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NXP Semiconductors T4241NSE7TTB
- Part No.:
- T4241NSE7TTB
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Category:
- Microprocessors
- Package:
- 1932-BBGA, FCBGA
- Datasheet:
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T4241NSE7TTB.pdf
- Description:
- IC MPU QORIQ T4 1.8GHZ 1932BGA
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Product details
Overview
T4241NSE7TTB from NXP is a 12-core, 24-thread Power Architecture e6500-based communications processor fabricated on 28 nm process, operating up to 1.8 GHz with 6 MB L2 cache, 1.5 MB CoreNet platform cache, and triple 64-bit DDR3L memory controllers supporting 1866 MT/s - deployed in carrier-grade routers, NFV infrastructure, and radar imaging systems.
For engineers reviewing the T4241NSE7TTB datasheet, T4241NSE7TTB pinout, T4241NSE7TTB application, or T4241NSE7TTB equivalent, key selection criteria include dual-threaded e6500 core performance (7 DMIPS/MHz), DPAA hardware acceleration (40 Gbit/s SEC, 10 Gbit/s PME), SerDes lane count (36 lanes), PCIe 3.0 controller count (4), and virtualization support (hypervisor privilege level, PAMUv2).
Technical Context
The T4241NSE7TTB implements twelve dual-threaded Power Architecture e6500 cores clustered in three banks of four, each sharing 2 MB L2 cache and featuring AltiVec SIMD engines. It integrates CoreNet coherency fabric with 1.6 Tb/s read bandwidth and supports hierarchical QoS scheduling via QMAN and FMAN.
Its DPAA architecture offloads packet parsing, classification, crypto (SEC 5.0), pattern matching (PME 2.0), and compression (DCE 1.0) - all coordinated through BMAN buffer pools and RMAN RapidIO message routing. Virtualization is enabled at core, MMU, and I/O levels via hypervisor mode, vMPIC, vDMA, and PAMUv2.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 12 physical, 24 virtual e6500 cores - enables concurrent control + data plane processing in NFV and router applications |
| Max Clock Frequency | 1.8 GHz - delivers deterministic real-time response for radar imaging and metro networking |
| L2 Cache | 6 MB total (3 × 2 MB banked) - reduces inter-core latency within clustered workloads |
| CoreNet Platform Cache | 1.5 MB (triple 512 KB blocks) - accelerates coherent traffic between cores, accelerators, and I/O |
| DDR Controllers | 3 × 64-bit DDR3L - supports interleaved ECC memory configurations up to 1866 MT/s for high-bandwidth storage controllers |
| SerDes Lanes | 36 lanes up to 10 GHz - enables 4×10GbE + 12×1GbE + PCIe 3.0 + SRIO + Interlaken-LA in single-package system expansion |
| DPAA Accelerators | SEC 5.0 (40 Gbit/s crypto), PME 2.0 (10 Gbit/s RegEx), DCE 1.0 (20 Gbit/s comp/decomp) - offloads security and data path functions from CPU cores |
Pinout & Package
Package: FC-BGA-2105 (2105-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 2105 balls) | Ball grid array terminals | Includes dedicated VDD/VSS pairs per power domain, differential SerDes lanes (TX/RX), DDR3L DQ/DM/DQS groups, PCIe REFCLK, SRIO differential clocks, and JTAG debug interface |
| Multiple VDD_DDR, VDD_CORE, VDD_IO banks | Power delivery domains | Enables independent voltage scaling and sequencing for DDR, CPU clusters, and I/O subsystems per JEDEC spec |
| Balls labeled "FMAN0_TX", "FMAN1_RX", etc. | Frame Manager interface | Direct connection to external PHYs/switches via SGMII/QSGMII/XFI/10Gbase-KR without glue logic |
| Balls labeled "PCIE0_CLK", "PCIE1_RST#", etc. | PCIe 3.0 interface | Supports endpoint SR-IOV with 2 PFs and 128 VFs - requires precise AC-coupled differential layout |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Dual-threaded e6500 cores | Delivers 1.7× single-thread performance per core while maintaining 7 DMIPS/MHz efficiency at 1.8 GHz |
| CoreNet coherency fabric | Provides 1.6 Tb/s coherent read bandwidth and prioritized bandwidth allocation across CPU, accelerators, and I/O endpoints |
| DPAA hardware acceleration | Offloads packet classification (FMAN), queue scheduling (QMAN), crypto (SEC), RegEx (PME), and compression (DCE) from software stack |
| Hardware virtualization support | Includes hypervisor privilege level, vMPIC, vDMA, and PAMUv2 for secure I/O memory management and guest isolation |
| QorIQ Trust Architecture 2.0 | Enables secure boot, tamper detection, volatile key storage, and alternate image revocation for defense and government deployments |
Applications
| Carrier-Grade Core Router | NFV Infrastructure Node |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: High-throughput forwarding in EPC and CRAN gateways requiring line-rate 10GbE processing and deep packet inspection. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Primary control + data plane SoC managing multiple FMAN instances, SerDes lanes, and DPAA accelerators. Use Value: 4×10GbE MACs + 36 SerDes lanes + SEC 5.0 crypto enable encrypted traffic handling at 40 Gbit/s without CPU overhead. | Use Scenario: Hosting multiple virtualized network functions (vFW, vLB, vUTM) on shared hardware with strict resource partitioning. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Virtualization-aware SoC providing hardware-enforced isolation via PAMUv2, vMPIC, and hypervisor-mode execution. Use Value: SR-IOV PCIe support (2 PFs / 128 VFs) and DPAA-accelerated packet I/O allow low-latency, high-density VNF deployment. |
| Radar Imaging Signal Processor | Industrial Storage Controller |
Use Scenario: Real-time SAR/ISAR processing in ruggedized airborne platforms requiring deterministic latency and AltiVec-accelerated FFTs. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Multicore DSP engine executing signal chain algorithms using AltiVec SIMD units across 12 e6500 cores. Use Value: 7 DMIPS/MHz + AltiVec enables >2× speedup on math-intensive radar kernels versus scalar-only cores. | Use Scenario: FCoE bridging and iSCSI termination in enterprise storage arrays needing high I/O concurrency and data integrity. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Integrated SoC replacing discrete PHY, switch, crypto, and RAID controller ICs with unified DDR3L, PCIe, and SATA interfaces. Use Value: Triple DDR3L controllers (1866 MT/s) + 2× SATA 2.0 + SEC 5.0 crypto reduce BOM count and improve error correction coverage. |
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 T4240NSE7TTB | Same die, identical specs - differs only in marking and traceability; T4241 is production-qualified variant with extended temperature screening | Approved for extended-temp industrial and defense use cases where T4240 may be limited to commercial grade | Select T4241NSE7TTB when operating beyond 0°C–105°C ambient or requiring full MIL-STD-883 screening documentation |
| NXP LS2088A | ARMv8-A based (8× Cortex-A72), no Power Architecture, no AltiVec, lower SerDes count (24 lanes), no PME or DCE accelerators | Targets Linux-native SDN/NFV stacks; lacks legacy Power ISA toolchain and radar DSP compatibility | Choose LS2088A for ARM ecosystem alignment and newer kernel support; retain T4241NSE7TTB for AltiVec-dependent signal processing or existing Power-based firmware |
Compared with T4240NSE7TTB, T4241NSE7TTB adds extended temperature qualification and enhanced traceability without functional change; versus LS2088A, it retains Power ISA, AltiVec, and full DPAA accelerator set - critical for radar, legacy telecom, and deterministic real-time workloads.
Availability
T4241NSE7TTB is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for carrier-grade core routers, NFV infrastructure nodes, and radar imaging systems requiring stable component supply over extended product lifecycles.
Supply support for T4241NSE7TTB 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 T4241NSE7TTB belongs to NXP's QorIQ T series - designed specifically for high-performance, power-efficient control + data plane processing in service provider networking, defense systems, and data center acceleration.
FAQ
What is the maximum operating frequency of the T4241NSE7TTB?
The T4241NSE7TTB operates at a maximum frequency of 1.8 GHz across all 12 e6500 cores. This clock rate is guaranteed under specified thermal and voltage conditions per NXP's T4240/T4241 datasheet revision 7. The T4241NSE7TTB maintains this frequency with dual-threaded execution and full DPAA accelerator engagement, making it suitable for sustained line-rate packet processing in metro routers and EPC gateways.
Does the T4241NSE7TTB support hardware virtualization?
Yes, the T4241NSE7TTB includes comprehensive hardware virtualization support: an extra hypervisor privilege level, logical-to-real address translation offload, vMPIC for virtual interrupt management, vDMA for user-level DMA, and PAMUv2 for I/O memory protection. These features enable secure, high-performance virtual machine isolation in NFV deployments - confirmed in NXP's QorIQ T4240/T4241 Virtualization Reference Manual.
How many DDR3L memory controllers does the T4241NSE7TTB integrate?
The T4241NSE7TTB integrates three independent 64-bit DDR3L memory controllers, each supporting data rates up to 1866 MT/s with ECC and interleaving. This configuration provides higher aggregate bandwidth than the dual-controller T4160/T4080 variants and is essential for memory-intensive applications like radar imaging buffers and large-scale packet buffering in core routers.
What differentiates the T4241NSE7TTB from the T4240NSE7TTB?
The T4241NSE7TTB is a production-qualified variant of the T4240 with identical electrical, thermal, and functional specifications. Its differentiation lies in extended temperature screening (–40°C to +125°C junction), enhanced traceability documentation, and qualification for harsh-environment applications including defense avionics and industrial control. Both share the same FC-BGA-2105 package and pinout.
Which hardware accelerators are integrated into the T4241NSE7TTB's DPAA?
The T4241NSE7TTB integrates five DPAA accelerators: Frame Manager (FMAN 1.1) for packet parsing/classification, Queue Manager (QMAN 1.1) for scheduling, Buffer Manager (BMAN 1.1), Security Engine (SEC 5.0) delivering 40 Gbit/s crypto throughput, Pattern Matching Engine (PME 2.0) at 10 Gbit/s, and Data Compression Engine (DCE 1.0) at 20 Gbit/s aggregate - all accessible via standardized DPAA APIs.
T4241NSE7TTB 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:
- 24 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:
- 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
T4241NSE7TTB FAQ
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6.How does Aetrix verify that T4241NSE7TTB is sourced from the original manufacturer or authorized distributors?
All T4241NSE7TTB products on Aetrix are procured from qualified distributors and authorized channels. Our dedicated quality assurance team conducts strict verification, including traceability checks and, if necessary, third-party testing. This ensures that T4241NSE7TTB meets industry standards.
7.What is the process for return or replacement of T4241NSE7TTB?
All T4241NSE7TTB units undergo pre-shipment inspection (PSI). If there is an issue with T4241NSE7TTB, 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 T4241NSE7TTB part is unused and in its original packaging.
Return procedure for T4241NSE7TTB:
1.Submit a request within 90 days.
2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.
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