Nordic Semiconductor Launches Energy-Efficient nRF54L15 SoC for IoT
Oslo, Friday, 19 September 2025.
The nRF54L15 SoC by Nordic Semiconductor supports protocols like Bluetooth LE and Zigbee, enabling IoT devices to operate with significantly reduced power consumption, crucial for Europe’s energy-focused markets.
Advanced Specifications and Features
The nRF54L15 SoC is designed with a focus on ultra-low-power consumption, featuring a 128 MHz Arm Cortex-M33 processor and supporting a wide range of protocols including Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE), Zigbee, Thread, and Matter [1][2]. This SoC incorporates 2 MB of non-volatile memory and 512 KB of RAM, providing ample space for complex IoT applications [1]. Furthermore, the device offers advanced security features such as secure boot, secure firmware update, secure storage, TrustZone, and a cryptographic accelerator, positioning it as a robust choice for secure IoT deployments [2].
Energy Efficiency and Performance
Nordic Semiconductor’s nRF54L15 utilizes a new ultra-low-power 2.4 GHz radio, which significantly reduces power consumption for Bluetooth LE use cases by providing up to 8 dBm transmit power and -96 dBm receive sensitivity [1]. This SoC doubles the processing power and triples the efficiency compared to its predecessor, the nRF52840 [1]. The integration of low-leakage RAM and a multiprotocol radio design further enhances its energy efficiency, making it a critical component for energy-conscious European markets [1][2].
Comparative Analysis with Similar Products
When compared to similar products in the market, the nRF54L15 stands out due to its advanced processing capabilities and protocol support. Unlike its predecessor, the nRF52840, the nRF54L15 offers enhanced protocol support with the inclusion of Bluetooth Mesh and new Bluetooth LE features such as Channel Sounding and PAwR [2]. Furthermore, its power consumption efficiency is superior to its competitors, offering prolonged battery life for IoT devices [2][3].
Market Availability and Development Tools
Launched on 16 September 2025, the nRF54L15 is available in multiple package options, including CSP and QFN variants, providing designers with flexibility in their applications [1][2]. To support developers, Nordic Semiconductor offers the nRF54L15 Development Kit, which includes the nRF Connect SDK and a comprehensive set of tools and libraries for rapid IoT development [3][4]. The development kit is crucial for European markets, where rapid prototyping and deployment are essential to meet regulatory and consumer demands [3].