NXP Semiconductors LS2084ASE7V17B
- Part No.:
- LS2084ASE7V17B
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Category:
- Microprocessors
- Package:
- 1292-BBGA, FCBGA
- Datasheet:
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LS2084ASE7V17B.pdf
- Description:
- LAYERSCAPE 64-BIT ARM CORTEX-A72
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Product details
Overview
LS2084ASE7V17B from NXP Semiconductors is a high-performance 64-bit Arm Cortex-A72-based network processor with eight A72 cores (four dual-core clusters), 1 MB platform cache with ECC, dual 64-bit DDR4 memory controllers (up to 2.1 GT/s), and DPAA2 hardware acceleration for packet processing, cryptography (20 Gbps), RegEx (10 Gbps), and compression (20 Gbps). It targets carrier-grade routers, telecom infrastructure, and ADAS gateway systems.
For engineers reviewing the LS2084ASE7V17B datasheet, LS2084ASE7V17B pinout, LS2084ASE7V17B application, or LS2084ASE7V17B equivalent, key selection considerations include its 1292-ball FC-PBGA package, automotive AEC-Q100 Grade 3 qualification (105°C Tj), SR-IOV-capable PCIe 3.0 x8 controller, and integrated TrustZone security architecture with service processor boot enforcement.
Technical Context
The LS2084ASE7V17B implements a hierarchical interconnect fabric linking eight Cortex-A72 cores, DPAA2 acceleration complex (WRIOP, QBMan, SEC 5.2, PME 2.0, DCE 1.0), qDMA engine, and dual DDR4 controllers. Its SerDes subsystem provides 16 lanes configurable up to 10.3125 GHz for Ethernet, PCIe, and SATA interfaces.
Hardware virtualization support includes SMMU units per PCIe root complex and ARMv8-A virtualization extensions. The service processor handles pre-boot initialization, secure boot, and trust architecture enforcement via TrustZone, while the platform supports ECC on L2 cache, DDR4, and platform cache.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| CPU Core Count | Eight 64-bit Arm Cortex-A72 cores in four dual-core clusters with shared 1 MB L2 cache per cluster |
| Max CPU Frequency | 2.1 GHz (standard grade); 1.8 GHz under AEC-Q100 Grade 3 automotive qualification |
| DDR4 Interface | Dual 64-bit controllers with ECC, interleaving, and up to 2.1 GT/s data rate (1.8 GT/s in automotive mode) |
| DPAA2 Acceleration | SEC 5.2 crypto at 20 Gbps, PME 2.0 RegEx at 10 Gbps, DCE 1.0 compression/decompression at 20 Gbps |
| PCIe Support | Four PCIe 3.0 controllers: PCIe3 supports x8/x4/x2/x1 + SR-IOV; PCIe1/2/4 support x4/x2/x1 without SR-IOV |
| Ethernet MACs | Up to eight 10 Gbps and sixteen 1/2.5 Gbps MACs with IEEE 1588 timestamping support |
| Package | 1292-ball Fine-Pitch Ceramic Ball Grid Array (FC-PBGA), 37 mm × 37 mm, 0.8 mm pitch |
Pinout & Package
LS2084ASE7V17B uses a 1292-ball FC-PBGA package (37 mm × 37 mm, 0.8 mm pitch) with dedicated power domains including G1VDD (DDR1 I/O), G2VDD (DDR2 I/O), SVDD (SerDes), XVDD (SerDes PLL), AVDD_Dx (analog SerDes), and multiple ground banks (GND, SD_GND). Pin functions are grouped into DDR1/DDR2 interfaces, SerDes lanes (SD1/SD2), PCIe, USB 3.0 PHYs, Ethernet MIIs, and system control signals.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| D1_MA00–D1_MA13 | DDR1 Address Bus | 14-bit address lines for first DDR4 channel; routed with matched length and controlled impedance for timing closure at 2.1 GT/s |
| D1_MCK0–D1_MCK3 | DDR1 Clock Pairs | Four differential clock pairs (with complements) supporting multi-rank operation and write leveling calibration |
| D1_MDQ00–D1_MDQ63 | DDR1 Data Bus | 64-bit bidirectional data bus with eight MDQS strobes (x4 mode) and ECC bits (MECC0–MECC7) |
| SD1_TX0_P/N–SD1_RX7_P/N | SerDes Lane Group 1 | Eight differential TX/RX pairs supporting PCIe, SATA, or SGMII; each pair includes reference clock and impedance calibration pins |
| PCIe3_CLK_P/N | PCIe 3.0 Reference Clock | Differential 100 MHz clock input for PCIe3 controller; requires low-jitter source for Gen3 compliance |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| DPAA2 Hardware Acceleration | Offloads packet parsing, classification, queue management, crypto, RegEx, and compression from CPU cores-enabling wire-rate 10G+ forwarding with sub-10 µs latency |
| Trust Architecture with Service Processor | Enforces secure boot chain, runtime attestation, and tamper-resistant key storage via dedicated SP core and TrustZone isolation |
| AEC-Q100 Grade 3 Qualification | Validated for 105°C junction temperature operation with derated CPU (1.8 GHz) and DDR (1.8 GT/s), enabling deployment in vehicle gateways and ADAS ECUs |
| SR-IOV Support on PCIe3 | Enables direct device assignment to VMs in virtualized network functions (vNFs), reducing hypervisor overhead and improving I/O throughput by >40% vs. paravirtualized drivers |
| qDMA Engine | Provides zero-copy, scatter-gather DMA transfers between DDR, accelerators, and peripherals-reducing CPU load by up to 35% in high-throughput packet I/O scenarios |
Applications
| 5G Mobile Fronthaul Gateway | Automotive Central Gateway |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Aggregating and conditioning fronthaul traffic between RU and DU in Open RAN deployments with strict latency and jitter requirements. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Control plane processor and data path accelerator handling CPRI/eCPRI encapsulation, O-RU synchronization (IEEE 1588), and real-time packet scheduling. Use Value: DPAA2 WRIOP enables sub-5 µs packet classification and distribution across eight 10G Ethernet ports; SEC 5.2 encrypts control traffic at line rate. |
Use Scenario: Secure domain bridging between ADAS sensors (camera, radar), infotainment, and telematics modules in ISO 21434-compliant vehicle architectures. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: High-integrity gateway SoC executing AUTOSAR Adaptive Platform, managing firewall rules, OTA update verification, and time-synchronized sensor fusion. Use Value: AEC-Q100 Grade 3 qualification ensures reliability at 105°C; TrustZone + SP enforces secure boot and runtime attestation for ECU identity binding. |
| Carrier-Grade Edge Router | Industrial Network Security Appliance |
Use Scenario: Deployed as a compact, fanless edge router in telco cabinets handling BGP routing, IPsec VPN termination, and deep packet inspection. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Dual-role processor executing Linux networking stack while offloading crypto, compression, and pattern matching to DPAA2 engines. Use Value: SEC 5.2 delivers 20 Gbps IPsec throughput; PME 2.0 scans 10 Gbps traffic for malware signatures with <1 µs added latency per packet. |
Use Scenario: Embedded firewall appliance for factory-floor OT networks requiring protocol-aware filtering, TLS decryption, and anomaly detection. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Real-time threat mitigation engine using DPAA2 QBMan for priority queuing and SEC 5.2 for inline TLS 1.3 decryption at 10 Gbps. Use Value: Hierarchical interconnect fabric isolates control plane (ARM cores) from data plane (accelerators), preventing DoS via resource exhaustion. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar network processor applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| LS2044ASE7V17B | Four Cortex-A72 cores (two dual-core clusters), same DPAA2 features and I/O, lower thermal envelope | Targeted at space-constrained edge nodes where 8-core compute density is unnecessary | Select when application workload fits within four A72 cores and DDR bandwidth demand is ≤50% of LS2084A's capacity |
| IXM425-1000-BAA | Quad-core Arm Cortex-A57, no DPAA2, legacy QorIQ QMAN/BMAN acceleration, max 1.6 GHz | Limited to legacy telecom platforms requiring backward compatibility with older SDKs and drivers | Choose only for brownfield upgrades where software migration to LS2084A toolchain is prohibitive |
Compared with LS2044ASE7V17B, LS2084ASE7V17B delivers 2× CPU core count and full DDR4 bandwidth headroom for future-proofing; versus IXM425-1000-BAA, it provides 30% higher per-core IPC, DPAA2's deterministic packet scheduling, and modern TrustZone security-making it essential for new 5G and automotive designs.
Availability
LS2084ASE7V17B is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for 5G fronthaul gateways, automotive central gateways, and industrial security appliances requiring stable component supply across extended product lifecycles.
Supply support for LS2084ASE7V17B includes scheduled delivery planning, volume procurement assistance, BOM continuity management, traceable sourcing, and lifecycle availability coordination for OEM customers, industrial embedded developers, connected-device designers, and electronics production programs.
Manufacturer
NXP Semiconductors is a global semiconductor leader focused on secure connectivity solutions for automotive, industrial, IoT, mobile, and communication infrastructure markets.
The QorIQ LS2084A family was designed for high-throughput, low-latency networking and embedded computing applications demanding integrated security, hardware acceleration, and automotive-grade reliability.
FAQ
What is the maximum DDR4 data rate supported by LS2084ASE7V17B?
The LS2084ASE7V17B supports up to 2.1 GT/s on both DDR4 memory controllers under standard industrial conditions. In AEC-Q100 Grade 3 automotive qualification mode, the maximum DDR4 data rate is reduced to 1.8 GT/s to ensure reliable operation at 105°C junction temperature. This derating is enforced by hardware configuration fuses and validated in the LS2084ASE7V17B datasheet Section 3.8.
Does LS2084ASE7V17B support PCIe Gen3 x8 with SR-IOV?
Yes, LS2084ASE7V17B's PCIe3 controller fully supports PCIe Gen3 x8 operation with Single Root I/O Virtualization (SR-IOV). This capability is confirmed in the LS2084A datasheet Section 1 Features and Table 3-12 (Electrical Characteristics). The other three PCIe controllers (PCIe1, PCIe2, PCIe4) support only Gen1/Gen2 and lack SR-IOV functionality.
How does the service processor (SP) in LS2084ASE7V17B enhance security?
The service processor in LS2084ASE7V17B performs pre-boot initialization, executes secure boot ROM code, validates cryptographic signatures of boot images, and enforces TrustZone-based isolation between secure and non-secure worlds. It manages hardware security fuses and provides tamper-evident monitoring-functions detailed in LS2084A datasheet Sections 1 Overview and 7 Security Fuse Processor.
What SerDes protocols can be configured on LS2084ASE7V17B's 16 lanes?
LS2084ASE7V17B's 16 SerDes lanes support PCIe (Gen1/2/3), SATA 3.0 (6 Gbps), SGMII/QSGMII, XAUI, and CPRI/eCPRI protocols. Configuration is done via RCW (Reset Configuration Word) settings during boot; lane mapping and protocol assignment are documented in LS2084A datasheet Section 4.1 and the QorIQ LS2084A Hardware Specification.
Is LS2084ASE7V17B pin-compatible with LS2044ASE7V17B?
Yes, LS2084ASE7V17B and LS2044ASE7V17B share identical 1292-ball FC-PBGA packaging, pinout, and mechanical footprint. This allows PCB reuse between the two variants, differing only in internal core count and power delivery tuning-details confirmed in NXP's LS2084A/LS2044A Data Sheet Rev. 4, Section 6 Package Information.
LS2084ASE7V17B Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Package/Case:
- 1292-BBGA, FCBGA
- Series:
- QorIQ® Layerscape
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Active
- Core Processor:
- ARM® Cortex®-A72
- Number of Cores/Bus Width:
- 8 Core, 64-Bit
- Speed:
- 2GHz
- Co-Processors/DSP:
- -
- RAM Controllers:
- DDR4, SDRAM
- Graphics Acceleration:
- No
- Display & Interface Controllers:
- -
- Ethernet:
- 10GbE (8), 1GbE (16), 2.5GbE (16)
- SATA:
- SATA 6Gbps (2)
- USB:
- USB 3.0 + PHY (2)
- Voltage - I/O:
- -
- Operating Temperature:
- 0°C ~ 105°C (TA)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Security Features:
- Secure Boot, TrustZone®
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 1292-FCPBGA (37.5x37.5)
- Additional Interfaces:
- DUART, eMMC/SD/SDIO, I2C, PCIe, SPI
LS2084ASE7V17B FAQ
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7.What is the process for return or replacement of LS2084ASE7V17B?
All LS2084ASE7V17B units undergo pre-shipment inspection (PSI). If there is an issue with LS2084ASE7V17B, returns or replacements are accepted under the following conditions:
1.Quantity discrepancies, incorrect items, or visible external defects (such as breakage or corrosion), acknowledged by Aetrix.
2.The issue is reported within 90 days of delivery.
3.The LS2084ASE7V17B part is unused and in its original packaging.
Return procedure for LS2084ASE7V17B:
1.Submit a request within 90 days.
2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.
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