NXP Semiconductors T2080NXN8MQB

Overview

T2080NXN8MQB 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 up to 1.8 GHz operation. It integrates DPAA for packet parsing/classification (FMAN), queue management (QMAN), buffer management (BMAN), and hardware crypto acceleration (SEC) at up to 10 Gb/s. Designed for mid-range control-and-data-plane networking applications including enterprise switches and LTE base station control cards.

For engineers reviewing the T2080NXN8MQB datasheet, T2080NXN8MQB pinout, T2080NXN8MQB application, or T2080NXN8MQB equivalent, key selection criteria include SerDes lane count (16×10 GHz), PCIe Gen3/Gen2 configuration (2×Gen3 + 2×Gen2), DDR3/3L memory controller (64-bit, 2133 MT/s), and hardware virtualization support with hypervisor privilege level and PAMU v2 I/O MMU.

Technical Context

The T2080NXN8MQB implements a coherent CoreNet interconnect fabric with 512 KB platform cache and prefetch engine, enabling low-latency communication among four e6500 cores, accelerators, and peripherals. Its DPAA infrastructure includes FMAN (24 Gb/s packet parsing), QMAN (224-queue scheduling), and BMAN (64 buffer pools), all operating under hardware-enforced virtualization partitions.

It supports hybrid 32/64-bit execution mode, state-retention power gating, and advanced security features including secure boot and tamper detection. The device integrates two SATA 2.0 controllers, two USB 2.0 PHYs, SDXC/eMMC host controller, and dual 8-channel DMA engines - all managed via PAMU v2 for memory protection across guest environments.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

Package: 25 mm × 25 mm, 896-pin PBGA, 0.8 mm pitch, RoHS-compliant.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar communications processor applications.

Compared with T2080NXN8MQB, T2081NXN8MQB sacrifices SerDes bandwidth, storage, and interconnect to achieve smaller footprint and T1042 compatibility, while T4240NXN8MQB delivers significantly higher core count and I/O density at increased power and cost - making T2080NXN8MQB the optimal balance for mid-range networking with full DPAA and virtualization support.

Availability

T2080NXN8MQB is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for enterprise switching, mobile backhaul infrastructure, industrial SBCs, and defense-grade routers requiring stable component supply and long-term lifecycle support.

Supply support for T2080NXN8MQB 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 T2080NXN8MQB belongs to NXP's QorIQ T-Series communications processors, designed specifically for mid-range control-and-data-plane networking applications requiring hardware-accelerated packet processing, virtualization, and security in a power-efficient 28 nm implementation.

FAQ

What is the maximum DDR3/3L speed supported by the T2080NXN8MQB?

The T2080NXN8MQB supports DDR3/3L SDRAM at up to 2133 MT/s using its 64-bit memory controller with 72-bit width including ECC. This speed is achievable with appropriate PCB layout, termination, and memory module qualification per the T2080FS Rev 2 specification. The T2080NXN8MQB requires precise timing calibration during boot to maintain stability at rated speeds.

Does the T2080NXN8MQB support hardware virtualization for Linux KVM deployments?

Yes, the T2080NXN8MQB supports hardware-assisted virtualization required for Linux KVM, including hypervisor privilege level, logical-to-real address translation, vMPIC, vDMA, and PAMU v2 I/O MMU. NXP provides validated KVM support in its Linux SDK, and the T2080NXN8MQB's DPAA accelerators remain accessible to guest VMs through virtualized Ethernet MAC and queue manager interfaces.

How many 10 GbE interfaces can the T2080NXN8MQB support simultaneously?

The T2080NXN8MQB supports up to four 10 GbE MACs with XFI/KR, XAUI, or HiGig interfaces, enabled via its 16-lane SerDes. These can be configured concurrently with other high-speed interfaces such as PCIe Gen3 or SATA, subject to SerDes lane allocation constraints defined in the T2080FS Rev 2 multiplexing table. All four 10 GbE MACs operate independently with full DPAA acceleration.

Is tamper detection available on the T2080NXN8MQB?

Yes, tamper detection is a confirmed feature of the T2080NXN8MQB, part of its QorIQ Trust Architecture. It includes physical tamper sensors that trigger secure erase of volatile keys and initiate system lockdown upon detection of environmental anomalies such as voltage, temperature, or frequency deviations - documented in the T2080FS Rev 2 security chapter.

What development board is officially supported for the T2080NXN8MQB?

The T2080RDB (T2080 Reference Design Board) is the official NXP evaluation platform for the T2080NXN8MQB. It includes DDR3 memory, Gigabit Ethernet, PCIe slots, SATA ports, USB, and JTAG debugging - fully compatible with NXP's Linux SDK, CodeWarrior Development Studio, and VortiQa networking software stack.