGA (23 × 23 mm) surface-mount package suitable for compact embedded board designs.
• Operating Range & Qualification  Consumer qualification with an operating temperature range of 0 °C to 105 °C and RoHS-compliant material status.

Typical Applications

• Enterprise & Service Provider Networking  Use in routers, switches and gateway controllers that require multi-gigabit Ethernet and packet processing acceleration.
• Network Attached Storage (NAS)  Host high-throughput storage and RAID-accelerated workflows using SATA 3.0 and integrated security features.
• Security Appliances  Deploy in firewall, VPN and encryption appliances leveraging Secure Boot, TrustZone and integrated security acceleration.
• Virtual CPE and Edge Compute  Suitable for virtual customer premise equipment and edge platforms that need balanced CPU performance and high-speed I/O.

Unique Advantages

• Balanced dual-core 64-bit performance: 1.6 GHz ARM Cortex-A72 cores provide strong general-purpose processing for embedded and networking tasks.
• Broad high-speed I/O integration: Multiple 10 GbE/2.5 GbE/1 GbE ports, SATA 6 Gbps and USB 3.0 reduce external controller requirements and simplify BOM.
• On-chip security features: Secure Boot and TrustZone enable platform trust and secure firmware workflows without relying solely on external components.
• Compact BGA package: 780-FCPBGA (23×23 mm) supports dense board layouts for compact systems and single-board computer designs.
• Designed for embedded use: DDR4 memory support and packet-processing acceleration help deliver predictable throughput for networking and storage applications.

Why Choose LS1026ASN8Q1A?

The LS1026ASN8Q1A positions itself as a high-performance, highly integrated microprocessor for embedded networking, storage and security applications. Its dual ARM Cortex-A72 cores, DDR4 memory interface and extensive high-speed I/O provide a cohesive platform to implement multi-gigabit networking, high-throughput storage and secure edge compute functions while reducing external component count.

This device is suited for system designers and OEMs developing enterprise and industrial embedded products that require a balance of compute performance, integrated connectivity and platform security, while benefiting from NXP’s QorIQ Layerscape architecture and ecosystem.

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