NXP Semiconductors T4080NSE7QTB

Overview

T4080NSE7QTB from NXP Semiconductors is a multicore communications processor based on Power Architecture e6500 dual-threaded cores, delivering 4 physical and 8 virtual cores at up to 1.8 GHz, 2 MB L2 cache per cluster, dual DDR3L memory controllers supporting 1866 MT/s, and integrated Data Path Acceleration Architecture (DPAA) for networking offload. It targets control-and-data-plane convergence in carrier-grade routers and NFV infrastructure.

For engineers reviewing the T4080NSE7QTB datasheet, T4080NSE7QTB pinout, T4080NSE7QTB application, or T4080NSE7QTB equivalent, key selection criteria include its 24 SerDes lanes, dual 10 GbE MACs, PCIe 3.0 support with SR-IOV, hardware virtualization extensions, and SEC 5.0 cryptographic acceleration - all within a pin-compatible 23x23 mm FC-BGA package shared across the T4 family.

Technical Context

The T4080NSE7QTB implements two clusters of four e6500 cores (4 physical / 8 virtual), each cluster sharing 2 MB L2 cache and supporting AltiVec SIMD, hypervisor privilege level, and state-retention power gating. Its CoreNet coherency fabric delivers 1.6 Tb/s coherent read bandwidth and supports hierarchical QoS-aware scheduling via QMAN.

Networking is accelerated by dual Frame Managers (FMAN v1.1) supporting up to 13 × 1 GbE and 2 × 10 GbE MACs, plus DPAA hardware blocks including SEC 5.0 (40 Gbit/s crypto), PME 2.0 (10 Gbit/s RegEx), and DCE 1.0 (20 Gbit/s compression). Memory subsystem includes dual 64-bit DDR3L controllers with ECC and interleaving.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

T4080NSE7QTB is housed in a 780-pin, 23 mm × 23 mm, 1.0 mm pitch Fine-Pitch Ball Grid Array (FC-BGA) package with thermal lid and standard JEDEC MO-270AB mechanical outline. Pin assignment follows NXP's T4 family pin-compatible layout, enabling migration between T4080/T4160/T4240 without PCB redesign.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Compared with LS1046A and T4240, the T4080NSE7QTB delivers optimal balance of DPAA-accelerated networking, Power Architecture compatibility, and thermal/power constraints for mid-tier carrier and enterprise infrastructure - offering full T4 family software and toolchain continuity without over-provisioning.

Availability

T4080NSE7QTB is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for carrier-grade edge routers, NFV platforms, industrial SD-WAN appliances, and ruggedized defense communications hubs requiring stable component supply across multi-year production cycles.

Supply support for T4080NSE7QTB 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 T4080NSE7QTB belongs to NXP's QorIQ T series of multicore communications processors, designed specifically for high-performance, power-efficient control-and-data-plane convergence in service provider networking, enterprise infrastructure, and defense systems.

FAQ

What is the maximum operating frequency of the T4080NSE7QTB?

The T4080NSE7QTB operates at up to 1.8 GHz per e6500 core, with dual-threaded execution sustaining consistent throughput across both virtual threads. This frequency is validated under industrial temperature range (–40°C to +105°C) with appropriate thermal management and 1.0 V core supply. The T4080NSE7QTB achieves 7 DMIPS/MHz per core, delivering ~12.6 DMIPS/core at maximum frequency.

Does the T4080NSE7QTB support DDR4 memory?

No, the T4080NSE7QTB supports DDR3 and DDR3L memory only, with dual 64-bit controllers rated up to 1866 MT/s. It does not include DDR4 PHY or controller logic. DDR3L support enables 1.35 V operation for reduced power consumption, and ECC with interleaving is implemented for reliability in telecom and defense applications. DDR4 compatibility is not present in the T4080NSE7QTB datasheet or reference designs.

Is the T4080NSE7QTB pin-compatible with other QorIQ T4 family processors?

Yes, the T4080NSE7QTB shares the same 780-pin FC-BGA package and pinout as the T4160 and T4240 processors, enabling drop-in replacement within the same footprint. This allows scalable design reuse: a board designed for T4080NSE7QTB can be upgraded to T4160 or T4240 by changing only the BOM and firmware, with no PCB revision required. All T4 family devices use identical power, clock, and interface pin assignments.

What virtualization technologies are supported by the T4080NSE7QTB?

The T4080NSE7QTB supports hardware-assisted virtualization including a dedicated hypervisor privilege level, PAMUv2 IOMMU for DMA memory protection, vMPIC for virtual interrupt handling, vDMA for user-level transfers, and DPAA accelerator virtualization. It runs KVM, Linux containers, and commercial hypervisors from Enea, Green Hills, Mentor Graphics, and Wind River - all leveraging the e6500's logical-to-real address translation and virtual core awareness.

Which cryptographic algorithms does the SEC 5.0 engine in the T4080NSE7QTB accelerate?

The SEC 5.0 engine in the T4080NSE7QTB accelerates AES (128/192/256-bit), 3DES, Kasumi/F8, SHA-1/SHA-256, MD5, RSA (up to 4096-bit), and elliptic curve cryptography (ECC). Throughput reaches 40 Gbit/s for AES and 20 Gbit/s for Kasumi, enabling line-rate IPsec and SSL/TLS offload. All operations execute in hardened, isolated hardware with side-channel resistance and key protection via QorIQ Trust Architecture 2.0.