MPC8533VTARJA - 1.067GHz e500v2 PowerQUICC III MPU | NXP
MPN: MPC8533VTARJA ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $168 | $168.00 |
| 10 | $152.4 | $1,524.00 |
| 100 | $138.6 | $13,860.00 |
| 500 | $126 | $63,000.00 |
| 1,000 | $117.6 | $117,600.00 |
MPC8533VTARJA Overview
A microprocessor (MPU) is an integrated circuit that fetches, decodes, and executes instructions of a program stored in external memory. The MPC8533VTARJA belongs to the broader category of embedded microprocessors -> communication processors -> system-on-chip (SoC) -> integrated circuits. PowerQUICC III devices evolved from Freescale's (now NXP) PowerQUICC II line, adding deeper pipelining, an integrated security engine option, and high-speed serial interfaces such as PCIe and Serial RapidIO.
Key features of this part include a single e500v2 core with dual-issue superscalar execution, hardware tablewalk for virtual memory, and an integrated DDR memory controller supporting DDR1 and DDR2 SDRAM. The device integrates a 32-bit/64-bit PCI controller, a x1/x2/x4 PCIe interface, a triple-speed 10/100/1000 Ethernet MAC, USB 2.0 high-speed with on-chip PHY, and an Enhanced Local Bus controller for NAND/NOR flash and SRAM. Operating voltages are 0.95 V to 1.05 V core, 1.8 V DDR, 2.5 V Ethernet/PCIe, and 3.3 V I/O, with a 0 to 90 C commercial temperature grade.
Architecturally, the e500v2 core implements Book-E architecture extensions with a seven-stage pipeline and dual-issue out-of-order execution. The platform runs from a 32-bit system bus and integrates DMA engines, interrupt controllers, and four channelized serial interfaces (TDM/Hdlc/HDLC). The Rev 2.1 silicon revision improves power consumption and adds errata fixes documented in NXP errata documents.
Typical applications include enterprise networking routers and switches, multi-function printers, IP-PBX systems, industrial control gateways, network-attached storage controllers, and PCIe endpoint cards requiring an integrated host CPU. The 783-FCBGA package is targeted at high-layer-count PCBs with controlled-impedance routing for DDR and PCIe lanes.
When designing with the MPC8533VTARJA, ensure the PCB supports 1.067 GHz CPU clock distribution, DDR2-533 memory layout with matched trace lengths, and decoupling capacitors placed adjacent to each core voltage domain. Use NXP's U-Boot or CodeWarrior initialization sequences and follow the hardware specification for power sequencing to avoid latch-up.
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Drop-in alternatives for MPC8533VTARJA — same package, pin-to-pin compatible. Different-package parts requiring PCB rework are excluded.
Variants in this series
Same-series models that are drop-in compatible with MPC8533VTARJA (same form factor and footprint) — differing in Memory Controller, Operating Temperature, Ethernet, Series, Core Architecture.
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View Datasheet →MPC8533VTARJA Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Core Architecture | PowerPC e500v2 |
| Number of Cores | 1 |
| Data Bus Width | 32-bit |
| Maximum CPU Frequency | 1.067 GHz |
| Core Voltage | 0.95 V to 1.05 V |
| I/O Voltage | 3.3 V |
| DDR Memory Voltage | 1.8 V (DDR1/DDR2) |
| Ethernet PHY Voltage | 2.5 V |
| Memory Controller | DDR1 / DDR2 SDRAM |
| PCI Interface | 32-bit/64-bit PCI 2.2 |
| PCI Express Interface | x1 / x2 / x4 PCIe |
| Ethernet MAC | 10/100/1000 Mbps (Triple-speed) |
| USB Interface | USB 2.0 High-Speed with integrated PHY |
| Enhanced Local Bus | Yes (NAND/NOR flash, SRAM) |
| Operating Temperature | 0 C to 90 C |
| Silicon Revision | Rev 2.1 |
| Package | 783-FCBGA (29x29 mm) |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount (BGA) |
MPC8533VTARJA 783-fcbga (29x29 mm) Pin Configuration Guide
Pin configuration for MPC8533VTARJA (783-fcbga (29x29 mm) package). This digital IC includes GPIO, communication interfaces (UART, SPI, I2C), and power pins. Refer to the manufacturer datasheet for alternate pin functions and configuration options. Essential for embedded system design and PCB layout.
No detailed pinout data available for MPC8533VTARJA.
Refer to the datasheet for full pin configuration.
Typical Applications
MPC8533VTARJA is suitable for 6 applications: Enterprise Networking Routers, Multi-Function Printers, Industrial Control Gateways, Network-Attached Storage Controllers, PCIe Endpoint Cards, IP-PBX and Unified Communications.
Enterprise Networking Routers
The MPC8533VTARJA's combination of 1.067 GHz e500v2 core, integrated PCI/PCIe, Gigabit Ethernet MAC and DDR2 controller makes it well suited for entry-level enterprise routers and unified threat management appliances. With hardware ECC on the DDR2 bus and a triple-speed Gigabit Ethernet MAC, the device can sustain wire-rate routing table lookups without offloading. It typically sits between a PHY/MAC front end and a switching fabric, performing routing decisions at line rate while driving packet statistics through DMA. The 783-FCBGA's controlled-impedance package supports the high-layer-count PCBs typical of networking hardware.
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Multi-Function Printers
Multi-function printers (MFPs) require a host CPU capable of running Linux, managing scanner image pipelines, and driving network protocols. The MPC8533VTARJA's 1.067 GHz core is adequate for ARM-class workloads in the 100-500 Mbps range, while its integrated USB 2.0 high-speed PHY with on-chip transceiver simplifies the Wi-Fi/USB dongle interface. The Enhanced Local Bus controller connects to NAND flash for OS storage and to a parallel LCD panel for the operator display. Compared to ASIC solutions, the PowerQUICC III offers faster time-to-market because Linux and printer drivers are pre-validated in the NXP BSP.
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Industrial Control Gateways
Industrial gateways running protocol conversion (Modbus, EtherNet/IP, PROFINET) benefit from the MPC8533VTARJA's deterministic interrupt response and PCI/PCIe expansion capability. The 1.067 GHz e500v2 core can host a real-time Linux kernel with PREEMPT_RT patches while driving fieldbus cards over PCI. The triple-speed Ethernet MAC serves as the uplink to the plant network, while a second MAC can connect to the fieldbus. The 0 to 90 C commercial temperature grade covers most factory-floor cabinets when paired with a sealed enclosure.
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Network-Attached Storage Controllers
Small-form-factor NAS appliances use the MPC8533VTARJA as the main SoC, with SATA/PATA host adapters over PCI providing disk connectivity and the Gigabit Ethernet MAC serving as the LAN uplink. The DDR2-533 memory controller supports ECC, which is critical for RAID scrubbing operations. At 1.067 GHz the e500v2 core can sustain roughly 100 MB/s file-transfer throughput with software RAID5, sufficient for SOHO/SMB NAS use cases. The 32-bit PCI bus drives up to four SATA ports through standard silicon.
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PCIe Endpoint Cards
The MPC8533VTARJA's integrated x1/x2/x4 PCIe interface allows it to be used as the host CPU on a PCIe endpoint card or as a co-processor on an add-in card. Applications include protocol offload (crypto, compression, deep-packet inspection) and intelligent network adapters. The 783-FCBGA's exposed-die thermal management supports the higher sustained load typical of PCIe endpoint workloads. Because the device integrates both PCI and PCIe, it can bridge legacy 32-bit PCI peripherals to a PCIe host without a separate bridge chip.
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IP-PBX and Unified Communications
IP-PBX systems and small unified-communications appliances use the MPC8533VTARJA to host Asterisk, FreeSWITCH, or proprietary PBX firmware while driving 10/100/1000 Ethernet for both IP phones and trunk interfaces. The TDM/Hdlc/HDLC channelized serial controllers connect to digital PSTN interfaces (T1/E1) without an external framer. The DDR2-533 memory subsystem supports the call-state lookup tables and codec buffers needed for 100-200 concurrent calls. Drop-in compatibility with MPC8533EVTARJA enables hardware-accelerated SRTP without PCB changes.
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Engineering reference data for MPC8533VTARJA — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | MPC8533EVTARJA | MPC8535EBVTAQG | MPC8544VJARJA | MPC8569ECVTAQLJB | MPC8555EVTAPF |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 783-FCBGA (29x29) | 783-FCBGA (29x29) - same | 783-FCBGA (29x29) - same | 783-FCBGA (29x29) - same | 783-FCBGA (29x29) - same | 783-FCBGA (29x29) - same |
| Brand | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors |
| CPU Frequency (max) | 1.067 GHz | 1.067 GHz | 1.067 GHz | 1.067 GHz | 1.333 GHz | 1.0 GHz |
| Core Count | 1 (e500v2) | 1 (e500v2) | 1 (e500v2) | 1 (e500v2) | 1 (e500v2) | 1 (e500) |
| Security Engine | No | SEC 4.0 (yes) | SEC 4.0 (yes) | Optional | Optional | No |
| DDR Memory Controller | DDR1/DDR2 | DDR1/DDR2 | DDR1/DDR2 | DDR1/DDR2 | DDR2 | DDR1 |
| Serial RapidIO | No | No | No | Yes | Yes | No |
| PCI Express Lanes | x1/x2/x4 | x1/x2/x4 | x1/x2/x4 | x1/x2/x4/x8 | x1/x2/x4/x8 | No PCIe (PCI only) |
| Operating Temperature | 0 C to 90 C | 0 C to 90 C | 0 C to 105 C | 0 C to 90 C | 0 C to 105 C | 0 C to 70 C |
Key Differentiators
- Single-core 1.067 GHz e500v2 in compact 783-FCBGA (vs MPC8533EVTARJA)
- Lower SerDes complexity than MPC8544 (vs MPC8544VJARJA)
- DDR2 support at 1.067 GHz platform (vs MPC8555EVTAPF)
- Cost-optimized vs higher-end QUICC Engine parts (vs MPC8569ECVTAQLJB)
Design Notes
The 783-FCBGA requires a high-layer-count PCB (10+ layers) with matched trace lengths on the DDR2 byte lanes. Per the NXP hardware specification, route all MDQS, MD, and MA signals within +/- 25 mil of the matched length target to preserve DDR2-533 timing margins. Use 1.8 V SSTL18 termination and place VTT termination resistors within 200 mil of the DDR2 VTT balls. Use ground-referenced coplanar waveguide with GND stitching vias every 200 mil along high-speed SerDes and PCIe lanes.
Estimated: at 1.067 GHz with 1.0 V core supply and 1.5 W DDR2 power draw, the MPC8533VTARJA dissipates 5-9 W depending on workload. With a junction-to-ambient thermal resistance of approximately 12 C/W on a 1 oz copper 8-layer PCB, junction temperature can approach 100 C at 25 C ambient. A top-side heat spreader bonded with thermal interface material is recommended for sustained workloads above 7 W. Always validate with the full thermal model in NXP AN-XXX thermal management documentation.
Power sequencing must bring up the 3.3 V I/O supply first, then the 2.5 V Ethernet/PCIe supply, then the 1.8 V DDR supply, and finally the 0.95-1.05 V core supply, in that order. The MPC8533VTARJA does not tolerate reverse sequencing and may latch up if the core rail rises before I/O. Use a multi-rail PMIC with programmable power-up sequencing and add a Schottky diode from core to I/O as a back-drive protection measure during transient events.
Common mistakes when bringing up the MPC8533VTARJA include forgetting to configure the DDR2 register settings per the SPD of the populated DIMM, failing to drive the HRESET line correctly during POR, and neglecting to enable spread-spectrum clocking on the platform clock. Use U-Boot's power-on initialization sequence and validate DDR calibration via the DDR controller's built-in diagnostic mode before booting the OS.
The Gigabit Ethernet SerDes lanes require 100-ohm differential impedance with intra-pair skew less than 5 mil. The PCIe lanes use the same 100-ohm differential target with a maximum intra-pair skew of 10 mil. Reference NXP's SerDes validation board layout for via shielding and AC-coupling capacitor placement. Place the AC-coupling capacitors within 360 mil of the device balls for PCIe Gen 1 compliance.
Compliance Information
RoHS/REACH compliance status inferred from NXP product page material declaration. Lead-free FCBGA termination. AEC-Q100 is not applicable for commercial networking MPU. Halogen-free status was not present in the verified web data and is set to unknown. Conflict minerals compliance per NXP corporate policy.