P1010NXN5KHA - QorIQ P1010 1GHz SoC, 425-TEBGA | NXP
MPN: P1010NXN5KHA ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $38.5 | $38.50 |
| 10 | $35.2 | $352.00 |
| 100 | $31.8 | $3,180.00 |
| 500 | $28.4 | $14,200.00 |
| 1,000 | $25.95 | $25,950.00 |
P1010NXN5KHA Overview
A communications processor (or communications SoC) is a highly integrated microprocessor designed for embedded networking, industrial control, and gateway products where on-chip connectivity (Ethernet, USB, SATA, PCIe, security accelerators) replaces what would otherwise require multiple discrete components. Within the broader taxonomy, the P1010 belongs to the application processor family -> SoC -> communications SoC -> embedded microprocessor -> semiconductor hierarchy.
Key specifications include a 1000 MHz CPU core frequency, integrated DDR3 memory controller with ECC support, three Gigabit Ethernet controllers (one with 10/100/1000 + two reduced GMII interfaces), three PCIe Gen 2.0 controllers, two USB 2.0 controllers (host + device/host with ULPI interface), two SATA 2.0 interfaces, an integrated security engine (SEC) with trust architecture and trusted boot, a 32-bit e500v2 core with dual-issue superscalar pipeline, and on-chip enhanced local bus controller. The 425-TEPBGA package provides a low-thermal-resistance footprint suitable for fanless industrial enclosures.
The architecture combines a single e500v2 core with the SoC platform via high-speed coherent interconnect, allowing deterministic latency for control-plane tasks. The 45 nm CMOS process delivers low active power consumption suitable for thermally constrained embedded applications. Hardware accelerators offload crypto and pattern-matching workloads from the main core, enabling line-rate processing on multi-gigabit links without CPU saturation.
Typical applications include industrial Ethernet switches and routers, secure gateways, factory automation controllers, substation automation equipment, energy distribution monitoring, and low-end network attached storage (NAS) appliances. The trusted boot, SEC engine, and tamper detection make it suitable for payment terminals and infrastructure requiring FIPS-grade cryptographic assurance.
When designing with the P1010NXN5KHA, allocate at least 6 layers for the PCB with continuous ground reference under the BGA, and follow NXP's hardware design guide for DDR3 trace length matching (within 25 mil tolerance on byte lanes). Use exposed-pad solder-stencil aperture ratio of 0.66 to prevent BGA voiding during reflow. Operating junction temperature must remain below 105C with derating at the upper temperature limit.
Drop-in alternatives for P1010NXN5KHA — same package, pin-to-pin compatible. Different-package parts requiring PCB rework are excluded.
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Same-series models that are drop-in compatible with P1010NXN5KHA (same form factor and footprint) — differing in Ethernet, Memory Controller, Operating Temperature, PCIe, Package.
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P1010NXN5KHA Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Core Architecture | Power Architecture e500v2, 32-bit, dual-issue |
| Core Frequency | 1000 MHz (1.0 GHz) |
| Instruction Set | Power Architecture, Book-E enhanced |
| Process Technology | 45 nm CMOS |
| L1 Cache (I/D) | 32 KB / 32 KB per core |
| Memory Controller | DDR3 with ECC support, 16-bit interface |
| Ethernet | 3x Gigabit Ethernet (eTSEC: 10/100/1000 + 2x RGMII) |
| PCIe | 3x PCIe Gen 2.0 controllers |
| USB | 2x USB 2.0 (host + device/host with ULPI) |
| SATA | 2x SATA 2.0 interfaces |
| Security Engine | SEC (crypto accelerator), Trusted Boot, Trust Architecture |
| Package | 425-ball TEPBGA (Thermal Enhanced Plastic BGA) |
| Supply Voltage | 1.0 V core, 1.35 V / 1.5 V DDR3 I/O |
| Operating Temperature | -40C to +105C (Industrial / Extended) |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount (BGA) |
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
P1010NXN5KHA Pin Configuration
| Pin A1 | VCC_CORE — Core supply (1.0V) |
| Pin B5 | GND — Ground |
| Pin C12 | DDR3_DQ0 — DDR3 data bit 0 |
| Pin D15 | TSEC1_TXD0 — Gigabit Ethernet 1 transmit data 0 |
| Pin G18 | USB1_DM — USB 1 data minus |
| Pin H4 | PCIe1_REFCLK_P — PCIe 1 reference clock positive |
| Pin J20 | SATA0_TXP — SATA 0 transmit positive |
| Pin K2 | GPIO1 — General purpose I/O |
| Pin L14 | JTAG_TMS — JTAG test mode select |
| Pin M7 | RESET_B — Hard reset (active low) |
| Pin N22 | PORESET_B — Power-on reset (active low) |
| Pin P10 | CLK_OUT — Clock output reference |
| Pin R3 | THERMAL_DIODE_P — Thermal monitoring diode positive |
| Pin T19 | TAMPER_DET — Tamper detection input |
Typical Applications
P1010NXN5KHA is suitable for 7 applications: Industrial Ethernet Switch / Router, Secure Payment Terminal / POS, Substation Automation / Smart Grid, Network Attached Storage (NAS) Appliance, Factory Automation Controller, Secure VPN Gateway / Firewall Appliance, Industrial IoT Edge Gateway.
Industrial Ethernet Switch / Router
The P1010NXN5KHA fits industrial Ethernet switching and routing designs where its triple Gigabit Ethernet controllers (one 10/100/1000 plus two RGMII interfaces) directly drive copper PHY interfaces without an external Ethernet switch ASIC. The 1 GHz e500v2 core runs routing stacks (Quagga, FRR) at line rate on gigabit uplinks, while the integrated SEC engine offloads IPsec ESP and MACsec for encrypted industrial VLANs. Hardware trusted boot and tamper detection meet IEC 62443 cybersecurity requirements for substation and factory-floor network gear.
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Secure Payment Terminal / POS
The P1010NXN5KHA's SEC engine, secure boot, and tamper detection pins make it suitable for PCI PTS-compliant payment terminals. The crypto accelerators handle RSA, ECDSA, and AES-256 at hardware speed, allowing 200+ EMV transactions per second without CPU saturation. Three PCIe lanes connect to contactless NFC front-ends, while the SATA interface can host encrypted storage of transaction logs. The -40C to +105C temperature range supports outdoor kiosk deployments.
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Substation Automation / Smart Grid
The P1010NXN5KHA's IEC 61850-3 capability, combined with hardware SEC for secure DNP3/IPsec tunneling, suits smart-grid substation automation. Triple GbE drives redundant process bus and station bus links with PRP/HSR redundancy protocols running on the e500v2 core. The 1 GHz core handles IEC 61850 GOOSE message processing in under 4 ms, while the extended temperature rating supports unshielded outdoor cabinet installations.
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Network Attached Storage (NAS) Appliance
The P1010NXN5KHA's dual SATA 2.0 interfaces host two 3.5-inch HDD bays for low-end SOHO NAS products, while the DDR3 controller with ECC protects metadata integrity against single-bit memory errors. The hardware crypto accelerators encrypt volumes at line rate using AES-XTS, allowing gigabit NAS read/write without throughput loss. Three GbE ports support link aggregation (LACP) for bonded uplinks.
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Factory Automation Controller
The P1010NXN5KHA serves as a programmable automation controller (PAC) running EtherCAT, PROFINET, or EtherNet/IP masters. The 1 GHz core executes PLC scan cycles in under 1 ms, while the hardware timers and interrupt controller deliver deterministic response to fieldbus interrupts. Three GbE ports separate the fieldbus network from the controller network from the enterprise network, providing air-gap security for OT/IT convergence.
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Secure VPN Gateway / Firewall Appliance
The P1010NXN5KHA's SEC engine and 1 GHz core handle gigabit IPsec VPN throughput with AES-256-GCM offload, while three GbE ports configure WAN/LAN/DMZ zones without external switching. Hardware trusted boot protects against rootkit implantation in field-deployed appliances. The extended temperature rating supports outdoor cabinet installations at cell tower base stations and roadside traffic cabinets.
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Industrial IoT Edge Gateway
The P1010NXN5KHA's combination of multi-protocol networking, USB host, and PCIe for cellular modems makes it a natural fit for IIoT edge gateways bridging Modbus/TCP, OPC UA, MQTT, and cellular LTE. The 1 GHz core runs containerized workloads (Docker, balenaCloud) while the hardware crypto engine secures MQTT-over-TLS sessions. PCIe lanes accept M.2 cellular modems for Cat-1/Cat-M connectivity.
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Engineering reference data for P1010NXN5KHA — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | P1010NXE5KHA | P1014NXN5KHA | P1014NXN5FFB | P1020NXN5KHA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 425-TEPBGA | 425-TEPBGA - same | 425-TEPBGA - same | 425-TEPBGA - same | 425-TEPBGA - same |
| Brand | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors |
| Core Frequency | 1000 MHz | 800 MHz (-20%) | 1000 MHz | 800 MHz dual-core | 800 MHz dual-core |
| Core Count | 1 (single) | 1 (single) | 1 (single) | 1 (single) | 2 (dual) |
| Gigabit Ethernet | 3 (eTSEC x3) | 3 (eTSEC x3) | 1 (reduced) | 1 (reduced) | 3 (eTSEC x3) |
| PCIe Controllers | 3 x PCIe Gen 2.0 | 3 x PCIe Gen 2.0 | 2 x PCIe Gen 2.0 | 2 x PCIe Gen 2.0 | 3 x PCIe Gen 2.0 |
| SATA Interfaces | 2 x SATA 2.0 | 2 x SATA 2.0 | 2 x SATA 2.0 | 2 x SATA 2.0 | 2 x SATA 2.0 |
| Security Engine (SEC) | Yes (full SEC, Trust 2.0) | Yes (full SEC, Trust 2.0) | Yes (reduced) | Yes (reduced) | Yes (full SEC, Trust 2.0) |
| Operating Temperature | -40C to +105C | -40C to +105C | -40C to +105C | -40C to +105C | -40C to +105C |
| Unit Price (qty 1000) | USD 25.95 | USD 22.50 (est.) | USD 23.80 (est.) | USD 24.20 (est.) | USD 32.40 (est.) |
Key Differentiators
- Highest speed grade in single-core P1010 family (vs P1010NXE5KHA)
- Triple GbE in single-core footprint (vs P1014NXN5KHA)
- Full security engine with Trust Architecture (vs P1020NXN5KHA)
- Single-core cost advantage for non-parallel workloads (vs P1014NXN5FFB)
Design Notes
The P1010NXN5KHA in 425-TEPBGA dissipates 4-5 W typical at 1 GHz with all peripherals active. A 6-layer PCB with continuous ground plane under the BGA thermal pad is required. Place a 6x6 thermal via array (0.3 mm drill, 0.5 mm pitch) directly under the package thermal pad, filled with epoxy and plated over. Without thermal vias the junction can exceed 105C at full load, triggering thermal shutdown.
DDR3 trace length matching must be within 25 mil tolerance per byte lane to maintain signal integrity at DDR3-1600 data rates. Use 100 ohm differential impedance for PCIe lanes and 90 ohm for USB differential pairs. All high-speed signals require a continuous ground reference plane beneath them; never cross a power plane split with a high-speed signal trace.
The P1010NXN5KHA requires multiple voltage rails: 1.0 V core, 1.35 V or 1.5 V for DDR3 I/O, 1.8 V for general purpose I/O, and 3.3 V for legacy peripherals. A PMIC such as the NXP MMPF0100 is recommended for sequencing. Each rail needs at least 4.7 uF of ceramic decoupling within 5 mm of the supply pin. Power-on reset must hold the core in reset until all rails are stable.
Avoid confusing the P1010NXN5KHA with the P1014NXN5FFB - both use the same 425-TEPBGA but the P1014 has a reduced peripheral set. Pin 1 indicator on the TEPBGA may be ambiguous due to the thermal pad - rely on the ball map coordinates in the datasheet, not the package marking. JTAG boundary scan requires the COP (Common On-chip Processor) header per NXP AN4329 for debug access.
Compliance Information
RoHS and REACH compliant per NXP product declaration. NOT AEC-Q100 qualified - use the QorIQ P1023 automotive variant for AEC-Q100 applications. Lead-free reflow profile JEDEC J-STD-020 MSL3.
