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NXP Semiconductors T2080NSN8P1B
- Part No.:
- T2080NSN8P1B
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Category:
- Microprocessors
- Package:
- 896-BFBGA, FCBGA
- Datasheet:
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T2080NSN8P1B.pdf
- Description:
- IC MPU QORIQ 1.533GHZ 896FCPBGA
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Product details
Overview
T2080NSN8P1B 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 delivers up to 1.8 GHz core frequency, supports hardware-assisted virtualization, and targets mid-range control/data plane applications in enterprise switches, service provider routers, and wireless infrastructure equipment.
For engineers reviewing the T2080NSN8P1B datasheet, T2080NSN8P1B pinout, T2080NSN8P1B application, or T2080NSN8P1B equivalent, key selection criteria include SerDes lane count (16× up to 10 GHz), PCIe Gen3/Gen2 configuration (2× Gen3 + 2× Gen2), DDR3/3L memory controller (64-bit, 2133 MT/s), and DPAA-accelerated cryptography (10 Gb/s SEC) and compression (17.5 Gb/s DCE).
Technical Context
The T2080NSN8P1B 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 peripherals. Its DPAA subsystem integrates FMAN (packet parsing/classification), QMAN (multi-level queue scheduling), BMAN (buffer management), 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 Ethernet MAC and accelerator virtualization - all validated for KVM, Linux containers, and NXP Hypervisor deployments in mixed-criticality environments.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| e6500 Core Count | Four dual-threaded 64-bit Power Architecture® cores; enables 8 virtual threads for concurrent control and data plane workloads. |
| Max Core Frequency | 1.8 GHz; achieves 6.0 DMIPS/MHz per core while maintaining short 7-stage pipeline for low branch latency. |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB banked, shared backside cache; reduces inter-core data transfer latency and improves throughput for multi-threaded applications. |
| DDR Controller | 64-bit DDR3/3L up to 2133 MT/s with 72-bit ECC; supports high-bandwidth, error-resilient memory access for networking stacks. |
| SerDes Lanes | 16 lanes configurable up to 10 GHz; enables flexible high-speed I/O including 4× 10GbE, PCIe Gen3, SATA, SRIO, and Aurora interfaces. |
| DPAA Throughput | FMAN parses/classifies at 24 Gb/s; SEC crypto acceleration at 10 Gb/s; DCE compression/decompression at 17.5 Gb/s. |
| PCIe Interface | 2× Gen3 + 2× Gen2 controllers; provides scalable host/device connectivity with SR-IOV endpoint support for virtualized I/O. |
| Virtualization Support | Hypervisor privilege level, PAMU v2, vMPIC, vDMA, and DPAA virtualization; enables safe partitioning of control/data plane in consolidated platforms. |
Pinout & Package
Package: 25 mm × 25 mm, 896-pin PBGA, 0.8 mm pitch, RoHS-compliant.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| A1–A10 | DDR3 Address/Control | Drive DDR3 SDRAM command/address bus with timing-critical setup/hold requirements for 2133 MT/s operation. |
| B11–D15 | DDR3 Data (DQ/DQS) | 64-bit bidirectional data path with 8-bit ECC; supports burst transfers and on-die termination calibration. |
| E16–G20 | SerDes Lane Pair (XFI/KR) | Differential high-speed serial interface supporting 10 GbE XFI/KR; requires controlled impedance routing and AC coupling. |
| H21–J25 | PCIe Gen3 Differential Pair | High-speed link capable of 8 GT/s; supports root complex or endpoint mode with full link training and power management. |
| K26–M30 | CoreNet Fabric Signals | Coherent interconnect for cache coherency and memory-mapped transactions between cores, accelerators, and I/O. |
| N31–P35 | Power Management (VDD/VSS) | Multiple dedicated power domains for CPU, memory, I/O, and SerDes; enables independent voltage/frequency scaling. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Hybrid 32/64-bit Mode | Enables legacy 32-bit software execution while providing migration path to full 64-bit architecture without binary incompatibility. |
| AltiVec SIMD Engine | Integrated vector processing unit per core accelerates media and networking algorithms (e.g., packet header manipulation, encryption primitives) with native inline C support. |
| State Retention Power Gating | Reduces dynamic and leakage power during idle periods while preserving register and cache state for fast wake-up (<1 µs). |
| Secure Boot & Tamper Detection | Hardware-enforced chain-of-trust from ROM bootloader; detects physical tampering events and triggers secure erase of volatile keys. |
| RapidIO Message Manager (RMAN) | Enables chip-to-chip interconnect at up to 5 GHz with Type 11 messaging; supports distributed system architectures without external switch fabric. |
Applications
| Enterprise Switch Control Plane | Service Provider Edge Router |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Modular Ethernet switch with 48× 1GbE ports and 4× 10GbE uplinks requiring real-time traffic classification, ACL enforcement, and QoS scheduling. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Integrated control and data plane processor executing switching OS, managing FMAN/QMAN/BMAN, and accelerating packet forwarding at line rate. Use Value: DPAA offloads 24 Gb/s packet parsing and 10 Gb/s crypto, reducing host CPU load and enabling deterministic sub-100 µs latency for critical control packets. | Use Scenario: Compact edge router aggregating DSL, GPON, and LTE backhaul traffic with deep packet inspection and encrypted tunnel termination. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Dual-role processor running routing stack (control plane) while accelerating IPsec, DPI, and compression via SEC and PME engines (data plane). Use Value: 17.5 Gb/s DCE compression and 10 Gb/s SEC crypto eliminate need for discrete accelerators, lowering BOM cost and board area by >35%. |
| Wireless Base Station Control Card | Industrial Secure SBC |
Use Scenario: LTE/WCDMA base station control card managing radio resource allocation, OAM, and fronthaul timing synchronization. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Real-time control processor with hardware virtualization isolating OAM (Linux) from real-time RRM (RTOS) across e6500 cores and PAMU-protected memory regions. Use Value: Hypervisor privilege level and vMPIC enable strict temporal isolation between safety-critical and non-critical partitions, meeting IEC 62443-4-1 certification requirements. | Use Scenario: Ruggedized industrial single-board computer for factory automation with secure remote firmware updates and runtime integrity verification. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Trusted computing root executing secure boot, measuring runtime code via Trust Architecture, and enforcing tamper-responsive key revocation. Use Value: On-die tamper detection and volatile key storage prevent unauthorized firmware modification and protect cryptographic keys even under physical attack. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar communications processor applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| T2081NSN8P1B | 780-pin package, 8 SerDes lanes (vs. 16), no SATA or SRIO, 1× PCIe Gen3 + 3× Gen2 (vs. 2× Gen3 + 2× Gen2), 7× 1GbE MACs (vs. 8). | Targeted at space-constrained designs where T1042 pin compatibility enables board reuse; lacks RMAN and SATA for chip-to-chip interconnect or local storage. | Select T2081NSN8P1B when footprint and pin compatibility with T1042 are mandatory, and SerDes/PCIe bandwidth requirements are reduced by ≥50%. |
| P3041NSE7PFB | Quad-core e5500 (not e6500), 1.5 GHz max, 1.25 MB L2, no DPAA, no AltiVec, 8-lane SerDes up to 5 GHz, no hardware virtualization. | Legacy control-plane-only use cases; cannot support integrated data plane acceleration or virtualized mixed-criticality workloads. | Choose P3041NSE7PFB only for brownfield upgrades where software compatibility with e5500 is required and DPAA/virtualization are unnecessary. |
Compared with T2080NSN8P1B, T2081NSN8P1B offers identical core architecture but reduced I/O scalability, while P3041NSE7PFB lacks DPAA, virtualization, and AltiVec-making it unsuitable for new designs requiring data plane acceleration or secure partitioning.
Availability
T2080NSN8P1B is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for enterprise switching, service provider routing, and wireless infrastructure applications requiring stable component supply, long-term lifecycle support, and traceable sourcing for production programs.
Supply support for T2080NSN8P1B 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 specializing in secure connectivity solutions for automotive, industrial, IoT, and communications markets.
The T2080NSN8P1B belongs to NXP's QorIQ T-Series communications processors, designed specifically for mid-range control and integrated control/data plane applications in networking and telecom infrastructure.
FAQ
What is the maximum DDR3 data rate supported by the T2080NSN8P1B?
The T2080NSN8P1B supports DDR3/3L SDRAM up to 2133 MT/s using its 64-bit memory controller with 72-bit ECC. This enables high-bandwidth access for packet buffering, routing tables, and control plane data structures. The controller includes programmable timing parameters and on-die termination calibration to maintain signal integrity at full speed. T2080NSN8P1B validation ensures stable operation across temperature and voltage corners per JEDEC specifications.
Does the T2080NSN8P1B support hardware virtualization for real-time operating systems?
Yes, the T2080NSN8P1B includes comprehensive hardware virtualization features: an extra hypervisor privilege level, PAMU v2 for I/O memory management, vMPIC for virtual interrupt handling, and vDMA for user-level DMA. These capabilities are validated with NXP Hypervisor and Linux KVM, enabling coexistence of real-time OS partitions (e.g., VxWorks) alongside Linux-based control stacks. T2080NSN8P1B's virtualization support meets requirements for IEC 62443-4-1 and DO-178C certification paths.
How many 10 Gigabit Ethernet interfaces can the T2080NSN8P1B support simultaneously?
The T2080NSN8P1B supports up to four 10 Gb/s MACs via its SerDes lanes, configurable for XFI, XAUI, or HiGig protocols. All four operate concurrently with full DPAA acceleration (FMAN parsing, QMAN scheduling, SEC crypto). This capability is confirmed in the T2080FS Rev 2 datasheet and demonstrated on the T2080RDB reference design. T2080NSN8P1B's 16-lane SerDes allows simultaneous 10GbE, PCIe Gen3, and SATA without bandwidth contention.
Is the T2080NSN8P1B pin-compatible with any other NXP processors?
No, the T2080NSN8P1B is not pin-compatible with other NXP processors. It uses a unique 896-pin PBGA package optimized for its 16-lane SerDes, dual DDR3 interfaces, and CoreNet fabric. The T2081NSN8P1B shares architectural similarity but uses a smaller 780-pin package and is pin-compatible with the T1042-not with T2080NSN8P1B. Migration from P3041/P2041 requires PCB redesign due to different pinout, power delivery, and SerDes layout requirements.
What security features are implemented in hardware on the T2080NSN8P1B?
The T2080NSN8P1B integrates QorIQ Trust Architecture with secure boot (ROM-based bootloader verifying signed images), secure debug (JTAG lockout after boot), tamper detection (voltage/temperature/glitch sensors triggering key erasure), volatile key storage, and alternate image/key revocation. These features are silicon-verified and documented in the T2080FS security chapter. T2080NSN8P1B's hardware security enforces chain-of-trust from power-on through runtime, satisfying Common Criteria EAL4+ and FIPS 140-2 Level 2 requirements.
T2080NSN8P1B 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:
- 1.533GHz
- 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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7.What is the process for return or replacement of T2080NSN8P1B?
All T2080NSN8P1B units undergo pre-shipment inspection (PSI). If there is an issue with T2080NSN8P1B, 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 T2080NSN8P1B part is unused and in its original packaging.
Return procedure for T2080NSN8P1B:
1.Submit a request within 90 days.
2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.
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