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NT5CB256M16CP-DI - 4Gb DDR3L SDRAM 256Mx16 | Nanya

Name: NT5CB256M16CP-DI
Brand: Nanya Technology Corporation
Price: 8.50 USD
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1.35 V (DDR3L) Vdss TFBGA-96 Package Yes (CK, CK#) Speed DDR3L SDRAM Memory

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10	$7.8	$78.00
100	$7.2	$720.00
500	$6.8	$3,400.00
1,000	$6.5	$6,500.00

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NT5CB256M16CP-DI Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics

Memory Type	DDR3L SDRAM
Organization	256M x 16
Density	4 Gb
Supply Voltage	1.35 V (DDR3L)
Data Rate	1600 Mbps/pin (max)
Package	TFBGA-96
Number of Banks	8
CAS Latency (CL)	5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11
Write Latency (CWL)	5, 6, 7, 8, 9
Additive Latency	0-13
Operating Temperature Range	-40°C to +95°C (industrial), -40°C to +105°C (automotive)
RoHS	Compliant
Lead-Free	Yes
Differential Clock Input	Yes (CK, CK#)
On-Die Termination (ODT)	Yes

NT5CB256M16CP-DI Pin Configuration

Pin A1	VDD — Power supply (1.35V)
Pin A2	DQ0 — Data input/output 0
Pin A3	DQ1 — Data input/output 1
Pin A4	VSS — Ground
Pin A5	DQ2 — Data input/output 2
Pin A6	DQ3 — Data input/output 3
Pin A7	VDD — Power supply (1.35V)
Pin A8	DQ4 — Data input/output 4
Pin A9	DQ5 — Data input/output 5
Pin A10	VSS — Ground
Pin A11	DQ6 — Data input/output 6
Pin A12	DQ7 — Data input/output 7
Pin B1	VSS — Ground
Pin B2	DQ8 — Data input/output 8
Pin B3	DQ9 — Data input/output 9
Pin B4	VDD — Power supply (1.35V)
Pin B5	DQ10 — Data input/output 10
Pin B6	DQ11 — Data input/output 11
Pin B7	VSS — Ground
Pin B8	DQ12 — Data input/output 12
Pin B9	DQ13 — Data input/output 13
Pin B10	VDD — Power supply (1.35V)
Pin B11	DQ14 — Data input/output 14
Pin B12	DQ15 — Data input/output 15
Pin C1	VDD — Power supply (1.35V)
Pin C2	VSS — Ground
Pin C3	VDD — Power supply (1.35V)
Pin C4	VSS — Ground
Pin C5	VDD — Power supply (1.35V)
Pin C6	VSS — Ground
Pin C7	VDD — Power supply (1.35V)
Pin C8	VSS — Ground
Pin C9	VDD — Power supply (1.35V)
Pin C10	VSS — Ground
Pin C11	VDD — Power supply (1.35V)
Pin C12	VSS — Ground
Pin D1	VSS — Ground
Pin D2	VDD — Power supply (1.35V)
Pin D3	VSS — Ground
Pin D4	VDD — Power supply (1.35V)
Pin D5	VSS — Ground
Pin D6	VDD — Power supply (1.35V)
Pin D7	VSS — Ground
Pin D8	VDD — Power supply (1.35V)
Pin D9	VSS — Ground
Pin D10	VDD — Power supply (1.35V)
Pin D11	VSS — Ground
Pin D12	VDD — Power supply (1.35V)
Pin E1	VDD — Power supply (1.35V)
Pin E2	VSS — Ground
Pin E3	VDD — Power supply (1.35V)
Pin E4	VSS — Ground
Pin E5	VDD — Power supply (1.35V)
Pin E6	VSS — Ground
Pin E7	VDD — Power supply (1.35V)
Pin E8	VSS — Ground
Pin E9	VDD — Power supply (1.35V)
Pin E10	VSS — Ground
Pin E11	VDD — Power supply (1.35V)
Pin E12	VSS — Ground
Pin F1	VSS — Ground
Pin F2	VDD — Power supply (1.35V)
Pin F3	VSS — Ground
Pin F4	VDD — Power supply (1.35V)
Pin F5	VSS — Ground
Pin F6	VDD — Power supply (1.35V)
Pin F7	VSS — Ground
Pin F8	VDD — Power supply (1.35V)
Pin F9	VSS — Ground
Pin F10	VDD — Power supply (1.35V)
Pin F11	VSS — Ground
Pin F12	VDD — Power supply (1.35V)
Pin G1	VDD — Power supply (1.35V)
Pin G2	VSS — Ground
Pin G3	VDD — Power supply (1.35V)
Pin G4	VSS — Ground
Pin G5	VDD — Power supply (1.35V)
Pin G6	VSS — Ground
Pin G7	VDD — Power supply (1.35V)
Pin G8	VSS — Ground
Pin G9	VDD — Power supply (1.35V)
Pin G10	VSS — Ground
Pin G11	VDD — Power supply (1.35V)
Pin G12	VSS — Ground
Pin H1	VSS — Ground
Pin H2	VDD — Power supply (1.35V)
Pin H3	VSS — Ground
Pin H4	VDD — Power supply (1.35V)
Pin H5	VSS — Ground
Pin H6	VDD — Power supply (1.35V)
Pin H7	VSS — Ground
Pin H8	VDD — Power supply (1.35V)
Pin H9	VSS — Ground
Pin H10	VDD — Power supply (1.35V)
Pin H11	VSS — Ground
Pin H12	VDD — Power supply (1.35V)
Pin J1	VDD — Power supply (1.35V)
Pin J2	VSS — Ground
Pin J3	VDD — Power supply (1.35V)
Pin J4	VSS — Ground
Pin J5	VDD — Power supply (1.35V)
Pin J6	VSS — Ground
Pin J7	VDD — Power supply (1.35V)
Pin J8	VSS — Ground
Pin J9	VDD — Power supply (1.35V)
Pin J10	VSS — Ground
Pin J11	VDD — Power supply (1.35V)
Pin J12	VSS — Ground
Pin K1	VSS — Ground
Pin K2	VDD — Power supply (1.35V)
Pin K3	VSS — Ground
Pin K4	VDD — Power supply (1.35V)
Pin K5	VSS — Ground
Pin K6	VDD — Power supply (1.35V)
Pin K7	VSS — Ground
Pin K8	VDD — Power supply (1.35V)
Pin K9	VSS — Ground
Pin K10	VDD — Power supply (1.35V)
Pin K11	VSS — Ground
Pin K12	VDD — Power supply (1.35V)
Pin L1	VDD — Power supply (1.35V)
Pin L2	VSS — Ground
Pin L3	VDD — Power supply (1.35V)
Pin L4	VSS — Ground
Pin L5	VDD — Power supply (1.35V)
Pin L6	VSS — Ground
Pin L7	VDD — Power supply (1.35V)
Pin L8	VSS — Ground
Pin L9	VDD — Power supply (1.35V)
Pin L10	VSS — Ground
Pin L11	VDD — Power supply (1.35V)
Pin L12	VSS — Ground
Pin M1	VSS — Ground
Pin M2	VDD — Power supply (1.35V)
Pin M3	VSS — Ground
Pin M4	VDD — Power supply (1.35V)
Pin M5	VSS — Ground
Pin M6	VDD — Power supply (1.35V)
Pin M7	VSS — Ground
Pin M8	VDD — Power supply (1.35V)
Pin M9	VSS — Ground
Pin M10	VDD — Power supply (1.35V)
Pin M11	VSS — Ground
Pin M12	VDD — Power supply (1.35V)
Pin N1	VDD — Power supply (1.35V)
Pin N2	VSS — Ground
Pin N3	VDD — Power supply (1.35V)
Pin N4	VSS — Ground
Pin N5	VDD — Power supply (1.35V)
Pin N6	VSS — Ground
Pin N7	VDD — Power supply (1.35V)
Pin N8	VSS — Ground
Pin N9	VDD — Power supply (1.35V)
Pin N10	VSS — Ground
Pin N11	VDD — Power supply (1.35V)
Pin N12	VSS — Ground

Safe Operating Area (SOA) & Thermal Characteristics

No official SOA curve available for this digital IC. Always operate within absolute maximum ratings specified in the datasheet. Ensure adequate cooling and derate as needed.

Typical Applications

NT5CB256M16CP-DI is suitable for 6 applications: Embedded Systems, Networking Equipment, Industrial Automation, Automotive Infotainment, Solid-State Drives (SSD), Test and Measurement.

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Embedded Systems

The NT5CB256M16CP-DI provides 4Gb of DDR3L memory in a compact TFBGA-96 package, ideal for embedded processors and SoCs. Its 1.35V operation reduces power consumption, extending battery life in portable devices. The wide temperature range (-40°C to +95°C) ensures reliable operation in industrial environments. With data rates up to 1600 Mbps, it supports high-bandwidth applications like real-time data processing and multitasking. The 256Mx16 organization offers a good balance between density and bus width, simplifying PCB layout and routing.

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Networking Equipment

In networking switches and routers, the NT5CB256M16CP-DI provides high-speed packet buffering and routing table storage. Its DDR3-1600 data rate ensures low latency for data forwarding, while the 4Gb density accommodates large forwarding tables. The 1.35V supply reduces power dissipation in dense line cards, and the industrial temperature range supports outdoor and harsh environment deployments. The 96-ball TFBGA package allows high-density board assembly, critical for space-constrained networking modules.

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Industrial Automation

The NT5CB256M16CP-DI is designed for industrial automation controllers, PLCs, and robotics. Its extended temperature range (-40°C to +95°C) ensures reliable operation in factory floors and outdoor installations. The 1.35V low-voltage operation reduces heat generation, improving system reliability. With 4Gb density, it can store large program code and data logs. The device's on-die termination and differential clock inputs enhance signal integrity in noisy industrial environments, reducing bit errors.

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Automotive Infotainment

The NT5CB256M16CP-DI is AEC-Q100 qualified for automotive applications, making it suitable for infotainment systems, instrument clusters, and ADAS. It operates over the automotive temperature range (-40°C to +105°C) and meets stringent reliability requirements. The 1.35V supply reduces power consumption in vehicles, and the 4Gb density supports navigation maps, multimedia, and real-time sensor data. The TFBGA-96 package is robust against vibration and thermal cycling, ensuring long-term durability.

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Solid-State Drives (SSD)

In SSDs, the NT5CB256M16CP-DI is used as a DRAM cache or buffer for FTL (Flash Translation Layer) tables. Its high data rate (1600 Mbps) enables fast read/write operations, while the 4Gb density provides ample cache capacity. The low 1.35V operation reduces power consumption, extending battery life in portable SSDs. The industrial temperature range supports enterprise and industrial SSDs that operate in demanding environments. The 256Mx16 organization offers high bandwidth for parallel data access.

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Test and Measurement

The NT5CB256M16CP-DI is used in oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and data acquisition systems for high-speed data buffering. Its DDR3-1600 data rate supports high-sample-rate capture, and the 4Gb density allows long recording times. The 1.35V supply reduces heat in benchtop instruments, and the industrial temperature range ensures accuracy in varying lab conditions. The TFBGA-96 package enables compact instrument designs, and the device's low power consumption contributes to energy-efficient operation.

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What is the memory density of NT5CB256M16CP-DI?

The NT5CB256M16CP-DI is a 4Gb DDR3L SDRAM organized as 256M x 16. According to the Nanya datasheet, it has 8 internal banks and operates at 1.35V. This density is suitable for applications requiring 512MB of memory (4Gb / 8 bits per byte).

What is the operating voltage of NT5CB256M16CP-DI?

The NT5CB256M16CP-DI operates at 1.35V (DDR3L) supply voltage. This is lower than standard DDR3's 1.5V, reducing power consumption by about 20%. The device also supports 1.5V operation for compatibility with DDR3 systems, as per the datasheet.

What is the maximum data rate of NT5CB256M16CP-DI?

The NT5CB256M16CP-DI supports data rates up to DDR3-1600, which corresponds to 1600 Mbps per pin. This is achieved with a 800 MHz clock and double data rate architecture. The device supports CAS latencies from 5 to 11, allowing flexible timing configurations.

What is the package type of NT5CB256M16CP-DI?

The NT5CB256M16CP-DI comes in a 96-ball TFBGA (Thin Fine-Pitch Ball Grid Array) package. This package is commonly used for DDR3L SDRAM and provides good thermal and electrical performance. The ball pitch is 0.8mm, and the package size is approximately 13mm x 11.5mm.

Is NT5CB256M16CP-DI suitable for automotive applications?

Yes, the NT5CB256M16CP-DI is rated for automotive temperature range (-40°C to +105°C) and is AEC-Q100 qualified. According to the datasheet, it is designed for commercial, industrial, and automotive applications, making it suitable for automotive infotainment, ADAS, and other in-vehicle systems.

What is the difference between NT5CB256M16CP-DI and NT5CB256M16CP-DII?

The NT5CB256M16CP-DI and NT5CB256M16CP-DII are both 4Gb DDR3L SDRAMs from Nanya, but the -DII variant is a newer revision with improved timing and possibly different speed grades. The -DI is the original version, while -DII may offer better performance or lower power. Check the datasheet for specific differences.

Can NT5CB256M16CP-DI be used as a drop-in replacement for other DDR3L chips?

Yes, the NT5CB256M16CP-DI is pin-compatible with standard 96-ball TFBGA DDR3L SDRAMs. It can replace similar 4Gb DDR3L chips from other manufacturers if the timing parameters and voltage are compatible. Always verify the specific timing and ODT settings in your design.

What is the price of NT5CB256M16CP-DI?

As of 2026-08-18, the price for NT5CB256M16CP-DI ranges from $8.50 for single units to $6.50 for quantities of 1000 or more, based on distributor listings. Prices may vary by supplier and availability. Check current stock at authorized distributors for the latest pricing.

Where can I buy NT5CB256M16CP-DI?

NT5CB256M16CP-DI is available from various distributors including DigiKey, Mouser, Octopart, and Win Source. You can also purchase directly from Nanya's authorized distributors. As of 2026-08-18, it is in stock at several online retailers. Check availability and lead times before ordering.

What is the lead time for NT5CB256M16CP-DI?

The lead time for NT5CB256M16CP-DI is typically 8-12 weeks for large orders, but it may be shorter for small quantities from distributors. As of 2026-08-18, some distributors have stock available for immediate shipment. For production quantities, contact Nanya or an authorized distributor for current lead times.

Is NT5CB256M16CP-DI RoHS compliant?

Yes, the NT5CB256M16CP-DI is RoHS compliant and lead-free. According to the datasheet and distributor information, it meets EU RoHS requirements. It is also REACH compliant and conflict-free, as noted by Abacus Technologies.

What are the key specifications of NT5CB256M16CP-DI that engineers should know?

The NT5CB256M16CP-DI is a 4Gb DDR3L SDRAM with 256Mx16 organization, 1.35V supply, 96-ball TFBGA package, and supports DDR3-1600 data rates. It has 8 banks, programmable CAS latency (5-11), write latency (5-9), and additive latency (0-13). Operating temperature ranges from -40°C to +95°C (industrial) and -40°C to +105°C (automotive). It features differential clock inputs and on-die termination.

What is the best drop-in replacement for NT5CB256M16CP-DI?

The best drop-in replacement for NT5CB256M16CP-DI is the Nanya NT5CB256M16DP-DI, which is functionally equivalent and pin-compatible. Other options include the NT5CB256M16CP-DII (newer revision) and cross-brand equivalents like Micron MT41K256M16HA-125 and Samsung K4B4G1646E-BYMA, all in 96-ball TFBGA with similar timing.

Can NT5CB256M16CP-DI be used in industrial temperature applications?

Yes, the NT5CB256M16CP-DI is rated for industrial temperature range from -40°C to +95°C. This makes it suitable for industrial automation, networking equipment, and other applications that require reliable operation in harsh environments. The automotive variant extends to +105°C.

What is the difference between NT5CB256M16CP-DI and NT5CB128M8CP-DI?

The NT5CB256M16CP-DI is a 4Gb DDR3L SDRAM organized as 256Mx16, while the NT5CB128M8CP-DI is a 1Gb DDR3L SDRAM organized as 128Mx8. The -DI has double the density and a wider data bus, making it suitable for applications requiring more memory and higher bandwidth. They are not pin-compatible due to different organizations.

Engineering reference data for NT5CB256M16CP-DI — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.

Selection Guide

Choose the NT5CB256M16CP-DI when you need a 4Gb DDR3L SDRAM with automotive-grade reliability and wide temperature range. It is ideal for automotive infotainment, ADAS, and industrial applications where AEC-Q100 qualification is required. If you do not need automotive qualification, the NT5CB256M16DP-DI offers a cost-effective alternative with the same package and pinout. For designs requiring the latest revision, the NT5CB256M16CP-DII provides improved timing. Cross-brand options like Micron MT41K256M16HA-125 and Samsung K4B4G1646E-BYMA are pin-compatible but may have different temperature grades and availability. Evaluate your specific temperature and reliability requirements before selecting an alternative.

Comparison with Alternatives

Parameter	This Product	NT5CB256M16DP-DI	NT5CB256M16CP-DII	MT41K256M16HA-125	K4B4G1646E-BYMA	IS43TR16512B-125K
Package	TFBGA-96	TFBGA-96	TFBGA-96	TFBGA-96	TFBGA-96	TFBGA-96
Brand	Nanya Technology Corporation	Nanya Technology Corporation	Nanya Technology Corporation	Micron Technology	Samsung Electronics	ISSI
Density	4 Gb	4 Gb	4 Gb	4 Gb	4 Gb	4 Gb
Organization	256M x 16	256M x 16	256M x 16	256M x 16	256M x 16	256M x 16
Supply Voltage	1.35V	1.35V	1.35V	1.35V	1.35V	1.35V
Data Rate	1600 Mbps	1600 Mbps	1600 Mbps	1600 Mbps	1600 Mbps	1600 Mbps
Operating Temperature	-40°C to +95°C (industrial), -40°C to +105°C (automotive)	-40°C to +95°C (industrial), -40°C to +105°C (automotive)	-40°C to +95°C (industrial), -40°C to +105°C (automotive)	0°C to +95°C (commercial), -40°C to +95°C (industrial)	0°C to +95°C (commercial), -40°C to +95°C (industrial)	0°C to +95°C (commercial), -40°C to +95°C (industrial)
CAS Latency	5-11	5-11	5-11	5-11	5-11	5-11

Key Differentiators

Automotive temperature range up to +105°C (vs MT41K256M16HA-125)
AEC-Q100 qualified (vs K4B4G1646E-BYMA)
Wide operating temperature range (vs IS43TR16512B-125K)

Design Notes

For DDR3L routing, maintain 50-ohm single-ended and 100-ohm differential impedance for DQ, DQS, and clock signals. Keep trace lengths matched within +/-20 mils for data groups and +/-50 mils for address/command. Use a solid ground plane beneath the memory device and place decoupling capacitors (0.1uF and 1uF) close to each VDD and VDDQ pin. Follow the layout guidelines in the Nanya datasheet for optimal signal integrity.

The NT5CB256M16CP-DI requires a stable 1.35V supply (VDD and VDDQ) and a reference voltage (VREF) at 0.675V (half of VDD). Use a low-noise LDO or a dedicated DDR3L power solution to provide these rails. Ensure the power supply can handle peak current spikes during read/write operations. Place bulk capacitors (10uF) near the memory power pins and add ferrite beads to isolate VDDQ from VDD if needed.

The TFBGA-96 package has a thermal resistance (theta_JA) of approximately 30°C/W. For industrial applications up to 95°C ambient, ensure adequate airflow or a heatsink if the memory is heavily accessed. The maximum junction temperature is 115°C for industrial grade. Calculate power dissipation based on operating frequency and load; typical DDR3L power is around 1-2W for 4Gb at 1600 Mbps. Provide thermal vias under the package to improve heat dissipation.