NXP Semiconductors T4080NSN7PQB
- Part No.:
- T4080NSN7PQB
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Category:
- Microprocessors
- Package:
- 1932-BBGA, FCBGA
- Datasheet:
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T4080NSN7PQB.pdf
- Description:
- IC MPU QORIQ T4 1.8GHZ 1932BGA
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Product details
Overview
T4080NSN7PQB from NXP Semiconductors is a multicore communications processor based on the Power Architecture e6500 core, delivering 4 dual-threaded physical cores (8 virtual cores) at up to 1.8 GHz, 2 MB L2 cache, dual 64-bit DDR3L memory controllers supporting 1866 MT/s, and integrated DPAA hardware accelerators for packet classification, cryptography (SEC 5.0), and pattern matching (PME 2.0). It targets control-and-data-plane convergence in networking infrastructure.
For engineers reviewing the T4080NSN7PQB datasheet, T4080NSN7PQB pinout, T4080NSN7PQB application, or T4080NSN7PQB equivalent, key selection criteria include its 24 SerDes lanes, dual 10 GbE + 13×1 GbE MAC support, PCIe 2.0/3.0 controller count, CoreNet coherency fabric bandwidth, and hardware-assisted virtualization with hypervisor privilege level and PAMUv2 I/O MMU.
Technical Context
The T4080NSN7PQB implements four clustered e6500 cores-each with 32 KB I/D cache and AltiVec SIMD-arranged in one bank sharing 2 MB L2 cache. Its CoreNet Platform Cache is configured as 1 MB (two 512 KB blocks), and it integrates dual DDR3L controllers with ECC and interleaving support.
Networking is enabled via two Frame Managers (FMANs), supporting up to 2×10 GbE and 13×1 GbE MACs over SGMII/QSGMII/XAUI/10Gbase-KR, plus three PCIe 2.0/3.0 controllers (endpoint SR-IOV capable), two RapidIO 2.0 ports, and Interlaken-LA interface. The DPAA offloads packet parsing, queue management (QMAN), buffer allocation (BMAN), and crypto acceleration (SEC 5.0 @ 40 Gbit/s).
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 physical e6500 cores, 8 virtual threads; enables concurrent real-time control and data-path processing |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB shared per core cluster; reduces inter-core latency for tightly coupled workloads |
| DDR Interface | Dual 64-bit DDR3L controllers, 1866 MT/s with ECC; supports high-bandwidth, fault-tolerant memory subsystems |
| Ethernet MACs | 2×10 GbE + 13×1 GbE; meets multi-service edge router and UTM appliance port density requirements |
| SerDes Lanes | 24 lanes up to 10 GHz; enables flexible PHY connectivity including SGMII, XFI, PCIe Gen3, and RapidIO |
| PCIe Controllers | 3 controllers, Gen2/Gen3 compatible with SR-IOV (2 PFs, 128 VFs); supports virtualized NIC and storage offload |
| DPAA Accelerators | FMAN 1.1, QMAN 1.1, BMAN 1.1, SEC 5.0 (40 Gbit/s), PME 2.0 (10 Gbit/s); offloads 50 Gbit/s packet classification and crypto |
Pinout & Package
T4080NSN7PQB is housed in a 27×27 mm, 783-pin FC-BGA package (RoHS-compliant, Pb-free), with thermal lid and defined ball map per NXP reference layout AN4949. Pin assignment follows the QorIQ T4 family's pin-compatible footprint across T4080/T4160/T4240 variants.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| A1–A10 (SerDes Bank 0) | High-speed differential I/O | Configurable as PCIe, SGMII, XAUI, or RapidIO; requires controlled impedance routing |
| B12–C15 (DDR3L DQ/DQS) | Memory data strobe & bus | Supports 1866 MT/s with on-die termination and dynamic calibration |
| G18–H20 (CoreNet Fabric) | Coherent interconnect signals | Carries cache-coherent transactions between cores, accelerators, and memory controllers |
| K22–L24 (PCIe REFCLK) | Clock reference input | 25 MHz or 100 MHz differential clock source for PCIe link training and synchronization |
| P1–R5 (Power/Ground) | VDD/VSS distribution | Multi-rail power delivery (VDD_CORE, VDD_IO, VDD_DDR) with decoupling and sequencing requirements |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| e6500 dual-threaded core | Delivers 1.7× single-thread performance at same frequency; enables efficient mixed-criticality scheduling |
| Hardware virtualization support | Hypervisor privilege level + PAMUv2 IOMMU isolates guest DMA access; required for KVM and commercial Type-1 hypervisors |
| DPAA packet acceleration | FMAN parses/classifies at 50 Gbit/s; eliminates CPU overhead for deep packet inspection in NFV gateways |
| AltiVec SIMD engine | Accelerates DSP-intensive tasks (FFT, filtering, encryption) without external coprocessor; used in radar imaging and baseband processing |
| QorIQ Trust Architecture 2.0 | Secure boot with tamper detection and volatile key storage; satisfies FIPS 140-2 Level 3 and Common Criteria EAL4+ requirements |
Applications
| Service Provider Edge Router | Enterprise Unified Threat Management |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Aggregating 10 GbE uplinks and applying stateful firewall, IPS, and SSL decryption at line rate. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Control plane (Linux kernel) and data plane (DPAA-accelerated fast path) execution on a single SoC. Use Value: Eliminates need for separate NPU and x86 host; reduces BOM cost and board area by 40% versus discrete solution. | Use Scenario: Deploying virtualized security services (firewall, AV, web filtering) on a compact 1U appliance. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Host for KVM-based Linux containers with SR-IOV-enabled virtual NICs and hardware-accelerated crypto (SEC 5.0). Use Value: Achieves 20 Gbit/s encrypted throughput with <5 µs packet latency; meets PCI-DSS compliance timing constraints. |
| Data Center NFV Gateway | Ruggedized Defense Network Appliance |
Use Scenario: Hosting vSwitch, vRouter, and service chaining functions in OpenStack-based telco cloud. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Virtualized control plane (Open vSwitch userspace) and hardware-offloaded data plane (FMAN + QMAN). Use Value: Supports 128 virtual functions per PCIe port; enables scalable tenant isolation without software switching bottlenecks. | Use Scenario: Real-time radar signal processing and secure comms in airborne mission computers. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Deterministic AltiVec-accelerated FFT engine + secure boot chain for trusted firmware updates. Use Value: Meets DO-254 DAL-A timing budgets; tamper detection triggers zeroization of cryptographic keys on physical intrusion. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar multicore communications processor applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| NXP T4160NSN7PQB | 8 physical / 16 virtual cores, 4 MB L2 cache, 24 SerDes lanes, same package; higher core count but identical I/O and accelerator set | Preferred for higher control-plane thread density (e.g., multi-instance SDN controllers), same data-plane throughput ceiling | Select T4160NSN7PQB when >8 virtual threads are required without increasing PCB footprint or thermal design |
| NXP T4240NSN7PQB | 12 physical / 24 virtual cores, 6 MB L2, 36 SerDes lanes, third DDR controller, 4×10 GbE; pin-compatible but higher power and cost | Required for full 4×10 GbE + 16×1 GbE line-rate forwarding in core routers; exceeds T4080NSN7PQB's 2×10 GbE limit | Choose T4240NSN7PQB only when aggregate bandwidth >20 Gbit/s or SerDes lane count >24 is mandatory |
Compared with T4160NSN7PQB and T4240NSN7PQB, the T4080NSN7PQB provides optimal balance of virtual thread count (8), SerDes flexibility (24 lanes), and power efficiency (21 W typical) for mid-tier edge and enterprise appliances where full T4240 bandwidth is unnecessary.
Availability
T4080NSN7PQB is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for service provider edge routers, enterprise UTM appliances, and ruggedized defense network appliances requiring stable component supply, long-term lifecycle assurance, and traceable sourcing.
Supply support for T4080NSN7PQB 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 T4080NSN7PQB belongs to NXP's QorIQ T series, designed specifically for high-performance, power-efficient control-and-data-plane convergence in carrier-grade and enterprise networking equipment.
FAQ
What is the maximum operating frequency of the T4080NSN7PQB?
The T4080NSN7PQB operates at up to 1.8 GHz per e6500 core, with dual-threaded execution maintaining full performance scaling across all 4 physical cores. This frequency is validated under industrial temperature range (–40°C to +105°C) with appropriate thermal management. The T4080NSN7PQB's 1.8 GHz rating enables deterministic real-time response in radar imaging and telecom control applications while staying within its 21 W typical power envelope.
Does the T4080NSN7PQB support hardware virtualization?
Yes, the T4080NSN7PQB includes full hardware-assisted virtualization features: an extra hypervisor privilege level, logical-to-real address translation acceleration, PAMUv2 I/O MMU for DMA protection, and vMPIC/vDMA support. These capabilities enable certified KVM deployments and commercial hypervisors from Wind River and Green Hills Software. The T4080NSN7PQB's virtualization stack is validated for NFV use cases requiring strict guest isolation and low-latency interrupt handling.
What memory interfaces does the T4080NSN7PQB support?
The T4080NSN7PQB integrates two 64-bit DDR3L memory controllers supporting data rates up to 1866 MT/s, with on-die termination, ECC, and interleaving. It does not support DDR4 or LPDDR. The memory subsystem is optimized for low-latency access patterns typical in packet buffering and control-plane table lookups. For designs using the T4080NSN7PQB, JEDEC-compliant DDR3L-1866 modules with 1.35 V operation are required to meet timing and power specifications.
How many 10 Gigabit Ethernet interfaces does the T4080NSN7PQB support?
The T4080NSN7PQB supports exactly two 10 Gigabit Ethernet MACs via its dual Frame Managers, configurable over XAUI, XFI, or 10Gbase-KR PHY interfaces. This is fixed per silicon configuration and cannot be increased via software. The T4080NSN7PQB's 2×10 GbE capability aligns with mid-tier edge router and UTM appliance requirements, distinguishing it from the T4160NSN7PQB (also 2×10 GbE) and T4240NSN7PQB (4×10 GbE).
Is the T4080NSN7PQB pin-compatible with other QorIQ T4 family processors?
Yes, the T4080NSN7PQB shares the identical 783-ball FC-BGA package and pinout with the T4160NSN7PQB and T4240NSN7PQB, enabling hardware scalability across the T4 family. This allows designers to upgrade core count and I/O bandwidth without PCB redesign. However, thermal and power delivery requirements differ: the T4080NSN7PQB's lower core count reduces peak current draw and simplifies heatsink specification compared to the T4240NSN7PQB.
T4080NSN7PQB Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Package/Case:
- 1932-BBGA, FCBGA
- Series:
- QorIQ T4
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Active
- Core Processor:
- PowerPC e6500
- Number of Cores/Bus Width:
- 4 Core, 64-Bit
- Speed:
- 1.8GHz
- Co-Processors/DSP:
- -
- RAM Controllers:
- DDR3, DDR3L
- Graphics Acceleration:
- No
- Display & Interface Controllers:
- -
- Ethernet:
- 1Gbps (13), 10Gbps (2)
- 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:
- 1932-FCPBGA (45x45)
- Additional Interfaces:
- I2C, MMC/SD, PCIe, RapidIO, SPI, UART
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7.What is the process for return or replacement of T4080NSN7PQB?
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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 T4080NSN7PQB part is unused and in its original packaging.
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1.Submit a request within 90 days.
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