P5010NSN1QMB557 - QorIQ P5 2GHz PowerPC e5500 SoC | NXP
MPN: P5010NSN1QMB557 ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $285 | $285.00 |
| 10 | $268.5 | $2,685.00 |
| 100 | $245 | $24,500.00 |
| 500 | $220 | $110,000.00 |
| 1,000 | $198 | $198,000.00 |
P5010NSN1QMB557 Overview
A microprocessor (MPU) is an integrated circuit that contains a central processing unit, cache hierarchy, memory controllers, and a wide peripheral set on a single die. QorIQ P-series parts belong to the Power Architecture ecosystem - a family of 64-bit embedded processors that bridge networking, storage, and industrial control. Within the broader taxonomy they sit under microprocessors -> integrated circuits -> semiconductors, sitting alongside ARM-based application processors and x86 server CPUs but optimized for packet processing and deterministic latency.
Key features of the P5010 include the e5500 64-bit core with hardware virtualization, dual DDR3 memory controllers with ECC, integrated security engines (SEC), multiple RGMII/SGMII/XAUI / PCIe / SATA / USB interfaces, and on-chip SRAM for low-latency lookups. The platform is qualified for 0C to 105C ambient operation, suiting NEBS-style telecom chassis as well as fan-cooled industrial gateways. The 1295-FCPBGA provides the ball pitch and pin-out needed for multilayer PCB designs with matched impedance SERDES routing.
Architecturally, the e5500 pipeline executes up to two instructions per cycle and supports out-of-order completion with branch prediction, while the platform incorporates CorDA acceleration via hardware assists for queue management and cryptography. The SEC 4.0 block accelerates DES/3DES/AES/SHA and public-key algorithms, offloading security processing from the core for line-rate IPSec and SSL.
Typical applications include enterprise routers and switches, network security appliances (firewall, UTM), wireless base station controllers, storage controllers, and industrial control with deterministic networking. The combination of single high-frequency core plus ECC memory and SEC acceleration makes it ideal for low-latency control plane code.
Design consideration: the FCBGA requires 8-layer minimum PCB with matched-length SERDES lanes; thermal design must keep junction below 105C with top-side heatsink plus thermal vias. Ensure firmware (U-Boot, Linux BSP) is available for your derivative before committing to layout.
This page synthesizes distributor pricing, drop-in alternatives, and practical design notes not found in the bare NXP datasheet, giving procurement and engineering a single reference for the P5010NSN1QMB557.
Drop-in alternatives for P5010NSN1QMB557 — 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 P5010NSN1QMB557 (same form factor and footprint) — differing in Architecture, Core Count, Ethernet, Hardware Acceleration, Memory Controller.
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P5010NSN1QMB
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P5040NSN1QMB
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P5010NSN7QMB
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P5020NSN7QMB
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View Datasheet →P5010NSN1QMB557 Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Manufacturer | NXP Semiconductors (formerly Freescale) |
| Series | QorIQ P5 |
| Core Processor | PowerPC e5500 |
| Number of Cores | 1 |
| Core Architecture | 64-bit Power Architecture |
| Core Speed | 2.0 GHz |
| Package / Case | 1295-BBGA, FCBGA |
| Supplier Device Package | 1295-FCPBGA (37.5 x 37.5 mm) |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Operating Temperature | 0C to 105C (TA) |
| Product Status | Active |
| Terminal Form | Ball |
| Number of Terminals | 1295 |
| Package Code | BGA |
P5010NSN1QMB557 bga Pin Configuration Guide
Pin configuration for P5010NSN1QMB557 (bga 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 P5010NSN1QMB557.
Refer to the datasheet for full pin configuration.
Typical Applications
P5010NSN1QMB557 is suitable for 6 applications: Enterprise Router Control Plane, Network Security Appliance (UTM / Firewall), Wireless Base Station Controller, Storage Controller / RAID Adapter, Industrial Deterministic Networking Gateway, Defense / Long-Life Embedded Computing.
Enterprise Router Control Plane
The NXP P5010NSN1QMB557 fits enterprise router control-plane designs where a single high-frequency e5500 core at 2.0 GHz delivers deterministic throughput for routing-protocol processing (OSPF, BGP, IS-IS). Its dual DDR3 controllers with ECC handle large routing tables without soft errors. Compared to multi-core parts, the single-core P5010 simplifies firmware partitioning and timing analysis for line-rate forwarding decisions, while the SEC 4.0 block accelerates IPSec tunnel setup. Placed on the control card with PCIe links to line cards, it acts as the supervisor CPU; the 1295-FCBGA footprint allows up to four SERDES lanes to dedicated switching fabric.
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Network Security Appliance (UTM / Firewall)
In unified threat management and next-generation firewall appliances, the P5010NSN1QMB557 combines a 2 GHz e5500 core with the SEC 4.0 cryptographic engine to deliver line-rate IPSec and SSL inspection. The single-core architecture suits medium-throughput SMB and branch-office deployments where sustained gigabit throughput is required without the cost of multi-core QorIQ parts. With dual DDR3 controllers and ECC, deep-packet-inspection scratch tables stay protected from soft corruption. The platform runs hardened Linux with netfilter or commercial UTM stacks; the 1295-FCBGA package supports -40 to 105C extended temperature operation for industrial deployments.
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Wireless Base Station Controller
The P5010NSN1QMB557 supports small-cell and pico-cell base station controller boards where the e5500 core handles Layer-2/3 backhaul traffic and the SEC block secures the S1 interface. The 2 GHz clock rate accommodates LTE timing requirements with software margin, while dual DDR3 with ECC protects against radiation-induced bit flips in tower-mounted equipment. The platform's SGMII and XAUI SERDES connect directly to baseband modems and backhaul Ethernet. Compared to ARM Cortex-A9 alternatives, the PowerPC e5500 offers stronger single-thread performance for control-plane algorithms and mature telecom BSP availability.
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Storage Controller / RAID Adapter
In RAID adapters and storage controllers, the P5010NSN1QMB557 drives SAS/SATA channels and PCIe links to host systems with the e5500 core at 2.0 GHz handling XOR calculations and metadata updates. The integrated SATA controller and PCIe lanes reduce external bridge count, while the SEC engine accelerates self-encrypting drive management. Dual DDR3 with ECC handles large write-back caches without silent data corruption. The 1295-FCBGA package fits standard PCIe card footprints with the heatsink on top. Compared to ARM-based parts, the PowerPC ecosystem offers mature MD-RAID and ZFS-on-Linux support.
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Industrial Deterministic Networking Gateway
The P5010NSN1QMB557 fits industrial deterministic-networking gateways that bridge PROFINET, EtherCAT, and TSN streams to enterprise Ethernet. The single e5500 core at 2 GHz provides deterministic latency for cyclic real-time frames, while the SEC block secures OPC-UA tunnels. The 0 to 105C operating range suits factory-floor cabinets, and the FCBGA package withstands industrial shock and vibration when properly mounted. Compared to newer Layerscape parts, the P5010 offers lower cost and longer lifecycle availability through Rochester Electronics for industrial customers planning 10+ year deployments.
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Defense / Long-Life Embedded Computing
Defense and avionics programs select the P5010NSN1QMB557 for its 64-bit e5500 core, SEC 4.0 cryptographic engine, and long-term availability through Rochester Electronics. The 1295-FCBGA package provides rugged mounting for conduction-cooled boards. Combined with ECC-protected DDR3, the platform supports mission-critical software under MIL-STD-810 environmental stress. Compared to consumer SoCs, the QorIQ P5 family offers trusted foundry sourcing, controlled configuration, and ITAR-friendly export classification for sensitive deployments. Software ecosystems include VxWorks 7, INTEGRITY, and LynxOS-178 for DO-178 / DO-254 certification programs.
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Engineering reference data for P5010NSN1QMB557 — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | P5010NSN1QMB | P5020NSN1QMB | P5040NSN1QMB | P5010NSN7QMB | P5020NSN7QMB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 1295-FCBGA (37.5x37.5 mm) | 1295-FCBGA (37.5x37.5 mm) - same | 1295-FCBGA (37.5x37.5 mm) - same | 1295-FCBGA (37.5x37.5 mm) - same | 1295-FCBGA (37.5x37.5 mm) - same | 1295-FCBGA (37.5x37.5 mm) - same |
| Brand | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors |
| Core Architecture | PowerPC e5500 64-bit | PowerPC e5500 64-bit | PowerPC e5500 64-bit (x2) | PowerPC e5500 64-bit (x4) | PowerPC e5500 64-bit | PowerPC e5500 64-bit (x2) |
| Number of Cores | 1 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 2 |
| Core Speed | 2.0 GHz | 2.0 GHz | 2.0 GHz | up to 2.4 GHz | 2.0 GHz | 2.0 GHz |
| Operating Temperature | 0C to 105C | 0C to 105C | 0C to 105C | 0C to 105C | -40C to 105C (industrial) | -40C to 105C (industrial) |
| Memory Controller | Dual DDR3 ECC | Dual DDR3 ECC | Dual DDR3 ECC | Dual DDR3 ECC | Dual DDR3 ECC | Dual DDR3 ECC |
| Security Engine | SEC 4.0 | SEC 4.0 | SEC 4.0 | SEC 4.0 | SEC 4.0 | SEC 4.0 |
| Package Pin Count | 1295 balls | 1295 balls | 1295 balls | 1295 balls | 1295 balls | 1295 balls |
Key Differentiators
- Single-core 2 GHz e5500 with mature QorIQ BSP (vs P5020NSN1QMB)
- Lower cost entry into QorIQ P5 platform (vs P5040NSN1QMB)
- Commercial-extended 0 to 105C temperature range (vs P5010NSN7QMB)
Design Notes
Estimated: at 2 GHz with all SERDES active, the P5010NSN1QMB557 typically dissipates 8-12 W depending on workload. With theta_JA around 12-15 C/W on a properly designed 8-layer PCB with thermal vias and top-side heatsink, junction temperature stays within the 0 to 105C operating range. Use NXP's thermal model from the hardware design guide and place a thermal sensor near the die center for closed-loop fan control. Industrial temperature variants (P5010NSN7QMB) extend the range to -40C.
Recommended: the 1295-FCBGA mandates an 8-layer PCB minimum with continuous ground planes under the BGA and matched-impedance SERDES routing. Reference the NXP QorIQ P5 hardware design guide for stackup recommendations. Place decoupling capacitors (0.1 uF + 10 uF) within 5 mm of every power pin, and route DDR3 address/command signals with 50-ohm controlled impedance and length matching within 25 mil across byte lanes.
Critical: do not confuse P5010NSN1QMB557 (NXP) with P5010NSN1QNB (NXP Freescale legacy marking) - the pinout and SERDES lane mapping differ between FCPBGA and FCPBGA-N revisions. Always validate the exact top marking against the NXP product change notification database. The '557' suffix in NXP convention denotes the tape-and-reel packaging code for the 1295-FCBGA tray variant - same die, different packing.
Compliance Information
RoHS, lead-free and halogen-free status not present in verified web data; AEC-Q100 not applicable to networking MPU; NXP publishes conflict-minerals compliance under its Dodd-Frank disclosures
