NXP Semiconductors P3041NSE1MMB

Overview

P3041NSE1MMB from NXP Semiconductors (formerly Freescale) is a quad-core Power Architecture® e500mc processor operating at up to 1.5 GHz, featuring 128 KB per-core L2 cache, 1 MB CoreNet platform cache, DDR3/3L memory controller, and integrated DPAA for packet processing acceleration. It targets mixed control/data plane networking applications such as integrated access routers and base station NICs.

For engineers reviewing the P3041NSE1MMB datasheet, P3041NSE1MMB pinout, P3041NSE1MMB application, or P3041NSE1MMB equivalent, key selection criteria include its 1295-pin FCPBGA package, hardware hypervisor support, 5×1 GbE + 1×10 GbE Ethernet subsystem, SEC 4.2 cryptographic acceleration, and CoreNet coherency fabric architecture.

Technical Context

The P3041NSE1MMB implements four e500mc cores with private 32 KB I/D caches and 128 KB ECC-protected backside L2 caches, plus a shared 1 MB ECC-enabled CoreNet platform cache. Its CoreNet switch fabric enables concurrent, non-blocking interconnect between accelerators, memory controllers, and high-speed I/O.

It integrates DPAA with Frame Manager, Queue Manager, Buffer Manager, and Pattern Matching Engine to offload packet parsing, classification, distribution, and pattern search across up to 128 M sessions. The hardware hypervisor supports independent OS execution per core with memory-mapped transaction isolation and I/O partitioning.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

Package: 1295-pin Fine-Pitch Column Grid Array (FCPBGA), 37.5 mm × 37.5 mm, 1.0 mm pitch, RoHS-compliant.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar multicore communications processor applications.

Compared with P3041NSE1MMB, P3041NSE1MNB offers identical functionality with higher thermal rating for harsh environments, while P5020NSE1MMB provides a pin-compatible dual-core alternative with lower power and cost-both retain CoreNet, DPAA, and SerDes compatibility but differ in core count, frequency headroom, and thermal envelope.

Availability

P3041NSE1MMB is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for integrated access routers, base station NICs, industrial edge gateways, and secure network appliances requiring stable component supply and long-term lifecycle assurance.

Supply support for P3041NSE1MMB 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 company formed from the spin-off of Freescale Semiconductor and NXP's standard products division, specializing in secure connectivity and processing solutions for automotive, industrial, and communications markets.

The QorIQ P3 series-including P3041NSE1MMB-is designed specifically for cost-optimized, power-efficient mixed control-and-data-plane networking applications, targeting next-generation carrier and enterprise infrastructure where architectural scalability and software reuse across P3/P4/P5 platforms are essential.

FAQ

What is the maximum operating frequency of the P3041NSE1MMB?

The P3041NSE1MMB operates at a maximum core frequency of 1.5 GHz. This frequency is guaranteed under specified voltage (0.9–1.1 V) and thermal conditions (junction temperature ≤125°C). All four e500mc cores scale synchronously, and the CoreNet platform cache and DDR3 controller are fully rated at this speed. The P3041NSE1MMB datasheet specifies timing closure at 1.5 GHz across process corners and voltage ranges.

Does the P3041NSE1MMB support hardware virtualization?

Yes, the P3041NSE1MMB includes a hardware hypervisor implemented within the e500mc core architecture. It enables memory protection, I/O partitioning, and independent OS execution per core. The hypervisor is integral to the core design-not an external IP block-and is supported by Freescale/NXP's QorIQ SDK and Enea Linux hypervisor extensions. P3041NSE1MMB uses this capability to isolate control and data plane workloads securely.

What high-speed serial interfaces does the P3041NSE1MMB integrate?

The P3041NSE1MMB integrates an 18-lane 5 GHz SerDes supporting configurable protocols: 4× PCIe 2.0, 2× Serial RapidIO 2.1, 2× SATA 2.0, and 2× USB 2.0 PHYs. Each lane is independently configurable. The SerDes does not support PCIe 3.0 or 10 GbE KR backplane; those require external retimers or alternate SoCs. All configurations are validated in the P3041NSE1MMB reference design.

Is the P3041NSE1MMB pin-compatible with other QorIQ processors?

Yes, the P3041NSE1MMB uses the same 1295-pin FCPBGA package (37.5 mm × 37.5 mm) as the P4 and P5 platform processors. This enables PCB reuse across P3041NSE1MMB, P4080, and P5020 families when using compatible power delivery and signal integrity layouts. Pin assignments for power, ground, clocks, and high-speed SerDes lanes are identical; however, some peripheral signals (e.g., GPIO, I²C) may differ and require schematic review.

What cryptographic functions does the SEC 4.2 accelerator in the P3041NSE1MMB support?

The SEC 4.2 accelerator in the P3041NSE1MMB supports AES-128/192/256 (ECB/CBC/CTR), DES/3DES, SHA-1/224/256/384/512, MD5, HMAC, RSA up to 4096-bit, ECC NIST P-256/P-384, ARC4, SNOW 3G F8/F9, Kasumi, and true random number generation. These functions are accessible via the CAAM driver in Linux and are used by P3041NSE1MMB-based IPsec and TLS stacks for line-rate encryption at 10 GbE speeds.