Comprehensive Wireless Capabilities in a Small Form Factor
The entry-level nRF54LC10A is the smallest ultra-low-power multiprotocol SoC in the nRF54L Series. It integrates a simple MCU and a multiprotocol radio into a 1.9 × 2.3 mm chip-scale package (CSP). The SoC features 1 MB of non-volatile memory (NVM), 192 KB of RAM, and peripherals suitable for simple connected products. It also includes advanced security features, Arm® TrustZone® isolation, and protection against physical attacks. Furthermore, it supports Firmware Over-the-Air (FOTA) and remote monitoring via Nordic’s nRF Cloud service, enabling developers to meet regulatory requirements and maintain continuous security and management of products after deployment.
Øyvind Strøm, EVP of Short-Range at Nordic Semiconductor, stated, “Entry-level products have often faced challenges with various feature trade-offs. The nRF54LC10A brings the nRF54L Series’ protocols, advanced security, and software ecosystem to small, cost-sensitive devices. This allows developers to create simple products without sacrificing functionality.”
All devices in the nRF54L Series utilize the same certified wireless stacks, embedded software, and development tools, allowing developers to easily scale and upgrade designs as requirements evolve.
Designed for Small IoT Devices and Mass Deployment
The nRF54LC10A primarily targets two application areas. The first is Bluetooth LE devices, which are expected to constitute the majority of nRF54LC10A deployments. Its compact size, competitive cost, and support for Bluetooth Channel Sounding make it particularly suitable for asset trackers. It can also accommodate a wide range of Bluetooth LE products requiring low power consumption and miniaturization.
The second area is smart home applications. This includes Thread and Zigbee-enabled accessories, as well as relatively simple Matter-enabled sensors that can be implemented with the nRF54LC10A’s memory capacity. The nRF54LC10A can also be used as a Thread Radio Co-Processor (RCP) in home hub and Thread Border Router designs. When combined with a host application processor or MCU, it provides reliable Thread connectivity.
Low-Power Design for Extended Storage
Equipped with a 128 MHz Arm Cortex®-M33 core and a RISC-V coprocessor, the nRF54LC10A incorporates 1 MB of NVM, 192 KB of RAM, and essential peripherals consisting of three SPI/TWI/UART interfaces and an ADC. Preliminary performance figures are 239 CoreMark®/mA and 503 CoreMark. Like other products in the nRF54L Series, it achieves ultra-low-power operation through a 22 nm process node, Nordic’s proprietary low-leakage RAM, and a multiprotocol radio design. The radio consumes 4.0 mA in receive mode and 5.8 mA in transmit mode at 0 dBm, with a maximum transmit power of +4 dBm. Receive sensitivity is -97 dBm for Bluetooth LE 1M and -101 dBm for 802.15.4. Sleep mode current consumption ranges from 0.5 µA to 1.6 µA. Three package types are available, including two 1.9 × 2.3 mm chip-scale packages (CSP) and a QFN, offering the smallest footprint in the series.
Availability
The nRF54LC10A is currently available for sampling, with mass production scheduled for Q2 2027. Development kits are expected to be generally available by Q1 2027. For samples and early access development kits, please contact Nordic’s domestic sales representatives or authorized distributors.
About Nordic Semiconductor
Nordic Semiconductor is a global leader in low-power wireless connectivity solutions, offering a comprehensive platform encompassing hardware, software, development tools, and cloud-based lifecycle services. This platform simplifies and accelerates the development of connected products while ensuring reliable performance throughout their entire lifecycle. Established in 1983 and headquartered in Norway, Nordic employs approximately 1,450 people worldwide. A pioneer in Bluetooth® Low Energy (Bluetooth LE), the company has expanded its wireless solutions to include Cellular IoT, Wi-Fi, Matter, Thread, Zigbee, DECT NR+, NTN/Satellite communication, and more. In 2025, the acquisition of Memfault enhanced its chip-to-cloud value proposition, adding advanced device monitoring and cloud-based observability to its extensive wireless product portfolio. Nordic’s technologies and solutions enable secure, scalable, and energy-efficient connected products in consumer, healthcare, and industrial sectors, supporting the advancement of a smarter, more connected world. For more information, please visit https://www.nordicsemi.jp.
For additional details, please refer to the official press release on Nordic Semiconductor’s website.
