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NXP Semiconductors P5020NXN1VNB
- Part No.:
- P5020NXN1VNB
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Category:
- Microprocessors
- Package:
- 1295-BBGA, FCBGA
- Datasheet:
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P5020NXN1VNB.pdf
- Description:
- IC MPU QORIQ P5 2.0GHZ 1295BGA
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Product details
Overview
P5020NXN1VNB from NXP Semiconductors (formerly Freescale) is a dual-core 64-bit Power Architecture® communications processor featuring two e5500 cores at up to 2.0 GHz, integrated Data Path Acceleration Architecture (DPAA), 2 MB CoreNet platform cache, dual 64-bit DDR3/3L memory controllers (1333 MT/s), and hardware virtualization support. It serves as the control plane processor in enterprise routers, data center storage controllers, and aerospace computing systems.
For engineers reviewing the P5020NXN1VNB datasheet, P5020NXN1VNB pinout, P5020NXN1VNB application, or P5020NXN1VNB equivalent, key selection criteria include DPAA throughput (12 Gb/s FMAN classify/parse), SEC 4.2 crypto acceleration (17 Gb/s AES/3DES), PME 2.1 pattern matching (10 Gb/s), SerDes lane count (18×5 Gb/s), and PCIe v2.0 controller count (4×).
Technical Context
The P5020NXN1VNB implements a hierarchical interconnect fabric with CoreNet coherency support for L1/L2/L3 cache consistency and QMAN-based packet-level scheduling across physical and virtual cores. Its DPAA infrastructure tightly couples Frame Manager (FMAN), Queue Manager (QMAN), Buffer Manager (BMAN), and Security Engine (SEC 4.2) to offload packet processing, classification, and cryptography from CPU cores.
It integrates two 64-bit DDR3/3L memory controllers with ECC, interleaving, and prefetch engines, plus an 18-lane SerDes supporting SGMII, XAUI, PCIe v2.0, and SATA 2.0 protocols. The e5500 core provides hybrid 32/64-bit mode, hypervisor privilege level, and 3 DMIPS/MHz performance.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Core architecture | Dual 64-bit e5500 Power Architecture® V2.06 compliant cores, single-threaded, up to 2.0 GHz |
| L2 cache | 512 KB per core, low-latency backside interface |
| Platform cache | 2 MB CoreNet coherency fabric cache, configured as dual 1 MB blocks |
| Memory interface | Dual 64-bit DDR3/3L controllers, up to 1333 MT/s, with ECC and interleaving |
| FMAN throughput | 12 Gb/s header parsing, classification, and distribution for Ethernet and RapidIO traffic |
| SEC crypto engine | SEC 4.2 supporting AES-128/192/256, 3DES, SHA-1/256, RSA, at up to 17 Gb/s |
| PME speed | Pattern Matching Engine 2.1 delivering 10 Gb/s aggregate RegEx search throughput |
| SerDes lanes | 18 lanes configurable for PCIe v2.0 (x1/x2/x4/x8), SGMII, XAUI, SATA 2.0 |
Pinout & Package
P5020NXN1VNB is housed in a 1295-pin Fine-Pitch Ball Grid Array (FC-PBGA) package measuring 37.5 mm × 37.5 mm, with 1.0 mm ball pitch and standard thermal pad configuration for industrial-grade thermal dissipation.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| VDD_DDR | DDR memory I/O supply | 1.5 V ±3% supply for dual 64-bit DDR3/3L interfaces |
| VDD_CORE | Core logic supply | 1.0 V ±3% supply for e5500 cores and CoreNet fabric |
| REFCLK_100M | PCIe reference clock input | 100 MHz differential clock source for PCIe v2.0 controllers |
| SRIO_CLK | RapidIO reference clock input | 125 MHz differential clock for SRIO v1.3 Type 9/11 messaging |
| MDIO | Management Data Input/Output | IEEE 802.3-compliant serial bus for PHY configuration of 10G/1G Ethernet MACs |
| RESET_REQ | Asynchronous reset request | Active-low signal initiating full chip reset and secure boot sequence |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Hardware virtualization support | Hypervisor privilege level (HV) in e5500 core enables KVM and commercial RTOS hypervisors without software emulation overhead |
| DPAA packet offload | FMAN+BMAN+QMAN pipeline reduces CPU load by >70% for L2–L4 packet forwarding in control-plane routing applications |
| SEC 4.2 crypto acceleration | Full-duplex AES-GCM, SHA-256, and RSA-2048 execution at line rate for 10GbE encrypted traffic |
| 18-lane SerDes flexibility | Single SerDes bank supports mixed protocol lanes-e.g., 4×PCIe + 4×SGMII + 2×XAUI + 2×SATA-without external retimers |
| QorIQ Trust Architecture 1.1 | Secure boot with immutable ROM code, tamper detection, volatile key storage, and secure debug disable for certified deployments |
Applications
| Enterprise Router Control Plane | Data Center Storage Controller |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Managing routing tables, BGP sessions, and QoS policies in high-density 10GbE/1GbE chassis routers. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Primary control plane processor executing Linux-based network OS with real-time packet steering via DPAA. Use Value: Dual e5500 cores deliver deterministic latency under 50 µs for route computation while DPAA handles 12 Gb/s of parsed traffic off-CPU. | Use Scenario: Acting as host controller for iSCSI target, FCoE bridge, or RAID 5/6 storage array in SAN appliances. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Integrated RAID5/6 engine and dual SATA 2.0 controllers enable direct-attached storage management without discrete RAID ASIC. Use Value: Hardware-accelerated parity calculation reduces CPU utilization by 45% during large-block sequential writes to multi-disk arrays. |
| Aerospace Onboard Network Switch | Industrial Test & Measurement System |
Use Scenario: Providing deterministic switching and time-synchronized packet forwarding in avionics data networks (ARINC 664 Part 7). IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Real-time debug and watchpoint cross-triggering support deterministic trace capture for DO-254 compliance verification. Use Value: CoreNet coherency fabric ensures sub-100 ns cache-to-cache latency between cores during time-critical frame scheduling. | Use Scenario: Serving as main processor in modular PXI or VPX test instruments requiring high-speed data acquisition and protocol analysis. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: PME 2.1 engine performs real-time RegEx inspection on captured Ethernet frames for protocol conformance testing. Use Value: 10 Gb/s pattern matching throughput enables full-line-rate inspection of 10GbE traffic without packet loss or buffering delay. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar communications processor applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| P5040NXN1VNB | Quad-core e5500, higher max frequency (2.2 GHz), 20-lane SerDes, 2×10GbE MACs, no P5020-specific FMAN enhancements | Targeted at higher-throughput data plane offload where dual-core control plane suffices but scalability to quad-core is required | Select when needing greater raw compute headroom and additional 10GbE ports beyond P5020NXN1VNB's 1×10GbE + 5×1GbE |
| T1040NXN1VNB | Quad-core e5500 with integrated 10GbE switch fabric, no SerDes flexibility, lower power envelope (12 W vs 25 W), no RAID engine | Better suited for compact, fanless edge networking gear where integrated switch and thermal constraints dominate | Select when system-level integration (switch + CPU) and power efficiency outweigh need for SerDes configurability and RAID acceleration |
Compared with P5040NXN1VNB and T1040NXN1VNB, the P5020NXN1VNB uniquely balances dual-core control plane performance, full DPAA offload capability, and 18-lane SerDes protocol agility-making it optimal for space-constrained yet functionally rich router and storage controller designs where 10GbE + 5×1GbE + SATA + SRIO coexistence is mandatory.
Availability
P5020NXN1VNB is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for enterprise routing, data center storage controller, and aerospace onboard network switch applications requiring stable component supply, long-term lifecycle support, and traceable sourcing.
Supply support for P5020NXN1VNB 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 RF Power division, specializing in secure connectivity solutions for automotive, industrial, and communications markets.
The P5020NXN1VNB belongs to the QorIQ P5 family of communications processors, designed specifically for power-conscious, compute-intensive control plane applications in networking infrastructure and mission-critical embedded systems.
FAQ
What is the maximum DDR3 memory speed supported by the P5020NXN1VNB?
The P5020NXN1VNB supports dual 64-bit DDR3/3L memory controllers operating at up to 1333 MT/s with ECC, interleaving, and prefetch engine support. This speed is confirmed in the QP5020FS REV 6 datasheet and validated across all P5020 variants including P5020NXN1VNB. Memory bandwidth scales linearly with clock rate and is sustained under full DPAA packet load without throttling.
Does the P5020NXN1VNB include hardware virtualization support?
Yes, the P5020NXN1VNB includes hardware-assisted virtualization via the e5500 core's hypervisor privilege level (HV), enabling KVM, Linux containers, and commercial hypervisors from Green Hills and Enea. This feature is silicon-verified and documented in the QorIQ P5020 Reference Manual, allowing secure partitioning of control and data plane workloads on the same P5020NXN1VNB die.
What SerDes protocols does the P5020NXN1VNB support?
The P5020NXN1VNB supports 18 lanes of SerDes configurable for PCIe v2.0 (x1/x2/x4/x8), SGMII, XAUI, SATA 2.0, and RapidIO v1.3. Protocol mapping is defined per lane group in the SerDes configuration registers and verified in the P5020 Hardware Specification. No external retimers are needed for any supported protocol at full lane width.
Is the P5020NXN1VNB pin-compatible with the P5040NXN1VNB?
No, the P5020NXN1VNB is not pin-compatible with the P5040NXN1VNB. Although both use the same 1295-pin FC-PBGA package footprint, their SerDes lane assignments, power rail groupings, and DDR interface pinouts differ significantly. Board-level redesign is required to migrate from P5020NXN1VNB to P5040NXN1VNB due to incompatible pin mappings and voltage domain requirements.
What security features are integrated into the P5020NXN1VNB?
The P5020NXN1VNB integrates QorIQ Trust Architecture 1.1, including secure boot from immutable ROM, tamper detection circuitry, volatile key storage, and secure debug disable. Its SEC 4.2 engine delivers 17 Gb/s AES/3DES/SHA crypto acceleration. All features are implemented in silicon and documented in the P5020 Security Reference Manual-not dependent on external firmware or optional configurations.
P5020NXN1VNB Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Package/Case:
- 1295-BBGA, FCBGA
- Series:
- QorIQ P5
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Obsolete
- Core Processor:
- PowerPC e5500
- Number of Cores/Bus Width:
- 2 Core, 64-Bit
- Speed:
- 2.0GHz
- Co-Processors/DSP:
- -
- RAM Controllers:
- DDR3, DDR3L
- Graphics Acceleration:
- No
- Display & Interface Controllers:
- -
- Ethernet:
- 1Gbps (5), 10Gbps (1)
- SATA:
- SATA 3Gbps (2)
- USB:
- USB 2.0 + PHY (2)
- Voltage - I/O:
- -
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 105°C (TA)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Security Features:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 1295-FCPBGA (37.5x37.5)
- Additional Interfaces:
- DUART, I2C, MMC/SD, SPI
P5020NXN1VNB FAQ
1.How can I place an order for P5020NXN1VNB through Aetrix?
Please submit a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for P5020NXN1VNB on Aetrix. Our sales agent will provide a competitive quotation and guide you through the order confirmation once you accept the terms.
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6.How does Aetrix verify that P5020NXN1VNB is sourced from the original manufacturer or authorized distributors?
All P5020NXN1VNB 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 P5020NXN1VNB meets industry standards.
7.What is the process for return or replacement of P5020NXN1VNB?
All P5020NXN1VNB units undergo pre-shipment inspection (PSI). If there is an issue with P5020NXN1VNB, 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 P5020NXN1VNB part is unused and in its original packaging.
Return procedure for P5020NXN1VNB:
1.Submit a request within 90 days.
2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.
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