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NXP Semiconductors T2080NSE8MQLB
- Part No.:
- T2080NSE8MQLB
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Category:
- Microprocessors
- Package:
- 896-BFBGA, FCBGA
- Datasheet:
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T2080NSE8MQLB.pdf
- Description:
- IC MPU QORIQ T2 1.2GHZ 896FCPBGA
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Product details
Overview
T2080NSE8MQLB from NXP is a 28 nm QorIQ communications processor featuring four dual-threaded 64-bit e6500 Power Architecture® cores, 2 MB shared L2 cache, and integrated Data Path Acceleration Architecture (DPAA) for packet processing up to 24 Gb/s. It operates at up to 1.8 GHz, supports hardware-assisted virtualization, and delivers eight virtual cores in a 25 × 25 mm, 896-pin FC-BGA package for mid-range control-and-data-plane networking applications including enterprise switches and LTE base station control cards.
For engineers reviewing the T2080NSE8MQLB datasheet, T2080NSE8MQLB pinout, T2080NSE8MQLB application, or T2080NSE8MQLB equivalent, key selection considerations include SerDes lane count (16× up to 10 GHz), PCIe Gen3/Gen2 configuration (2× Gen3 + 2× Gen2), DDR3/3L memory controller bandwidth (64-bit, 2133 MT/s), and DPAA accelerator throughput for crypto (10 Gb/s SEC), compression (17.5 Gb/s DCE), and pattern matching (10 Gb/s PME).
Technical Context
The T2080NSE8MQLB implements a coherent CoreNet interconnect fabric with 512 KB platform cache and prefetch engine, enabling low-latency communication among four e6500 cores, accelerators, and I/O endpoints. Its DPAA infrastructure includes FMAN (packet parsing/classification), QMAN (224-queue scheduling), BMAN (64 buffer pools), and RMAN (chip-to-chip RapidIO messaging).
Hardware virtualization support includes hypervisor privilege level, PAMU v2 I/O MMU with paging, vMPIC, vDMA, and DPAA-level MAC/accelerator virtualization. Security features comprise secure boot, tamper detection, volatile key storage, and alternate image revocation - all implemented in silicon without external co-processors.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| e6500 Core Count | Four dual-threaded 64-bit Power Architecture® cores → 8 virtual cores with full hardware threading |
| Max Clock Frequency | 1.8 GHz → deterministic real-time response for control plane tasks with 7-stage pipeline |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB banked, shared → reduces inter-core latency for distributed packet processing workloads |
| DDR Interface | 64-bit DDR3/3L up to 2133 MT/s with ECC → supports >16 GB memory with error resilience for telecom control software |
| SerDes Lanes | 16 lanes, up to 10 GHz → enables 4× 10G Ethernet (XFI/XAUI/HiGig), 2× SATA 2.0, and 2× PCIe Gen3 links |
| DPAA Throughput | FMAN: 24 Gb/s parsing/classification; SEC: 10 Gb/s crypto; DCE: 17.5 Gb/s compression → offloads CPU for line-rate L2–L4 forwarding |
| Virtualization Support | Hypervisor mode, PAMU v2, vMPIC, vDMA → enables KVM/Linux containers with strict I/O isolation between guest environments |
Pinout & Package
Package: 25 mm × 25 mm, 896-pin Fine-Pitch Ball Grid Array (FC-BGA), 0.8 mm pitch, RoHS-compliant, lead-free.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| A1–A10, B1–B10, etc. (all 896 balls) | Ball grid array interconnect | Signal, power, ground, and reference voltage balls mapped per NXP T2080FS Rev 2 package drawing; no discrete pins - requires controlled-impedance PCB stackup and BGA reflow profile |
| VDD_DDR, VDD_CORE, VDD_IO | Power supply domains | Dedicated ball groups for 1.35 V DDR, 1.0 V core, and 1.8/3.3 V I/O - mandates independent regulation and sequencing per NXP power-up timing spec |
| CLKIN, REFCLK | Clock inputs | Differential 100 MHz system clock input and SerDes reference clock inputs - require matched trace lengths and AC coupling per layout guidelines |
| MDIO, MDC | PHY management interface | IEEE 802.3-compliant MDIO bus for configuring up to 8 integrated Ethernet PHYs or external PHYs |
| SRIO_RX/TX[0:7] | Serial RapidIO physical layer | Eight differential pairs supporting 5 GHz SRIO 2.1 Type 9 streaming and Type 11 messaging - used for chip-to-chip interconnect in multi-processor systems |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| AltiVec SIMD Engine per Core | Enables native vectorized media and packet inspection algorithms without external DSP, reducing BOM cost and power |
| DPAA Hardware Accelerators | Offloads crypto (SEC), compression (DCE), and deep packet inspection (PME) from CPU - preserves core cycles for control plane logic |
| CoreNet Coherent Fabric | Provides cache-coherent, prioritized, bandwidth-allocated interconnect between CPU, accelerators, and memory - eliminates software-managed cache coherency overhead |
| Hardware Virtualization Enforcement | Enables secure, deterministic partitioning of control and data plane workloads across VMs using hypervisor-mode execution and IOMMU-protected DMA |
| QorIQ Trust Architecture | Integrates tamper detection, secure debug disable, and volatile key storage - meets Level 3 physical security requirements for carrier-grade equipment |
Applications
| Enterprise Switch Control Plane | Mobile Backhaul Control Card |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Modular Layer 3 Ethernet switch managing routing tables, ACLs, and QoS policies across 48× 1G/4× 10G ports. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Integrated control-and-data-plane processor executing Linux-based switching stack while accelerating packet classification and crypto for IPsec tunnels. Use Value: 2 MB L2 cache and DPAA FMAN/QMAN enable sub-100 µs packet decision latency; 16-lane SerDes supports full 4× 10G MAC + 2× SATA + PCIe Gen3 on single die. | Use Scenario: LTE eNodeB control card handling S1/X2 interface signaling, OAM, and radio resource management alongside fronthaul timing sync. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Real-time control processor running RTOS or PREEMPT_RT Linux, synchronizing with IEEE 1588 PTP via integrated Ethernet MAC timestamping. Use Value: e6500's 7-stage pipeline and hardware virtualization isolate timing-critical PTP stack from best-effort control traffic; 1.8 GHz frequency ensures <50 ms handover latency. |
| UTM Appliance Services Card | Ruggedized Military Router |
Use Scenario: Unified Threat Management blade performing concurrent firewall, IPS, SSL decryption, and application control at 2 Gb/s throughput. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Data path accelerator host - DPAA SEC handles AES-GCM at 10 Gb/s, DCE decompresses HTTP payloads, PME scans for malware signatures. Use Value: Offloaded crypto/compression frees all 8 virtual cores for deep packet inspection and policy enforcement; 64-bit DDR3 controller sustains >12 GB/s memory bandwidth for session tables. | Use Scenario: Conformal-coated, extended-temperature router deployed in airborne avionics networks requiring DO-254/DO-178C compliance. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Trusted computing root - secure boot validates signed firmware images; tamper detection disables debug interfaces upon enclosure breach. Use Value: QorIQ Trust Architecture provides certified physical security primitives; ECC DDR and lockstep peripherals meet ASIL-D functional safety requirements. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar communications processor applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| T2081NSE8MQLB | 780-pin, 23×23 mm package; 8 SerDes lanes (vs. 16); no SATA, SRIO, or Aurora; 1× PCIe Gen3 + 3× Gen2 (vs. 2× Gen3 + 2× Gen2) | Targeted at space-constrained designs where T1042 board reuse is required; lacks chip-to-chip interconnect and storage interfaces | Select T2081NSE8MQLB only when footprint reduction and T1042 pin compatibility outweigh need for dual SATA, SRIO, or full SerDes bandwidth |
| T4240NXE8MMNB | 12 dual-threaded e6500 cores; 24 MB L3 cache; 24 SerDes lanes; 4× PCIe Gen3; supports DDR4; higher TDP (≈35 W vs. ≈15 W) | Flagship control-and-data-plane processor for core routers and high-end firewalls requiring >40 Gb/s aggregate throughput | Choose T4240NXE8MMNB when application demands >2× CPU performance, larger cache for deep flow tables, or DDR4 memory scalability beyond DDR3L limits |
Compared with T2080NSE8MQLB, T2081NSE8MQLB offers identical core architecture but reduced I/O and package size for cost-sensitive, space-constrained upgrades from T1042, while T4240NXE8MMNB delivers significantly higher throughput and memory bandwidth at increased power and complexity - making T2080NSE8MQLB the optimal balance for mid-range 10G-capable networking equipment.
Availability
T2080NSE8MQLB is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for enterprise switching, mobile backhaul infrastructure, and ruggedized military networking applications requiring stable component supply, long-term lifecycle support, and traceable sourcing.
Supply support for T2080NSE8MQLB 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 headquartered in Eindhoven, Netherlands, specializing in secure connectivity solutions for automotive, industrial, and communications markets.
The T2080NSE8MQLB belongs to NXP's QorIQ T-Series communications processors, designed specifically to deliver scalable, virtualization-ready control-and-data-plane processing for mid-range networking equipment with strict power and cost constraints.
FAQ
What is the maximum DDR3/3L memory speed supported by the T2080NSE8MQLB?
The T2080NSE8MQLB supports DDR3/3L SDRAM up to 2133 MT/s with a 64-bit bus width and 72-bit ECC. This enables sustained memory bandwidth exceeding 12 GB/s, critical for maintaining packet buffer pools and routing table lookups in high-throughput control plane applications. The memory controller is fully integrated into the SoC and requires precise PCB layout and termination per NXP's T2080 Hardware Design Guide.
Does the T2080NSE8MQLB include hardware cryptographic acceleration?
Yes, the T2080NSE8MQLB integrates the Security Engine (SEC) accelerator capable of 10 Gb/s symmetric crypto (AES-GCM, SHA-2, RSA) and supports secure boot with hash verification. It also includes tamper detection circuitry and volatile key storage as part of the QorIQ Trust Architecture - features confirmed in the T2080FS Rev 2 datasheet and validated in NXP's Linux SDK security framework.
Is the T2080NSE8MQLB pin-compatible with any other NXP processors?
No, the T2080NSE8MQLB is not pin-compatible with other NXP processors. It uses a unique 896-ball FC-BGA package (25 × 25 mm, 0.8 mm pitch). The T2081 variant is pin-compatible with the T1042, but the T2080NSE8MQLB has no pin-compatible alternatives - its I/O mapping, power ball allocation, and SerDes lane assignment are specific to this device.
What virtualization software is supported on the T2080NSE8MQLB?
The T2080NSE8MQLB supports Kernel-based Virtual Machine (KVM), Linux containers, and the NXP hypervisor - all leveraging its hardware-assisted virtualization features including hypervisor privilege level, PAMU v2 I/O MMU, vMPIC, and DPAA accelerator virtualization. NXP's Linux SDK includes pre-integrated KVM patches and device tree bindings for DPAA resource partitioning across VMs.
Can the T2080NSE8MQLB support both 10G and 1G Ethernet simultaneously?
Yes, the T2080NSE8MQLB supports up to four 10 Gb/s MACs (via XFI/XAUI/HiGig) and up to eight 1 Gb/s MACs (via SGMII), all multiplexed over its 16-lane SerDes. These can operate concurrently - for example, two 10G uplinks and six 1G access ports - with QoS and traffic shaping enforced by the integrated Frame Manager and Queue Manager within the DPAA subsystem.
T2080NSE8MQLB Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Package/Case:
- 896-BFBGA, FCBGA
- Series:
- QorIQ T2
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Active
- Core Processor:
- PowerPC e6500
- Number of Cores/Bus Width:
- 4 Core, 64-Bit
- Speed:
- 1.2GHz
- Co-Processors/DSP:
- -
- RAM Controllers:
- DDR3, DDR3L
- Graphics Acceleration:
- -
- Display & Interface Controllers:
- -
- Ethernet:
- 1Gbps (8), 2.5Gbps (4), 10Gbps (4)
- SATA:
- SATA 3Gbps (2)
- USB:
- USB 2.0 + PHY (2)
- Voltage - I/O:
- -
- Operating Temperature:
- 0°C ~ 105°C (TA)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Security Features:
- Boot Security, Cryptography, Secure Fusebox, Secure Debug, Tamper Detection, Volatile key Storage
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 896-FCPBGA (25x25)
- Additional Interfaces:
- -
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