Overview
The LS1046AXN8P1A is a highly integrated system-on-chip (SoC) processor from NXP USA Inc., part of the QorIQ Layerscape family. This processor is designed to offer high performance, power efficiency, and extensive features, making it suitable for a wide range of embedded applications. It features four 64-bit Arm Cortex-A72 CPU cores, each capable of operating up to 1.4 GHz, and is equipped with ECC-protected L1 and L2 cache memories for enhanced reliability.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Core Type | Arm Cortex-A72 |
| Number of Cores | 4 |
| Operating Frequency (Max) | 1400 MHz |
| External Memory Supported | DDR4 SDRAM |
| SRAM | 128 kB |
| Package Type | 780-FBGA, FCBGA |
| PCIe Version | PCIe 3.0 |
| Other Interfaces | SATA 6 Gbit/s, USB 3.0, QSPI, SPI, I2C, UARTs, GPIO |
Key Features
- Four 32-bit/64-bit Arm Cortex-A72 CPUs, arranged as a single cluster sharing a 2 MB L2 cache, with each core having 32 KB L1 data cache and 48 KB L1 instruction cache.
- Data Path Acceleration Architecture (DPAA) for packet parsing, classification, and distribution, queue management, hardware buffer management, and cryptography acceleration.
- Support for high-speed peripheral interfaces including three PCI Express 3.0 controllers, SATA 6 Gbit/s, and up to two XFI (10 GbE) interfaces.
- Integrated flash controller supporting NAND and NOR flash, and multiple high-speed USB 3.0 controllers with integrated PHY.
- Enhanced Secure Digital Host Controller supporting SD 3.0, eMMC 4.4, and eMMC 4.5.
- Global programmable interrupt controller (GIC) and thermal monitoring unit (TMU).
Applications
- Enterprise routers and switches
- Linecard controllers
- Network attached storage
- Security appliances
- Virtual customer premise equipment (vCPE)
- Service providers gateways
- Single board computers
Q & A
- What is the core type of the LS1046AXN8P1A processor?
The LS1046AXN8P1A features four 64-bit Arm Cortex-A72 CPU cores.
- What is the maximum operating frequency of the LS1046AXN8P1A?
The maximum operating frequency is 1400 MHz.
- What type of external memory is supported by the LS1046AXN8P1A?
The processor supports DDR4 SDRAM with ECC and interleaving.
- What is the package type of the LS1046AXN8P1A?
The package type is 780-FBGA, FCBGA.
- What are some of the key interfaces supported by the LS1046AXN8P1A?
The processor supports SATA 6 Gbit/s, USB 3.0, QSPI, SPI, I2C, UARTs, and GPIO.
- What is the Data Path Acceleration Architecture (DPAA) used for in the LS1046AXN8P1A?
The DPAA is used for packet parsing, classification, and distribution, queue management, hardware buffer management, and cryptography acceleration.
- What are some typical applications of the LS1046AXN8P1A?
Typical applications include enterprise routers and switches, linecard controllers, network attached storage, security appliances, and single board computers.
- Does the LS1046AXN8P1A support PCIe interfaces?
Yes, it supports three PCI Express 3.0 controllers.
- What kind of flash memory is supported by the LS1046AXN8P1A?
The processor supports NAND and NOR flash through its integrated flash controller.
- Does the LS1046AXN8P1A have thermal management features?
Yes, it includes a thermal monitoring unit (TMU) for thermal management.
