NXP Semiconductors P4080NSE1MMB

Overview

P4080NSE1MMB from NXP Semiconductors (formerly Freescale) is an 8-core Power Architecture e500mc multicore processor designed for combined control- and dataplane processing in networking infrastructure. It operates at up to 1.5 GHz per core, integrates dual 64-bit DDR2/3 memory controllers with ECC, delivers 800 Gb/s coherent read bandwidth via CoreNet fabric, and supports 2×10 GbE (XAUI) + 8×1 GbE (SGMII) - deployed in LTE access gateways, enterprise routers, and RNCs.

For engineers reviewing the P4080NSE1MMB datasheet, P4080NSE1MMB pinout, P4080NSE1MMB application, or P4080NSE1MMB equivalent, key selection criteria include SMP/AMP core configuration flexibility, SEC 4.0 cryptographic acceleration, PME 2.0 RegEx matching, Frame Manager packet handling, and CoreNet coherency fabric scalability for L2–L7 processing workloads.

Technical Context

The P4080NSE1MMB implements a three-tier cache hierarchy: 32 KB I/D L1 per core, 128 KB private backside L2 per core, and 2 MB shared L3 CoreNet platform cache. Its CoreNet coherency fabric enables prioritized, bandwidth-allocated coherent/non-coherent transactions across 800 Gb/s read bandwidth.

Datapath acceleration includes hardware-accelerated packet parsing/classification/distribution, queue management with QoS scheduling, buffer allocation/de-allocation, SEC 4.0 crypto offload (AES/SHA/RSA), and PME 2.0 RegEx pattern matching - all tightly coupled to the Frame Manager and Queue Manager fabrics.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

Package: 1296-pin FCCSP (Fine-Pitch Column Grid Array), 37.5 mm × 37.5 mm, 0.8 mm pitch, RoHS-compliant, thermally enhanced with integrated heat spreader.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Compared with P4040NSE1MMB and P4081NSE1MMB, the P4080NSE1MMB delivers highest aggregate compute density (8×1.5 GHz), full 2×10 GbE support, and largest L3 cache - making it the only option among the three for full line-rate L7 processing in carrier-grade edge nodes.

Availability

P4080NSE1MMB is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for enterprise routing, LTE access gateway, and avionics computing applications requiring stable component supply, long-term lifecycle assurance, and traceable sourcing.

Supply support for P4080NSE1MMB 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 solutions for automotive, industrial, and communications markets.

The P4080NSE1MMB belongs to the QorIQ P4 Series - a family of multicore communications processors engineered for high-performance, low-power L2–L7 packet processing in carrier and enterprise networking infrastructure.

FAQ

What is the maximum operating frequency of the P4080NSE1MMB?

The P4080NSE1MMB features eight Power Architecture e500mc cores each operating at up to 1.5 GHz. This frequency is guaranteed under specified thermal and voltage conditions per the official QP4080FS REV 4 datasheet. The P4080NSE1MMB achieves this performance within a sub-30W power envelope using 45 nm process technology and dynamic core power gating.

Does the P4080NSE1MMB support DDR3 memory with ECC?

Yes, the P4080NSE1MMB integrates two independent 64-bit DDR2/DDR3 SDRAM memory controllers with full ECC support, including single-bit error correction and double-bit error detection. ECC operates transparently across both channels and is configurable per memory region via the Memory Management Unit in the P4080NSE1MMB's CoreNet fabric.

Is the P4080NSE1MMB pin-compatible with other QorIQ P4 series processors?

Yes, the P4080NSE1MMB is pin-for-pin compatible with the P4040NSE1MMB and P4081NSE1MMB in the 1296-pin FCCSP package. This allows direct PCB reuse across the P4 family, though functional differences (e.g., number of 10 GbE controllers, core count, max frequency) require corresponding firmware and thermal design adjustments for the P4080NSE1MMB.

What hardware accelerators are integrated into the P4080NSE1MMB?

The P4080NSE1MMB integrates five key accelerators: Frame Manager (packet parsing/classification), Queue Manager (QoS scheduling), Buffer Manager (dynamic allocation), SEC 4.0 (AES/SHA/RSA crypto), and PME 2.0 (RegEx pattern matching). These operate independently of the e500mc cores and are accessible via dedicated DMA channels in the P4080NSE1MMB's datapath architecture.

How does the CoreNet coherency fabric improve system performance in the P4080NSE1MMB?

The CoreNet coherency fabric in the P4080NSE1MMB replaces traditional shared buses with a scalable point-to-point interconnect, delivering 800 Gb/s coherent read bandwidth and eliminating bus contention. It ensures cache coherency across all eight e500mc cores and accelerators, enabling efficient shared-memory multiprocessing without software-managed cache invalidation overhead in the P4080NSE1MMB.