NXP Semiconductors T2080NXN8MQLB

Overview

T2080NXN8MQLB 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 supports up to four 10 Gb/s Ethernet MACs with XFI/XAUI/HiGig, DDR3/3L memory up to 2133 MT/s, and hardware-assisted virtualization - deployed in enterprise switches, service provider routers, and wireless infrastructure control planes.

For engineers reviewing the T2080NXN8MQLB datasheet, T2080NXN8MQLB pinout, T2080NXN8MQLB application, or T2080NXN8MQLB equivalent, key selection criteria include SerDes lane count (16× up to 10 GHz), PCIe Gen3/Gen2 configuration (2× Gen3 + 2× Gen2), SRIO 2.1 support, dual SATA 2.0 controllers, and T2080-specific security features including tamper detection and secure boot.

Technical Context

The T2080NXN8MQLB implements a coherent CoreNet interconnect fabric enabling prioritized, bandwidth-allocated transactions between four e6500 cores, DPAA accelerators (FMAN/QMAN/BMAN/SEC/DCE/PME), and I/O peripherals. Its hierarchical memory subsystem includes a 512 KB platform cache with prefetch engine, 64-bit DDR3/3L controller with ECC, and PAMU v2 for I/O virtualization with DMA memory protection.

DPAA offloads packet parsing, classification, queue management (224 queues), buffer allocation (64 pools), cryptography (10 Gb/s SEC), and pattern matching (10 Gb/s PME). The processor supports hybrid 32/64-bit mode, hypervisor privilege level, vMPIC/vDMA, and SR-IOV - enabling safe co-location of control and data plane workloads under KVM or NXP hypervisor.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

Package: 25 mm × 25 mm, 896-pin FC-BGA, 0.8 mm pitch, RoHS-compliant, lead-free.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Compared with T2081NXN8MQLB, T2080NXN8MQLB provides full SerDes, SRIO, and SATA capability essential for converged infrastructure; versus LX2160A, it retains Power Architecture compatibility, AltiVec acceleration, and mature telecom software stack - critical for legacy system upgrades.

Availability

T2080NXN8MQLB 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.

Supply support for T2080NXN8MQLB 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, and communications markets, with leadership in Power Architecture® and QorIQ processor families.

The T2080NXN8MQLB belongs to NXP's QorIQ T Series communications processors, designed specifically for mid-range control plane and mixed control/data plane applications in carrier-grade networking equipment.

FAQ

What is the maximum DDR3/3L speed supported by T2080NXN8MQLB?

T2080NXN8MQLB supports DDR3/3L memory up to 2133 MT/s with a 64-bit bus width and 72-bit ECC. This enables high-bandwidth, error-corrected memory access required for concurrent control-plane and data-plane workloads in carrier-class systems. The memory controller is fully integrated into the SoC and validated for industrial temperature ranges. T2080NXN8MQLB's timing margins and calibration logic ensure reliable operation at rated speed across voltage and temperature variations.

Does T2080NXN8MQLB support hardware virtualization for network function virtualization (NFV)?

Yes, T2080NXN8MQLB supports comprehensive hardware virtualization including hypervisor privilege level, vMPIC, vDMA, PAMU v2 for I/O MMU, and DPAA-level virtualization of Ethernet MACs and accelerators. These features enable KVM-based NFV deployments with strict isolation, low-latency I/O, and direct device assignment - validated with NXP Linux SDK and VortiQa open network switch software. T2080NXN8MQLB's virtualization stack is production-deployed in telco edge routers and secure gateways.

What high-speed serial interfaces are available on T2080NXN8MQLB?

T2080NXN8MQLB integrates 16 SerDes lanes operating up to 10 GHz, configurable as 4× 10GbE (XFI/XAUI/HiGig), 2× PCIe Gen3, 2× PCIe Gen2, 2× SATA 2.0, and 2× Serial RapidIO 2.1. It also includes 4× 1GbE SGMII, 2× RGMII, and 2× USB 2.0 with PHY. All high-speed interfaces meet IEEE 802.3 and PCI-SIG specifications, with on-die termination and programmable equalization for PCB trace loss compensation.

Is T2080NXN8MQLB pin-compatible with any other QorIQ processors?

No, T2080NXN8MQLB is not pin-compatible with other QorIQ processors. It uses a unique 896-pin FC-BGA package (25 mm × 25 mm, 0.8 mm pitch). The T2081 variant shares functional compatibility but uses a smaller 780-pin package and is pin-compatible only with the T1042 - not with T2080NXN8MQLB. Migration from P3041/P2041 requires board redesign due to differing pinout, power delivery, and SerDes routing requirements.

What security features are implemented in T2080NXN8MQLB that differentiate it from T2081?

T2080NXN8MQLB includes tamper detection circuitry, secure debug authentication, and enhanced secure boot with fuse-based key revocation - features absent in T2081. These capabilities are enabled by dedicated Security Monitor and Fuse Processor blocks, supporting Common Criteria EAL4+ and DO-254 compliance. T2080NXN8MQLB's trust architecture provides hardware-enforced isolation for secure firmware updates and runtime attestation, making it suitable for defense and critical infrastructure applications where T2081NXN8MQLB is not certified.