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NXP Semiconductors P4080NXE1MMB
- Part No.:
- P4080NXE1MMB
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Category:
- Microprocessors
- Package:
- 1295-BBGA, FCBGA
- Datasheet:
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P4080NXE1MMB.pdf
- Description:
- IC MPU QORIQ P4 1.5GHZ 1295BGA
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Product details
Overview
P4080NXE1MMB from NXP Semiconductors (formerly Freescale) is a high-performance multicore communications processor featuring eight Power Architecture e500mc cores operating up to 1.5 GHz, dual 64-bit DDR2/3 memory controllers with ECC, and integrated datapath acceleration for packet parsing, classification, queue management, and cryptographic security (SEC 4.0). It targets enterprise routers, LTE access gateways, and radio network controllers requiring combined control- and data-plane processing in ≤30 W.
For engineers reviewing the P4080NXE1MMB datasheet, P4080NXE1MMB pinout, P4080NXE1MMB application, or P4080NXE1MMB equivalent, key selection criteria include its CoreNet coherency fabric bandwidth (800 Gb/s coherent read), 2 MB shared L3 cache, dual 10 GbE XAUI + eight 1 GbE SGMII interfaces, and support for asymmetric (AMP) and symmetric (SMP) multiprocessing with independent core boot/reset.
Technical Context
The P4080NXE1MMB implements a three-tier cache hierarchy: per-core 32 KB I/D L1, private 128 KB backside L2, and unified 2 MB CoreNet platform L3 cache. Its CoreNet coherency fabric enables full cache coherency across all eight e500mc cores while supporting prioritized, bandwidth-allocated traffic between endpoints including accelerators, memory controllers, and I/O blocks.
Datapath acceleration includes dedicated hardware for packet parsing/classification/distribution, queue management with QoS scheduling, buffer allocation/de-allocation, SEC 4.0 cryptographic engine, and PME 2.0 RegEx pattern matching. Networking I/O comprises two 10 GbE XAUI controllers, eight 1 GbE SGMII controllers, three PCIe 2.0 lanes (5 GHz), and two sRIO 1.2 ports (3.125 GHz).
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Core Count & Type | Eight Power Architecture e500mc cores with independent boot/reset capability and hypervisor/supervisor/user privilege levels. |
| Max Core Frequency | 1.5 GHz - enables real-time layer 2–7 packet processing at line rate in telecom infrastructure. |
| L3 Cache Size | 2 MB CoreNet platform cache - reduces inter-core latency and improves throughput for shared workloads. |
| Memory Interface | Dual 64-bit DDR2/DDR3 with ECC and interleaving - supports up to 128 GB system memory with error correction for carrier-grade reliability. |
| Ethernet Interfaces | Two 10 GbE XAUI + eight 1 GbE SGMII - provides flexible high-bandwidth connectivity for aggregation and edge routing. |
| Accelerators | SEC 4.0 crypto engine, PME 2.0 RegEx matcher, Frame Manager, Queue Manager - offloads CPU-intensive networking functions to dedicated hardware. |
| High-Speed Interconnects | Three PCIe 2.0 controllers (5 GHz), two sRIO 1.2 controllers (3.125 GHz), 18-lane SerDes - enables scalable expansion and chip-to-chip communication. |
Pinout & Package
P4080NXE1MMB is housed in a 1296-pin FC-BGA package (37 mm × 37 mm, 1.0 mm pitch) with thermal lid and exposed thermal pad. Pin assignment follows the QorIQ P4080 standard ballout defined in Document Number QP4080FS REV 4.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| B1–B4, C1–C4 | VDD_DDR | Power supply for DDR2/3 memory interface - requires low-noise regulation and local decoupling. |
| H1–H4, J1–J4 | VDD_CORE | Main core power domain (1.0 V nominal) - supplies all eight e500mc cores and L2 caches. |
| R1–R4, T1–T4 | VDD_IO | I/O bank voltage (1.5 V or 1.8 V configurable) - powers SerDes, PCIe, sRIO, and Ethernet PHY interfaces. |
| A1–A4, D1–D4 | GND | System ground reference - critical for signal integrity and EMI control across high-speed SerDes lanes. |
| M1–M4, N1–N4 | CLK_IN | Differential reference clock input (100 MHz or 125 MHz) - synchronizes CoreNet fabric, memory controller, and peripheral clocks. |
| Y1–Y4, AA1–AA4 | RESET_B | Active-low global reset - initiates cold boot sequence and resets all cores, caches, and peripherals simultaneously. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| CoreNet Coherency Fabric | Provides 800 Gb/s coherent read bandwidth and eliminates bus contention via point-to-point scalable interconnect between cores, accelerators, and memory controllers. |
| Independent Core Boot/Reset | Enables true AMP operation - each e500mc core can boot different OS or bare-metal firmware, allowing strict functional partitioning in safety-critical systems. |
| Embedded Hypervisor Support | Hardware-enforced resource isolation ensures memory, peripherals, and interrupts assigned to one OS cannot be accessed by another - essential for mixed-criticality deployments. |
| Datapath Acceleration Engine | Offloads packet parsing, classification, queue scheduling, buffer management, and SEC 4.0 crypto operations - frees CPU cycles for application-layer processing. |
| Flexible Memory Controller | Dual 64-bit DDR2/3 interface with ECC, interleaving, and programmable timing - supports high-bandwidth, fault-tolerant memory subsystems for telecom base stations. |
Applications
| Enterprise Router Control Plane | LTE Access Gateway |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Managing routing protocols (BGP, OSPF), configuration, and system monitoring in multi-service edge routers. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Primary control-plane processor executing Linux-based network OS with deterministic interrupt handling and secure boot. Use Value: Independent core boot allows separation of routing stack from management services; SEC 4.0 enables IPsec tunnel termination without CPU overhead. | Use Scenario: Aggregating and forwarding user-plane traffic between eNodeB and MME/S-GW in LTE Evolved Packet Core (EPC) deployments. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Combined control- and data-plane processor performing deep packet inspection, QoS enforcement, and GTP-U tunneling. Use Value: Frame Manager and Queue Manager accelerate packet classification and scheduling; dual 10 GbE XAUI handles backhaul interface load. |
| Radio Network Controller (RNC) | Industrial Embedded Computing |
Use Scenario: Handling Layer 3 signaling, handover control, and Iub/Iur interface protocol stacks in UMTS networks. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Real-time embedded processor running VxWorks or Integrity OS with guaranteed latency for RRC and NBAP message processing. Use Value: Per-core watchpoint triggers and instruction trace enable deterministic debug of time-critical protocol stacks across multiple cores. | Use Scenario: Serving as main compute engine in ruggedized industrial gateways connecting legacy fieldbus networks to cloud platforms. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: General-purpose multicore SoC executing real-time Linux, protocol translation (Modbus/TCP → MQTT), and TLS-secured telemetry upload. Use Value: USB 2.0 ULPI, SD/MMC, and four I²C controllers provide native connectivity to sensors, displays, and storage; eLBC supports NOR/NAND flash boot. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar multicore communications processor applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| P4040NXE1MMB | Four e500mc cores (vs. eight), same 1.5 GHz max frequency, identical I/O and pinout. | Lower compute density; suitable for cost-sensitive or lower-throughput control-plane applications. | Select when full eight-core capacity is unnecessary and power budget is constrained. |
| P4081NXE1MMB | Eight e500mc cores at 1.2 GHz (vs. 1.5 GHz), identical I/O, pin-compatible but reduced clock speed and single PCIe controller. | Targeted at price-sensitive high-throughput applications where 1.2 GHz suffices and PCIe expansion is minimal. | Choose for balanced performance/power/cost in LTE small cells or media gateways with limited expansion needs. |
Compared with P4040NXE1MMB and P4081NXE1MMB, the P4080NXE1MMB delivers highest sustained throughput for full-layer 2–7 processing, retains full PCIe/sRIO expansion capability, and supports the widest range of AMP/SMP configurations - making it optimal for flagship carrier infrastructure designs.
Availability
P4080NXE1MMB is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for enterprise routers, LTE access gateways, and radio network controllers requiring stable component supply, long-term lifecycle support, and traceable sourcing.
Supply support for P4080NXE1MMB 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 merged with NXP's MCU and connectivity businesses, specializing in secure connectivity solutions for automotive, industrial, and networking markets.
The P4080NXE1MMB belongs to the QorIQ P4 Series - a family of multicore communications processors designed specifically for high-performance, low-power networking infrastructure requiring integrated control- and data-plane processing with hardware-accelerated packet handling.
FAQ
What is the maximum operating frequency of the P4080NXE1MMB?
The P4080NXE1MMB operates at a maximum core frequency of 1.5 GHz. This rating applies to all eight e500mc cores under specified thermal and voltage conditions per the QP4080FS REV 4 datasheet. The device maintains this frequency across its full commercial temperature range (0°C to 105°C junction) when properly cooled and powered with compliant VDD_CORE regulation.
Does the P4080NXE1MMB support DDR3 memory?
Yes, the P4080NXE1MMB supports both DDR2 and DDR3 SDRAM via dual 64-bit memory controllers with ECC, interleaving, and programmable timing parameters. DDR3-1333 (667 MHz) operation is fully validated and documented in the memory controller section of the QP4080FS REV 4 specification.
Is the P4080NXE1MMB pin-compatible with other QorIQ P4 series processors?
Yes, the P4080NXE1MMB is pin-for-pin compatible with the P4040NXE1MMB and P4081NXE1MMB. All three share identical 1296-ball FC-BGA packaging, power delivery requirements, and I/O ball assignments, enabling board-level reuse across performance tiers within the P4 family.
What virtualization features does the P4080NXE1MMB support?
The P4080NXE1MMB supports hardware-assisted virtualization through its embedded hypervisor extension, enabling secure resource partitioning across memory, peripherals, and interrupts. Each e500mc core supports three privilege levels (user, supervisor, hypervisor), and the CoreNet fabric enforces memory protection and I/O address translation for guest OS isolation.
What debugging capabilities are integrated into the P4080NXE1MMB?
The P4080NXE1MMB includes integrated instruction trace, per-core watchpoint triggers, cross-event triggers between cores, and performance monitoring units compliant with Power ISA v2.06. These features enable dynamic, multi-core-aware debugging of complex real-time software stacks without external probes or intrusive instrumentation.
P4080NXE1MMB Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Package/Case:
- 1295-BBGA, FCBGA
- Series:
- QorIQ P4
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Obsolete
- Core Processor:
- PowerPC e500mc
- Number of Cores/Bus Width:
- 8 Core, 32-Bit
- Speed:
- 1.5GHz
- Co-Processors/DSP:
- Security; SEC 4.0
- RAM Controllers:
- DDR2, DDR3
- Graphics Acceleration:
- No
- Display & Interface Controllers:
- -
- Ethernet:
- 1Gbps (8), 10Gbps (2)
- SATA:
- -
- USB:
- USB 2.0 + PHY (2)
- Voltage - I/O:
- 1.8V, 2.5V, 3.3V
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 105°C (TA)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Security Features:
- Boot Security, Cryptography, Random Number Generator, Secure Fusebox
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 1295-FCPBGA (37.5x37.5)
- Additional Interfaces:
- DUART, I2C, MMC/SD, RapidIO, SPI
P4080NXE1MMB FAQ
1.How can I place an order for P4080NXE1MMB through Aetrix?
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6.How does Aetrix verify that P4080NXE1MMB is sourced from the original manufacturer or authorized distributors?
All P4080NXE1MMB products on Aetrix are procured from qualified distributors and authorized channels. Our dedicated quality assurance team conducts strict verification, including traceability checks and, if necessary, third-party testing. This ensures that P4080NXE1MMB meets industry standards.
7.What is the process for return or replacement of P4080NXE1MMB?
All P4080NXE1MMB units undergo pre-shipment inspection (PSI). If there is an issue with P4080NXE1MMB, 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 P4080NXE1MMB part is unused and in its original packaging.
Return procedure for P4080NXE1MMB:
1.Submit a request within 90 days.
2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.
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