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NXP Semiconductors T4081NXN7TTB
- Part No.:
- T4081NXN7TTB
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Category:
- Microprocessors
- Package:
- 1932-BBGA, FCBGA
- Datasheet:
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T4081NXN7TTB.pdf
- Description:
- IC MPU QORIQ T4 1.8GHZ 1932BGA
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Product details
Overview
T4081NXN7TTB from NXP Semiconductors is a quad-core, dual-threaded Power Architecture e6500-based communications processor with 4 virtual cores, 2 MB L2 cache, and dual 64-bit DDR3L memory controllers supporting up to 1866 MT/s-designed for control-and-data-plane convergence in enterprise routers and network gateways.
For engineers reviewing the T4081NXN7TTB datasheet, T4081NXN7TTB pinout, T4081NXN7TTB application, or T4081NXN7TTB equivalent, key selection criteria include its 24 SerDes lanes, dual FMANs supporting up to 10× 1 GbE + 2× 10 GbE MACs, hardware-assisted virtualization, and DPAA accelerators for packet classification, crypto (SEC 5.0), and pattern matching (PME 2.0).
Technical Context
The T4081NXN7TTB implements four dual-threaded e6500 cores arranged in one cluster sharing 2 MB L2 cache, each core delivering up to 1.8 GHz, 7 DMIPS/MHz, and full AltiVec SIMD support. It integrates CoreNet coherency fabric with 1 MB platform cache and supports hierarchical memory subsystems with ECC and interleaving.
Its DPAA infrastructure includes dual Frame Managers (FMAN 1.1), Queue Manager (QMAN 1.1), Buffer Manager (BMAN 1.1), SEC 5.0 (40 Gbit/s crypto), PME 2.0 (10 Gbit/s RegEx), and DCE 1.0 (20 Gbit/s compression), all accessible via PAMUv2 I/O MMU for secure virtualized I/O partitioning.
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 without software threading overhead |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB shared per cluster-reduces inter-core latency and improves throughput for tightly coupled workloads |
| DDR Controllers | 2 × 64-bit DDR3L controllers up to 1866 MT/s with ECC-supports high-bandwidth, fault-tolerant memory subsystems for carrier-grade reliability |
| Ethernet MACs | 2 × 10 GbE + 10 × 1 GbE (via dual FMAN)-enables line-rate forwarding in edge routing and gateway applications |
| SerDes Lanes | 24 lanes up to 10 GHz-configurable for SGMII, QSGMII, PCIe 3.0, SRIO 2.0, or Interlaken-LA interfaces |
| PCIe Controllers | 3 × PCIe 2.0/3.0 controllers with SR-IOV (2 PFs, 128 VFs)-allows direct device assignment in NFV and virtualized appliance deployments |
| DPAA Accelerators | SEC 5.0 (40 Gbit/s AES/3DES), PME 2.0 (10 Gbit/s RegEx), DCE 1.0 (20 Gbit/s deflate)-offloads compute-intensive packet processing from CPU cores |
Pinout & Package
Package: FC-BGA-2109 (2109-pin Fine-Pitch Ball Grid Array, 35 mm × 35 mm, 1.0 mm pitch, RoHS-compliant).
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| A1–A10, B1–B10, etc. (all 2109 balls) | Ball-grid array interconnect | Signal, power, and ground connections mapped per NXP T4080/T4081 package drawing REV 7; includes dedicated VDD_DDR, VDD_CORE, and VSS planes with impedance-controlled routing requirements |
| DDR_A[0:15], DDR_B[0:15] | DDR3L address/command bus (dual-channel) | Supports independent 64-bit channels with on-die termination and fly-by topology for stable 1866 MT/s operation |
| DDR_DQ[0:63], DDR_DQS[0:7] | DDR3L data/strobe groups | Two 64-bit data interfaces with differential DQS strobes and per-byte write leveling for timing margin optimization |
| PCIE0_TX/RX[0:7], PCIE1_TX/RX[0:7], PCIE2_TX/RX[0:7] | PCIe 3.0 serial lanes (3 × 8-lane groups) | Each controller supports x1/x2/x4/x8 configurations; lane reversal and polarity inversion supported in hardware |
| FMAN0_GTX[0:15], FMAN1_GTX[0:15] | 1 GbE/10 GbE PHY interface signals | Dual FMANs drive up to 16 total MACs; SGMII/QSGMII/10Gbase-KR modes selectable per lane group |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Dual-threaded e6500 cores | Delivers 1.7× single-thread performance per core at same frequency-improves real-time determinism and thread-level parallelism without OS scheduler dependency |
| CoreNet Coherency Fabric | 1.6 Tb/s coherent read bandwidth with prioritized traffic classes-ensures predictable latency for cache-coherent multicore communication |
| Hardware Virtualization Support | Hypervisor privilege level + PAMUv2 IOMMU + vMPIC/vDMA-enables secure, low-overhead VM isolation for NFV and containerized workloads |
| QorIQ Trust Architecture 2.0 | Secure boot with tamper detection, volatile key storage, and alternate image revocation-meets Level 3 physical security requirements for government and defense systems |
| DPAA 2.0 Integration | Unified scheduling across CPU cores, accelerators, and I/O-eliminates software polling loops and reduces CPU utilization by >40% in packet-forwarding benchmarks |
Applications
| Enterprise Router | Network Gateway |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: High-throughput Layer 3 routing with integrated firewall, NAT, and QoS in branch office deployments. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Control-plane processor managing routing tables and data-plane packet forwarding accelerator via DPAA. Use Value: Dual FMANs and SEC 5.0 enable simultaneous 10 GbE line-rate forwarding and encrypted VPN tunneling at <10 µs latency. | Use Scenario: Unified threat management (UTM) appliance consolidating intrusion prevention, web filtering, and SSL inspection. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Multicore host running Linux containers with hardware-accelerated crypto and pattern matching offload. Use Value: PME 2.0 processes 10 Gbit/s of HTTP/HTTPS payload for real-time RegEx-based malware signature scanning. |
| SDN Controller Node | Industrial Network Appliance |
Use Scenario: Programmable white-box switch control plane with OpenFlow agent and telemetry collection. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Real-time control processor interfacing with switch ASICs via PCIe and SRIO while hosting virtualized control services. Use Value: SRIO 2.0 ports and QMAN provide deterministic sub-100 ns message delivery for distributed control plane synchronization. | Use Scenario: Ruggedized Ethernet-to-serial protocol gateway in factory automation with time-sensitive networking (TSN) support. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Deterministic real-time processor executing EtherCAT master stack and fieldbus protocol translation. Use Value: e6500's 7-stage pipeline and hardware debug trace enable <1 µs interrupt response for hard real-time cycle synchronization. |
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 T4080NXN7TTB | Identical pinout and electrical specs; differs only in mask revision and minor errata fixes-no functional change. | Same target applications; validated for identical board designs and firmware binaries. | Select T4081NXN7TTB for latest production mask with updated thermal characterization and SERDES calibration stability. |
| NXP T4160NXN7TTB | 8 virtual cores (vs. 8 in T4081), 4 MB L2 cache, 24 SerDes lanes, same package-adds two e6500 clusters but shares identical I/O and memory subsystem. | Better suited for higher-density virtualized services (e.g., multi-tenant UTM) where core count outweighs per-core latency sensitivity. | Choose T4160NXN7TTB when workload scaling requires >4 physical cores without changing PCB layout or cooling design. |
Compared with T4080NXN7TTB and T4160NXN7TTB, the T4081NXN7TTB offers identical functionality to T4080 with enhanced production consistency, while T4160NXN7TTB provides scalable core density within the same footprint-making T4081NXN7TTB optimal for cost-sensitive, latency-critical edge routing where 4-core determinism is preferred.
Availability
T4081NXN7TTB is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for enterprise routers, network gateways, and industrial network appliances requiring stable component supply, long-term lifecycle support, and traceable sourcing for production programs.
Supply support for T4081NXN7TTB 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 networking markets, with leadership in Power Architecture and ARM-based processors.
The T4 family-including T4081NXN7TTB-is designed specifically for high-performance, power-efficient control-and-data-plane convergence in service provider edge, enterprise infrastructure, and ruggedized embedded systems.
FAQ
What is the core architecture used in the T4081NXN7TTB?
The T4081NXN7TTB uses four dual-threaded Power Architecture e6500 cores, each implementing a 64-bit seven-stage pipeline, AltiVec SIMD engine, and hypervisor privilege level. These cores operate up to 1.8 GHz and deliver 7 DMIPS/MHz, enabling high single-thread performance critical for real-time control tasks in the T4081NXN7TTB.
Does the T4081NXN7TTB support hardware virtualization?
Yes, the T4081NXN7TTB includes comprehensive hardware virtualization support: an extra hypervisor privilege level, logical-to-real address translation acceleration, PAMUv2 I/O MMU with configurable storage profiles, vMPIC, and vDMA. These features allow secure, low-overhead partitioning of CPU, memory, and accelerators-essential for NFV and containerized deployments using the T4081NXN7TTB.
What memory interfaces does the T4081NXN7TTB support?
The T4081NXN7TTB integrates two 64-bit DDR3L memory controllers supporting data rates up to 1866 MT/s, with full ECC, interleaving, and on-die termination. It does not support LPDDR, DDR4, or GDDR. This dual-channel configuration delivers sustained bandwidth required for packet buffering and table lookups in the T4081NXN7TTB's networking workloads.
How many Ethernet MACs does the T4081NXN7TTB support?
The T4081NXN7TTB supports up to 12 Ethernet MACs: two 10 GbE and ten 1 GbE interfaces, implemented across its dual Frame Managers (FMANs). These MACs support SGMII, QSGMII, and 10Gbase-KR PHY interfaces-enabling flexible port aggregation and line-rate forwarding in router and gateway applications built around the T4081NXN7TTB.
Is the T4081NXN7TTB pin-compatible with other QorIQ T4 family processors?
Yes, the T4081NXN7TTB shares the same FC-BGA-2109 package and pinout with the T4080NXN7TTB and T4160NXN7TTB, enabling drop-in replacement within the same socket. However, it is not compatible with the T4240 due to increased SerDes lane count and additional PCIe controller-designers must verify signal integrity and power delivery when substituting the T4081NXN7TTB.
T4081NXN7TTB 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:
- 1.8V, 2.5V
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 105°C
- 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
T4081NXN7TTB FAQ
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7.What is the process for return or replacement of T4081NXN7TTB?
All T4081NXN7TTB units undergo pre-shipment inspection (PSI). If there is an issue with T4081NXN7TTB, 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 T4081NXN7TTB part is unused and in its original packaging.
Return procedure for T4081NXN7TTB:
1.Submit a request within 90 days.
2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.
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