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NXP Semiconductors P5021NSN72QC
- Part No.:
- P5021NSN72QC
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Category:
- Microprocessors
- Package:
- 1295-BBGA, FCBGA
- Datasheet:
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P5021NSN72QC.pdf
- Description:
- IC MPU QORIQ P5 2.2GHZ 1295BGA
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Product details
Overview
P5021NSN72QC from NXP Semiconductors (formerly Freescale) is a dual-core Power Architecture e5500-based integrated communication processor designed for high-performance control and data path processing in networking infrastructure. It features two 512 KB L2 caches with ECC, 2 MB CoreNet platform cache with ECC, dual 10-GbE XAUI controllers, ten 1-GbE controllers (SGMII/RGMII), and dual 64-bit DDR3/3L memory controllers with ECC - enabling full-featured routing, switching, and base station controller applications.
For engineers reviewing the P5021NSN72QC datasheet, P5021NSN72QC pinout, P5021NSN72QC application, or P5021NSN72QC equivalent, key selection criteria include its 1295-ball FC-PBGA package, DPAA hardware acceleration (FMan/QMan/BMan), IEEE 1588 timestamping support across multiple TSECs, RAID 5/6 storage acceleration, and secure boot capability - all critical for telecom/datacom and aerospace-grade embedded systems.
Technical Context
The P5021NSN72QC implements a coherent CoreNet fabric interconnecting two e5500 cores, accelerators, and I/O subsystems. Its Data Path Acceleration Architecture (DPAA) integrates Frame Manager (FMan) for packet parsing/classification/distribution, Queue Manager (QMan) for scheduling and congestion management, and Buffer Manager (BMan) for dynamic buffer allocation - enabling line-rate packet processing without CPU intervention.
It supports heterogeneous memory coherency via PAMU units, includes three PCIe 2.0 controllers, two SATA 2.0 interfaces, and dual USB 2.0 controllers with integrated PHYs. The chip uses a multi-rail power architecture with dedicated supplies for core (VDD_CA), platform (VDD_PL), DDR I/O (XVDD), SerDes (AVDD_SRDSx), and analog blocks - requiring strict sequencing per Section 2.2 of the datasheet.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Processor Cores | Two Power Architecture e5500 cores, each with 512 KB backside L2 cache and ECC protection |
| Memory Interface | Dual 64-bit DDR3/3L SDRAM controllers, up to 1600 MT/s, with ECC and independent timing control |
| Networking Interfaces | Two 10-GbE XAUI controllers + ten 1-GbE controllers supporting SGMII, 2.5G SGMII, and RGMII |
| Acceleration Engine | Data Path Acceleration Architecture (DPAA) with FMan, QMan, BMan, and crypto acceleration |
| PCI Express | Three PCIe 2.0 controllers/ports, configurable as x1, x2, x4, or x8 links with root complex or endpoint mode |
| Package | 1295-ball Fine-Pitch Ceramic Ball Grid Array (FC-PBGA), 37.5 mm × 37.5 mm, 1.0 mm ball pitch |
| IEEE 1588 Support | Hardware timestamping on all 12 Ethernet ports (10× 1GE + 2× 10GE), with pulse-out and alarm outputs |
Pinout & Package
Package: 1295-ball FC-PBGA, 37.5 mm × 37.5 mm, 1.0 mm ball pitch, RoHS-compliant ceramic substrate with thermal lid.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| D1_MDQ00–D1_MDQ63, D2_MDQ00–D2_MDQ63 | DDR3/3L Data I/O | 128-bit wide data bus split across two 64-bit channels; each group requires matched trace length and termination |
| D1_MCK0/D2_MCK0, D1_MCK1–D2_MCK3 | DDR3/3L Clock | Differential clock pairs per channel; routed as controlled-impedance differential pairs with tight skew control |
| D1_MCS0/D2_MCS0, D1_MCS1–D2_MCS3 | DDR3/3L Chip Select | Active-low signals enabling individual rank selection; support multi-rank DIMM configurations |
| TSEC1–TSEC12 | 1/10-GbE MAC Interface | Twelve TSEC instances mapped to physical SerDes lanes; support IEEE 1588 timestamp injection/extraction |
| PCIe_CLK0–PCIe_CLK2 | PCIe Reference Clock | 100 MHz differential reference clocks for PCIe link training; require low-jitter external source or internal PLL |
| USB1_VDD_3P3/USB2_VDD_3P3 | USB PHY Supply | Dedicated 3.3 V supplies for USB transceivers; must be filtered per USB 2.0 compliance requirements |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Secure Boot Capability | Hardware-enforced chain-of-trust boot flow using fused keys and encrypted boot images stored in external flash |
| Hypervisor Support | Three privilege levels (user/supervisor/hypervisor) with hardware-assisted virtualization for partitioned OS environments |
| RAID 5/6 Acceleration | Dedicated hardware engine offloading XOR and Galois field operations, reducing CPU load during storage I/O |
| Enhanced Local Bus Controller (eLBC) | Supports NAND/NOR flash, SRAM, and FPGA glue logic with programmable timing and burst modes |
| CoreNet Fabric Coherency | Hardware-managed cache coherency across cores, accelerators, and DMA engines - eliminating software cache maintenance overhead |
Applications
| Wireless Base Station Controller | Carrier-Grade Router |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Centralized control and packet forwarding in LTE/5G macrocell baseband units with fronthaul/backhaul convergence. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Primary system-on-chip handling Layer 2/3 forwarding, CPRI/eCPRI transport, and real-time radio resource management. Use Value: Integrated DPAA enables deterministic sub-10 μs packet latency; IEEE 1588 hardware timestamping ensures ±50 ns sync accuracy across distributed radios. | Use Scenario: High-throughput edge router aggregating 10-GbE uplinks and distributing traffic across multiple 1-GbE access ports. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Full-featured network processor executing routing protocols (BGP/OSPF), deep packet inspection, and QoS scheduling. Use Value: Dual 10-GbE + ten 1-GbE interfaces eliminate external PHYs; hardware crypto acceleration enables IPsec at line rate without CPU penalty. |
| Industrial Aerospace Switch | Secure Embedded Server |
Use Scenario: Deterministic time-sensitive networking (TSN) switch in avionics or rail signaling systems requiring fault tolerance and DO-254 compliance. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Real-time switch controller with hardware timestamping, frame preemption, and redundant path failover. Use Value: IEEE 1588 PTP hardware support across all 12 Ethernet ports enables sub-microsecond synchronization; ECC-protected memories meet ED-80/DO-254 reliability targets. | Use Scenario: Compact headless server for network function virtualization (NFV) in telecom central offices with limited cooling and space. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Compute-and-I/O converged SoC running lightweight hypervisors and containerized VNFs. Use Value: Two e5500 cores + DPAA offload enable concurrent VM execution and packet processing; secure boot and fuse-based key storage protect firmware integrity. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar integrated communication processor applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| LX2160A | ARM Cortex-A72 octa-core vs. dual Power Architecture e5500; higher integer throughput but no native Power ISA toolchain support | Better suited for Linux-based NFV workloads; lacks legacy Power ISA binary compatibility required for existing QorIQ codebases | Select LX2160A only when migrating to ARM ecosystem and requiring >4× CPU core count; retain P5021NSN72QC for Power ISA continuity and deterministic DPAA latency. |
| P5040 | Same e5500 core family and DPAA architecture, but quad-core with higher DDR bandwidth (1866 MT/s) and additional PCIe/SATA lanes | Targeted at higher-end routers and media gateways needing greater packet throughput and storage I/O concurrency | Choose P5040 when scaling beyond dual-core capacity while preserving identical software stack, pinout-compatible footprint, and qualification pedigree. |
Compared with LX2160A and P5040, the P5021NSN72QC delivers optimal balance of deterministic DPAA latency, Power ISA software continuity, and cost-effective dual-core performance for mid-tier telecom infrastructure - making it the preferred choice where legacy code porting effort and real-time predictability outweigh raw core count.
Availability
P5021NSN72QC is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for carrier-grade routers, wireless base station controllers, and industrial aerospace switches requiring stable component supply, long-term lifecycle assurance, and qualified automotive/industrial temperature grade availability.
Supply support for P5021NSN72QC 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, and communications markets, with roots in Freescale's high-performance embedded processor heritage.
The QorIQ P5 series - including the P5021NSN72QC - was engineered specifically for integrated control and data plane processing in next-generation networking infrastructure, emphasizing hardware-accelerated packet handling, security, and energy-efficient multicore scalability.
FAQ
What is the maximum supported DDR3/3L data rate for the P5021NSN72QC?
The P5021NSN72QC supports DDR3/3L memory up to 1600 MT/s per channel. Each of its two 64-bit controllers operates independently with configurable timing parameters, ECC protection, and on-die termination - enabling robust operation in thermally constrained telecom chassis environments. This rate is validated per JEDEC specifications and documented in Section 2.9 of the official P5021 datasheet.
Does the P5021NSN72QC support IEEE 1588 Precision Time Protocol hardware timestamping?
Yes, the P5021NSN72QC provides full hardware IEEE 1588 timestamping across all twelve Ethernet interfaces (ten 1-GbE + two 10-GbE). Each TSEC includes dedicated timestamp registers, pulse-out signals, and alarm outputs - enabling sub-50 ns timestamp resolution and deterministic latency for telecom synchronization applications. This capability is detailed in Section 2.12 of the P5021 datasheet.
What package type and dimensions does the P5021NSN72QC use?
The P5021NSN72QC uses a 1295-ball Fine-Pitch Ceramic Ball Grid Array (FC-PBGA) package measuring 37.5 mm × 37.5 mm with 1.0 mm ball pitch. It features a ceramic substrate, integrated thermal lid, and RoHS-compliant finish - optimized for high-power dissipation in dense networking modules. Mechanical details are specified in Section 4 of the P5021 datasheet.
How many PCIe 2.0 lanes does the P5021NSN72QC provide, and what configurations are supported?
The P5021NSN72QC integrates three PCIe 2.0 controllers supporting flexible lane configurations: one x8, one x4, and one x2; or three x4 links; or combinations thereof. Each controller supports root complex and endpoint modes, hot-plug, and advanced error reporting - enabling direct attachment of NICs, SSDs, or FPGA accelerators without bridge chips. Configuration details appear in Section 2.20 of the P5021 datasheet.
Is secure boot functionality implemented in hardware on the P5021NSN72QC?
Yes, the P5021NSN72QC includes hardware-enforced secure boot with fuse-based key storage, cryptographic signature verification (RSA-2048/SHA-256), and immutable boot ROM. It establishes a trusted execution environment by validating each stage of the boot chain before loading - preventing unauthorized firmware execution. This feature is fully documented in Chapter 5 and Section 2.17 of the P5021 datasheet.
P5021NSN72QC 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:
- 2.2GHz
- Co-Processors/DSP:
- -
- RAM Controllers:
- DDR3, DDR3L
- Graphics Acceleration:
- No
- Display & Interface Controllers:
- -
- Ethernet:
- 1Gbps (10), 10Gbps (2)
- SATA:
- SATA 3Gbps (2)
- USB:
- USB 2.0 + PHY (2)
- Voltage - I/O:
- 1.0V, 1.2V
- Operating Temperature:
- 0°C ~ 105°C (TA)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Security Features:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 1295-FCPBGA (37.5x37.5)
- Additional Interfaces:
- I2C, MMC/SD, PCIe, SPI, UART
P5021NSN72QC FAQ
1.How can I place an order for P5021NSN72QC through Aetrix?
Please submit a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for P5021NSN72QC on Aetrix. Our sales agent will provide a competitive quotation and guide you through the order confirmation once you accept the terms.
2.Are the price and stock information for P5021NSN72QC reliable?
The price and inventory of P5021NSN72QC are updated periodically and may fluctuate due to market conditions. Stock and pricing data are typically refreshed every 24 hours. Quotation validity for P5021NSN72QC is usually 5 days.
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5.How can I obtain technical support or documentation for P5021NSN72QC?
For technical support, including P5021NSN72QC datasheets, pinout diagrams, or application guidance, please contact our engineering support team. They can provide detailed documentation and assistance for your P5021NSN72QC requirements.
6.How does Aetrix verify that P5021NSN72QC is sourced from the original manufacturer or authorized distributors?
All P5021NSN72QC 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 P5021NSN72QC meets industry standards.
7.What is the process for return or replacement of P5021NSN72QC?
All P5021NSN72QC units undergo pre-shipment inspection (PSI). If there is an issue with P5021NSN72QC, 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 P5021NSN72QC part is unused and in its original packaging.
Return procedure for P5021NSN72QC:
1.Submit a request within 90 days.
2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.
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