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NXP Semiconductors T2080NXE8P1B
- Part No.:
- T2080NXE8P1B
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Category:
- Microprocessors
- Package:
- 896-BFBGA, FCBGA
- Datasheet:
-
T2080NXE8P1B.pdf
- Description:
- IC MPU QORIQ 1.533GHZ 896FCPBGA
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Product details
Overview
T2080NXE8P1B from NXP is a 28 nm QorIQ communications processor featuring four dual-threaded 64-bit e6500 Power Architecture® cores running at up to 1.8 GHz, 2 MB shared L2 cache, 64-bit DDR3/3L memory controller (2133 MT/s), and integrated Data Path Acceleration Architecture (DPAA) with FMAN/QMAN/BMAN/SEC/DCE accelerators. It serves as a control and integrated control/data plane processor in enterprise switches and secure routers.
For engineers reviewing the T2080NXE8P1B datasheet, T2080NXE8P1B pinout, T2080NXE8P1B application, or T2080NXE8P1B equivalent, key selection criteria include SerDes lane count (16 @ up to 10 GHz), PCIe Gen3/Gen2 configuration (2× Gen3 + 2× Gen2), Ethernet MAC flexibility (up to four 10 Gb/s + eight 1 Gb/s), hardware virtualization support, and 25 × 25 mm 896-pin PBGA package compatibility.
Technical Context
The T2080NXE8P1B 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 subsystems. Its DPAA infrastructure offloads packet parsing, classification, queue management, buffer allocation, cryptography (SEC), and compression/decompression (DCE) from CPU threads.
Hardware-assisted virtualization includes hypervisor privilege level, PAMU v2 I/O MMU with paging, vMPIC, vDMA, and SR-IOV support-enabling safe partitioning of control and data plane workloads. The device supports hybrid 32/64-bit execution mode and advanced power gating for dynamic state retention.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| e6500 Core Count | Four dual-threaded 64-bit cores; delivers 8 virtual threads for concurrent control and data plane task scheduling. |
| Max Clock Frequency | 1.8 GHz; enables high-throughput packet processing while maintaining seven-stage pipeline for low branch latency. |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB banked, shared; reduces memory bandwidth pressure and improves code/data coherency across all cores. |
| DDR Controller | 64-bit DDR3/3L up to 2133 MT/s with 72-bit ECC; supports error-resilient system memory for telecom-grade reliability. |
| SerDes Lanes | 16 lanes configurable up to 10 GHz; enables flexible high-speed connectivity to 10G/25G Ethernet PHYs, PCIe Gen3, SATA, SRIO, and Aurora interfaces. |
| PCIe Interface | 2× Gen3 + 2× Gen2 controllers; provides scalable host/device connectivity for add-in cards, storage, and acceleration modules. |
| DPAA Accelerators | FMAN/QMAN/BMAN/SEC/DCE/PME; offloads packet I/O, crypto (10 Gb/s), compression (17.5 Gb/s), and pattern matching from CPU. |
Pinout & Package
Package: 25 mm × 25 mm, 896-pin PBGA, 0.8 mm pitch, RoHS-compliant, thermal lid-equipped.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| VDD_DDR | DDR3/3L I/O and core supply | Dedicated 1.35 V rail for memory interface stability under burst traffic loads. |
| CLKIN | Differential reference clock input | Accepts 100 MHz differential clock for SerDes PLL lock and system timing synchronization. |
| RESET_REQ_B | Asynchronous active-low reset request | Initiates full chip reset sequence including cache flush, register initialization, and boot ROM entry. |
| SD_DATA[0:3] | eMMC/SDXC data bus | 4-bit bidirectional data path supporting UHS-I mode for embedded flash boot and firmware updates. |
| PCIE_RX[0:7]/TX[0:7] | PCIe Gen3 differential pairs | Eight dedicated high-speed serial lanes (four RX/TX pairs per controller) for low-latency peripheral attachment. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Hardware Virtualization | Hypervisor privilege level + PAMU v2 I/O MMU enables secure guest OS isolation and DMA protection in multi-tenant network appliances. |
| DPAA Packet Offload | FMAN parses/classifies packets at line rate; QMAN maintains strict ordering across 224 queues for deterministic forwarding behavior. |
| Crypto Acceleration (SEC) | 10 Gb/s throughput for AES-128/256, SHA-1/256, RSA-2048, enabling encrypted control plane signaling without CPU overhead. |
| CoreNet Coherent Fabric | Low-latency interconnect with bandwidth allocation ensures predictable latency for real-time debug, trace, and cross-trigger operations. |
| Hybrid Execution Mode | Native 32-bit legacy software compatibility alongside 64-bit address space expansion for future-proof memory scalability. |
Applications
| Enterprise Switch Control Plane | Secure Service Provider Router |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Modular Layer 3 Ethernet switch managing routing protocols, ACLs, and QoS policies across 48+ ports. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Integrated control and data plane processor executing Linux-based switching stack while accelerating packet forwarding via DPAA. Use Value: Eliminates need for separate control CPU and network processor, reducing BOM cost and board area by consolidating functions into single T2080NXE8P1B die. | Use Scenario: Edge router performing deep packet inspection, IPsec encryption, and traffic shaping for broadband aggregation. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Dual-role processor handling control plane (BGP/OSPF) and encrypted data plane (IPsec ESP tunneling) simultaneously. Use Value: SEC accelerator delivers 10 Gb/s crypto throughput, enabling full-line-rate encrypted traffic without performance penalty on control plane responsiveness. |
| Wireless Base Station Control Card | Industrial Secure SBC |
Use Scenario: LTE eNodeB control card managing radio resource allocation, X2/S1 interface signaling, and OAM functions. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Real-time control processor with deterministic interrupt latency (<1 µs) and hardware time-stamping for sync-over-Ethernet (IEEE 1588). Use Value: e6500's short pipeline and hypervisor support allow co-location of RTOS-based radio stack and Linux-based management VM on same T2080NXE8P1B. | Use Scenario: Ruggedized industrial single-board computer for factory automation requiring secure boot and tamper detection. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Trusted computing root with QorIQ Trust Architecture, including secure boot, volatile key storage, and tamper-detect pins. Use Value: Tamper detection circuitry triggers immediate key zeroization upon physical intrusion attempt-ensuring cryptographic keys never persist in compromised hardware. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar communications processor applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| T2081NXE8M1B | 780-pin PBGA, 8 SerDes lanes (vs. 16), no SATA or SRIO, 1× PCIe Gen3 + 3× Gen2 (vs. 2× Gen3 + 2× Gen2) | Targeted at space-constrained designs where T1042 pin compatibility is required and full T2080 I/O bandwidth is unnecessary | Select when board reuse with T1042 is mandatory and 10G Ethernet count ≤2; not drop-in compatible with T2080NXE8P1B due to pin count and SerDes reduction |
| T4240NXE10K1B | 12 dual-threaded e6500 cores, 24 MB L3 cache, 24 SerDes lanes, higher TDP (≈35 W vs. ≈15 W), larger 37 × 37 mm package | Flagship control plane for core routers and high-end security appliances requiring >2× T2080NXE8P1B throughput and redundancy | Choose for maximum performance headroom and future scalability; requires thermal redesign and PCB layer increase due to higher power and pin count |
Compared with T2080NXE8P1B, T2081NXE8M1B offers footprint and pin compatibility with legacy T1042 but sacrifices SerDes bandwidth and peripheral count, while T4240NXE10K1B delivers significantly higher core density and I/O at increased power, size, and cost-making T2080NXE8P1B the optimal mid-range balance for enterprise and edge networking.
Availability
T2080NXE8P1B is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for enterprise switching, secure service provider routing, and wireless infrastructure applications requiring stable component supply, long-term lifecycle assurance, and traceable sourcing.
Supply support for T2080NXE8P1B 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 networking markets.
The T2080NXE8P1B belongs to NXP's QorIQ T-Series communications processors, designed specifically for mid-range control and integrated control/data plane applications in enterprise and service provider networking equipment.
FAQ
What is the maximum DDR3/3L memory speed supported by the T2080NXE8P1B?
The T2080NXE8P1B supports DDR3/3L SDRAM up to 2133 MT/s with 72-bit width including ECC. This enables high-bandwidth, error-corrected system memory for telecom-grade reliability in control plane applications. The memory controller is fully integrated into the SoC and does not require external logic. T2080NXE8P1B achieves this speed using optimized timing parameters and on-die termination calibration.
Does the T2080NXE8P1B include hardware virtualization support?
Yes, the T2080NXE8P1B includes comprehensive hardware-assisted virtualization features: an extra hypervisor privilege level, PAMU v2 I/O MMU with paging, vMPIC, vDMA, and SR-IOV support. These capabilities enable secure, low-overhead partitioning of control and data plane workloads. T2080NXE8P1B is validated with KVM, Linux containers, and the NXP hypervisor for production deployment.
What Ethernet MAC configurations are available on the T2080NXE8P1B?
The T2080NXE8P1B supports up to four 10 Gb/s MACs (with XFI/KR, XAUI, HiGig) and up to eight 1 Gb/s MACs (with SGMII), plus two 2.5 Gb/s SGMII and two RGMII interfaces-all multiplexed over its SerDes lanes. This flexibility allows implementation of diverse port topologies in switches and routers. T2080NXE8P1B's FMAN handles MAC virtualization and QoS enforcement at line rate.
Is the T2080NXE8P1B pin-compatible with any other NXP processors?
No, the T2080NXE8P1B is not pin-compatible with other NXP processors. It uses a unique 896-pin PBGA package (25 × 25 mm, 0.8 mm pitch). While the T2081 variant is pin-compatible with the T1042, the T2080NXE8P1B has distinct pinout, power delivery, and thermal requirements. Migration from P3041/P2041 requires PCB redesign due to different package dimensions and I/O mapping.
What security features are implemented in the T2080NXE8P1B?
The T2080NXE8P1B integrates QorIQ Trust Architecture, including secure boot with hash verification, secure debug disable, tamper detection pins, volatile key storage, alternate image support, and key revocation. Its SEC accelerator performs AES, SHA, and RSA operations at up to 10 Gb/s. T2080NXE8P1B also supports hardware-enforced memory isolation via PAMU v2 and hypervisor-level access control for trusted execution environments.
T2080NXE8P1B 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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All T2080NXE8P1B units undergo pre-shipment inspection (PSI). If there is an issue with T2080NXE8P1B, 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 T2080NXE8P1B part is unused and in its original packaging.
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1.Submit a request within 90 days.
2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.
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