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NXP Semiconductors LX2160CA72232B
- Part No.:
- LX2160CA72232B
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Category:
- Microprocessors
- Package:
- 1517-BBGA, FCBGA
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LX2160CA72232B.pdf
- Description:
- LAYERSCAPE 64-BIT ARM CORTEX-A72
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Product details
Overview
LX2160CA72232B from NXP is a 16-core Arm Cortex-A72 network processor operating up to 2.2 GHz, featuring dual 72-bit DDR4 controllers with ECC, 24 SerDes lanes at up to 25 Gbps, and DPAA2 datapath acceleration delivering 50 Gbps crypto and 100 Gbps compression throughput. It targets high-throughput networking infrastructure including 100G Ethernet edge routers and secure telecom gateways.
For engineers reviewing the LX2160CA72232B datasheet, LX2160CA72232B pinout, LX2160CA72232B application, or LX2160CA72232B equivalent, key selection criteria include DDR4 ECC memory interface timing, PCIe Gen3 lane count and SR-IOV support, IEEE 1588 timestamping accuracy across 18 MACs, and hardware virtualization enforcement via Arm MMU-500.
Technical Context
The LX2160CA72232B implements a cache-coherent interconnect fabric running at up to 1500 MHz with 8 MB L3 cache and ECC-protected on-chip memory mode. Its DPAA2 architecture integrates WRIOP packet parsing, QDMA engine, SEC cryptography block, and DCE compression/decompression units-all operating independently of CPU cores.
It supports heterogeneous peripheral connectivity: two USB 3.0 PHYs, four SATA 3.0 controllers, eight I²C buses, two CAN-FD modules, and FlexSPI-while maintaining strict isolation between secure (TrustZone) and non-secure execution environments using QorIQ Platform Trust Architecture 3.0.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| CPU Cores | 16× Arm Cortex-A72 @ up to 2.2 GHz; each with 48 KB L1 instruction + 32 KB L1 data cache |
| Memory Interface | Dual 72-bit (64+8 ECC) DDR4 @ 3.2 GT/s; supports ECC error correction and scrubbing |
| DPAA2 Acceleration | SEC crypto: 50 Gbps; DCE compression/decompression: 100 Gbps; 2 MB packet express buffer |
| High-Speed I/O | 24 SerDes lanes configurable for PCIe Gen3, SATA 3.0, SGMII/XFI/USXGMII/CAUI-4; 18x IEEE 1588-capable Ethernet MACs |
| Security & Virtualization | Arm MMU-500 for hardware-enforced partitioning; QorIQ Trust Architecture 3.0 with 256 KB on-chip secure RAM |
| Package | FC-PBGA with 1517 balls; thermal design power (TDP) optimized for industrial conduction-cooled systems |
| Peripheral Integration | 2× USB 3.0 + PHY, 4× UART, 8× I²C, 2× CAN-FD, 3× SPI, FlexSPI, 2× eSDHC, 2× Flextimers, dual watchdogs |
Pinout & Package
Package: 1517-ball Fine-Pitch Ceramic Ball Grid Array (FC-PBGA), RoHS-compliant, with thermal lid for enhanced heat dissipation in telecom and industrial applications.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| D1_MDQ00–D1_MDQ63 | DDR1 Data Bus (64-bit + 8 ECC) | Bi-directional 72-bit DDR4 data interface with per-byte DQS strobes and parity signaling |
| D1_MCK0–D1_MCK3 | DDR1 Clock Outputs | Differential clock pairs driving DDR4 SDRAM; supports 3.2 GT/s operation with programmable phase alignment |
| EC1_RXDV / EC1_TXEN | Ethernet Controller 1 Interface | Media-independent receive data valid and transmit enable signals for RGMII/SGMII physical layer interfacing |
| PCIe_RX[0:7]_N/P | PCIe Gen3 Differential Receiver | Eight-lane PCIe Gen3 x8 controller input; supports SR-IOV virtual function enumeration and hot-plug detection |
| USB1_RX_P/N | USB 3.0 SuperSpeed Differential Pair | Integrated USB 3.0 PHY differential receiver inputs; compliant with USB 3.0 electrical specifications and link training |
| JTAG_TCK/TMS/TDO/TDI | IEEE 1149.1 Boundary Scan | Fully compliant debug interface supporting run control, trace capture, and silicon validation across all 16 cores |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Hardware Virtualization Enforcement | Arm MMU-500 enables strict memory and interrupt isolation between VMs-critical for NFV deployments requiring real-time determinism |
| IEEE 1588 Precision Time Protocol | Hardware timestamping across all 18 Ethernet MACs with sub-50 ns resolution; supports PTP transparent clock and boundary clock modes |
| Secure Boot & Runtime Integrity | QorIQ Trust Architecture 3.0 with immutable boot ROM, secure monitor, tamper-detect circuitry, and battery-backed security monitor |
| Flexible SerDes Configuration | 24 lanes dynamically assignable to PCIe/SATA/SGMII/XFI/USXGMII/CAUI-4; each lane supports independent protocol selection and rate adaptation |
| Energy-Efficient Ethernet | IEEE 802.3az (EEE) support across all MACs reduces dynamic power by up to 50% during low-traffic periods without packet loss |
| Voltage ID (VID) Control | Dynamic core voltage scaling via VID pins enables yield optimization and fine-grained power/performance tuning in production systems |
Applications
| 5G Radio Unit (RU) Baseband Processing | Multi-Service Edge Router |
|---|---|
|
Use Scenario: Real-time Layer 1/2 processing for O-RAN compliant 5G RU with fronthaul transport over eCPRI. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Primary baseband processor handling CPRI/eCPRI encapsulation, FEC, and precise time-synchronized radio scheduling. Use Value: 18 IEEE 1588 MACs and hardware timestamping ensure <50 ns phase alignment across distributed radios; DPAA2 offloads packet classification and buffering from CPU cores. |
Use Scenario: Aggregation of 10G/25G/100G enterprise WAN links with firewall, IPS, and SSL inspection. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Control plane processor managing routing tables and data plane accelerator for encrypted traffic flow. Use Value: SEC block delivers 50 Gbps AES-GCM crypto throughput; dual DDR4 interfaces sustain >100 Gbps memory bandwidth for deep packet inspection buffers. |
| Secure Industrial Gateway | Time-Sensitive Networking (TSN) Switch |
|
Use Scenario: OT/IT convergence gateway connecting legacy Modbus/PROFINET devices to cloud-based SCADA platforms. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Secure protocol translation hub with hardware-enforced domain separation between OT and IT networks. Use Value: Dual CAN-FD interfaces bridge automotive-grade fieldbuses; TrustZone isolates firmware updates from runtime control logic to prevent unauthorized access. |
Use Scenario: Deterministic Ethernet switch for automotive ADAS sensor fusion or factory automation with sub-microsecond jitter. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: TSN-aware MAC scheduler and time-aware shaper integrated into 18-port Ethernet subsystem. Use Value: Hardware timestamping and scheduled traffic shaping across all ports meet IEEE 802.1AS-2020 and 802.1Qbv requirements without software overhead. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar high-performance networking processor applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| NXP LX2120A | 12-core Cortex-A72; 6 MB L2 cache; identical DPAA2, SerDes, and peripheral set; lower TDP | Suitable for mid-range 40G edge routers where full 16-core capacity is unnecessary | Select when thermal envelope or cost constraints preclude LX2160CA72232B but same feature set is required |
| Marvell ARMADA 8040 | 8-core Arm v8-A; no DPAA2; uses Marvell's Packet Processor Engine; 16 SerDes lanes max; lacks CAUI-4/50GAUI-2 support | Targeted at compact SD-WAN appliances rather than carrier-grade 100G infrastructure | Choose only if PCIe Gen4 support and smaller footprint outweigh need for 100G crypto/compression acceleration |
Compared with LX2120A, LX2160CA72232B provides 33% more CPU cores and 33% larger L2 cache for control-plane scalability; compared with ARMADA 8040, it delivers dedicated 100G-class acceleration and broader SerDes protocol coverage essential for telecom infrastructure.
Availability
LX2160CA72232B is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for 5G radio unit development, multi-service edge routing, secure industrial gateway deployment, and Time-Sensitive Networking switch design requiring stable component supply across extended product lifecycles.
Supply support for LX2160CA72232B 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 specializing in secure connectivity solutions for automotive, industrial, IoT, mobile, and communication infrastructure markets.
The Layerscape LX series targets high-performance networking and edge computing, designed to unify control-plane processing, data-path acceleration, and hardware-enforced security in a single SoC for next-generation telecom and critical infrastructure.
FAQ
What is the maximum DDR4 data rate supported by LX2160CA72232B?
LX2160CA72232B supports DDR4 memory at 3.2 GT/s across two independent 72-bit channels (64-bit data + 8-bit ECC). This enables sustained memory bandwidth exceeding 100 GB/s in dual-channel configuration, validated under JEDEC DDR4-3200 specifications with on-die termination and write-leveling calibration.
Does LX2160CA72232B support PCIe Gen4?
No, LX2160CA72232B supports PCIe Gen3 only-up to two 8-lane controllers and four 4-lane controllers, all compliant with PCI Express Base Specification Revision 3.1. Gen4 capability is not implemented in the SerDes PHY or root complex logic of this device.
How many independent Ethernet MACs does LX2160CA72232B integrate?
LX2160CA72232B integrates 18 fully independent Ethernet MACs, each capable of IEEE 1588 hardware timestamping. These support multiple physical layer configurations including SGMII, XFI, USXGMII, CAUI-4, and RGMII, enabling flexible port aggregation and protocol bridging in switch/router designs.
Is LX2160CA72232B pin-compatible with other Layerscape LX processors like LX2120A?
No, LX2160CA72232B is not pin-compatible with LX2120A or LX2080A. Although all three share the same 1517-ball FC-PBGA package outline, ball assignments differ significantly-especially for DDR, SerDes, and peripheral interfaces-as confirmed in Section 2 of the official NXP datasheet Rev. 3.
What security features are implemented in hardware on LX2160CA72232B?
LX2160CA72232B implements QorIQ Platform Trust Architecture 3.0 with secure boot ROM, immutable secure monitor, 256 KB on-chip secure RAM, battery-backed tamper detect, and TrustZone-assisted isolation. All cryptographic operations execute within the SEC block, isolated from general-purpose cores and memory spaces.
LX2160CA72232B Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Package/Case:
- 1517-BBGA, FCBGA
- Series:
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- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Active
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- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 1517-FCPBGA (40x40)
- Additional Interfaces:
- -
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