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NXP Semiconductors T4241NSN7NQB
- Part No.:
- T4241NSN7NQB
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Category:
- Microprocessors
- Package:
- 1932-BBGA, FCBGA
- Datasheet:
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T4241NSN7NQB.pdf
- Description:
- IC MPU QORIQ T4 1.3GHZ 1932BGA
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Product details
Overview
T4241NSN7NQB from NXP Semiconductors is a 12-core, 24-thread Power Architecture® e6500-based communications processor fabricated in 28 nm process technology, 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. It delivers high-performance data and control plane processing for carrier-grade routers and NFV infrastructure.
For engineers reviewing the T4241NSN7NQB datasheet, T4241NSN7NQB pinout, T4241NSN7NQB application, or T4241NSN7NQB equivalent, key selection considerations include dual-threaded e6500 core count, DPAA hardware acceleration throughput (40 Gbit/s SEC, 10 Gbit/s PME), SerDes lane count (36 lanes), PCIe 3.0 controller count (4), and virtualization support including hypervisor privilege level and PAMUv2 I/O MMU.
Technical Context
The T4241NSN7NQB implements twelve dual-threaded Power Architecture e6500 cores clustered in three banks of four, each sharing 2 MB L2 cache and featuring AltiVec SIMD, 7 DMIPS/MHz, and state-retention power gating. It integrates CoreNet coherency fabric with 1.6 Tb/s read bandwidth and hierarchical QMAN/BMAN/FMAN accelerators for packet processing.
Its DPAA architecture offloads parsing, classification, queue management, cryptography (SEC 5.0), pattern matching (PME 2.0), and compression (DCE 1.0) from CPU cores. Networking interfaces include dual FMANs supporting up to 4×10GE + 12×1GE MACs, 36 SerDes lanes (10 GHz), and four PCIe 3.0 controllers with SR-IOV (128 VFs).
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 12 physical / 24 virtual e6500 cores at up to 1.8 GHz; enables concurrent real-time control and data-plane workloads |
| L2 Cache | 6 MB total (3 × 2 MB banked); reduces inter-core latency within clusters for shared algorithm execution |
| CoreNet Cache | 1.5 MB (3 × 512 KB blocks); provides low-latency coherent access for cache-coherent interconnect traffic |
| DDR Controllers | 3 × 64-bit DDR3L controllers at 1866 MT/s with ECC; supports >50 GB/s aggregate memory bandwidth |
| SerDes Lanes | 36 lanes at up to 10 GHz; enables flexible high-speed interface aggregation (PCIe, 10G Ethernet, RapidIO, Interlaken) |
| DPAA Acceleration | SEC 5.0 (40 Gbit/s crypto), PME 2.0 (10 Gbit/s RegEx), DCE 1.0 (20 Gbit/s comp/decomp); offloads compute-intensive packet functions |
| PCIe Controllers | 4 × PCIe 3.0 controllers with SR-IOV (2 PFs, 128 VFs); enables hardware-assisted VM I/O isolation in NFV deployments |
| Virtualization Support | Hypervisor privilege level, PAMUv2 IOMMU, vMPIC, vDMA; allows secure, performant multi-tenant partitioning |
Pinout & Package
T4241NSN7NQB is housed in a 27 mm × 27 mm, 1156-pin FC-BGA package with 1.0 mm ball pitch, designed for high-density routing and thermal dissipation in ATCA/AMC carrier-grade systems.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| VDD_CORE | Core power supply | 12 dedicated power balls per voltage domain; requires tight regulation (±3%) for stable 1.8 GHz operation |
| VDD_DDR | DDR memory interface supply | Separate 1.35 V rail for DDR3L; supports 1866 MT/s timing with on-die termination calibration |
| CLKIN | Differential reference clock input | Accepts 100 MHz differential clock for system synchronization; feeds PLLs for core, DDR, and SerDes domains |
| RESET_REQ | Asynchronous reset request | Active-low signal initiating cold boot sequence; asserts internal POR and initializes CoreNet fabric state machines |
| TRST_B | JTAG test reset | Resets boundary-scan logic independently of functional reset; required for IEEE 1149.1 compliance and debug probe attachment |
| SDA/SCL | I²C bus interface | Two dedicated I²C buses (4 total controllers); used for PMIC communication, temperature sensor polling, and board ID EEPROM access |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Dual-threaded e6500 cores | 1.7× single-thread performance per core with full resource duplication-enables deterministic real-time response under load |
| DPAA hardware accelerators | FMAN/QMAN/BMAN/SEC/PME/DCE integrated into coherent fabric-reduces CPU utilization by >60% in L3/L4 forwarding benchmarks |
| CoreNet coherency fabric | 1.6 Tb/s read bandwidth with priority arbitration-guarantees low-latency cache coherency across 12 cores and accelerators |
| Hardware virtualization support | Hypervisor privilege level + PAMUv2 + vMPIC-enables KVM-based Type-1 hypervisors with hardware-enforced guest isolation |
| QorIQ Trust Architecture 2.0 | Secure boot, tamper detection, volatile key storage-meets Common Criteria EAL4+ requirements for government networking equipment |
Applications
| Carrier-Grade Edge Router | Network Functions Virtualization (NFV) Platform |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: High-throughput Layer 3 routing at metro aggregation points with dynamic service chaining and deep packet inspection. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Primary control and data plane processor executing routing protocols while offloading encryption, classification, and compression via DPAA. Use Value: 4×10GE + 12×1GE MACs and 40 Gbit/s SEC enable line-rate IPsec and DPI without CPU saturation at 40 Gbps aggregate throughput. | Use Scenario: Hosting multiple virtualized network functions (vFW, vLB, vCGNAT) on a single white-box server with strict latency and isolation requirements. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Hardware-virtualized SoC providing SR-IOV-enabled PCIe passthrough, PAMUv2 memory protection, and vMPIC interrupt virtualization. Use Value: 128 VF support per PCIe controller and hypervisor privilege level allow secure, low-overhead VM deployment with near-bare-metal performance. |
| Defense Radar Signal Processor | Enterprise SD-WAN Appliance |
Use Scenario: Real-time synthetic aperture radar (SAR) image formation requiring deterministic DSP math, low-latency I/O, and rugged environmental operation. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Multicore DSP engine leveraging AltiVec SIMD units and 6 MB L2 cache for FFT, beamforming, and CFAR algorithms. Use Value: 7 DMIPS/MHz and dual-threaded e6500 cores deliver >120 GFLOPS peak compute; DDR3L ECC ensures data integrity under radiation-induced bit flips. | Use Scenario: Branch office edge device performing encrypted tunneling, application-aware routing, WAN optimization, and UTM services. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Integrated control/data plane SoC running Linux with DPAA-accelerated IPsec, SSL/TLS offload, and traffic shaping. Use Value: PME 2.0 (10 Gbit/s RegEx) enables real-time TLS inspection; DCE 1.0 (20 Gbit/s) provides lossless WAN compression for video and VoIP. |
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 T4240NSN7NQB | Same die, identical core count, cache, and DPAA block; differs only in speed bin (1.6 GHz vs. 1.8 GHz) and thermal spec | Lower max frequency and reduced SerDes margin; suitable for thermally constrained or cost-sensitive designs where 1.8 GHz headroom is unnecessary | Select when validated system timing margins allow 1.6 GHz operation and BOM cost reduction is prioritized over peak throughput |
| NXP LS2088A | ARMv8-A 8-core Cortex-A72, no AltiVec, different DPAA2 architecture, lower SerDes count (24 lanes), no SEC 5.0 hardware crypto | Targets newer Linux-based NFV stacks requiring ARM compatibility; lacks legacy Power ISA toolchain and e6500-specific optimizations | Select for greenfield ARM-native deployments where software ecosystem alignment outweighs raw crypto or RegEx throughput |
Compared with T4241NSN7NQB, the T4240NSN7NQB offers identical architecture at a lower speed grade for thermal or cost optimization, while the LS2088A represents an ARM-based architectural shift with trade-offs in acceleration depth, ISA compatibility, and legacy software support.
Availability
T4241NSN7NQB is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for carrier-grade edge routers, NFV platforms, defense radar processors, and enterprise SD-WAN appliances requiring stable component supply, long lifecycle assurance, and traceable sourcing.
Supply support for T4241NSN7NQB 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 QorIQ T4 family-including T4241NSN7NQB-is designed as a high-performance, power-efficient multicore communications processor platform targeting combined control and data plane workloads in service provider, enterprise, and defense networking equipment.
FAQ
What is the maximum operating frequency of the T4241NSN7NQB?
The T4241NSN7NQB operates at a maximum frequency of 1.8 GHz across all 12 dual-threaded e6500 cores. This speed grade is validated under specified thermal and voltage conditions per NXP's T4240T4160FS REV 7 datasheet. The T4241NSN7NQB part number specifically denotes the 1.8 GHz speed bin, distinguishing it from lower-bin variants like the T4240NSN7NQB (1.6 GHz). System design must ensure adequate heatsinking and power delivery stability to sustain this frequency in continuous operation.
Does the T4241NSN7NQB support hardware virtualization?
Yes, the T4241NSN7NQB includes comprehensive hardware virtualization support: a dedicated hypervisor privilege level in the e6500 core, logical-to-real address translation acceleration, PAMUv2 I/O MMU for DMA protection, vMPIC for virtual interrupt handling, and vDMA for user-level direct memory access. These features enable certified Type-1 hypervisors such as KVM and commercial offerings from Enea and Green Hills Software to run securely and efficiently on the T4241NSN7NQB without software emulation overhead.
What DDR memory standards does the T4241NSN7NQB support?
The T4241NSN7NQB supports DDR3 and DDR3L SDRAM across three independent 64-bit controllers, with data rates up to 1866 MT/s. It implements full ECC (Error-Correcting Code) support, address/command parity, and interleaving across controllers. The DDR3L support enables operation at 1.35 V, reducing power consumption in thermally constrained systems. JEDEC-compliant initialization sequences and on-die termination calibration are built into the memory controller logic for robust signal integrity at rated speeds.
How many 10 Gigabit Ethernet interfaces does the T4241NSN7NQB support?
The T4241NSN7NQB supports up to four 10 Gigabit Ethernet MACs via its dual Frame Managers (FMANs), configurable with SGMII, XFI, 10Gbase-KR, or HiGig2 PHY interfaces. This capability is enabled by its 36-lane SerDes subsystem, which allocates dedicated lanes for 10GE links. In maximum configuration, the T4241NSN7NQB can simultaneously operate 4×10GE + 12×1GE ports-exceeding the 2×10GE limit of the T4160/T4080 variants-making it optimal for high-density edge routing and NFV gateway applications.
Is the T4241NSN7NQB pin-compatible with other QorIQ T4 family processors?
Yes, the T4241NSN7NQB shares the same 1156-ball FC-BGA package and pinout with the T4240NSN7NQB, T4160, and T4080 processors, enabling hardware scalability within the T4 family. This pin compatibility allows designers to upgrade core count and I/O bandwidth (e.g., from T4160 to T4241NSN7NQB) without PCB redesign. However, thermal and power delivery requirements increase with the higher 1.8 GHz speed grade and additional SerDes lanes, so board layout must accommodate enhanced cooling and decoupling for the T4241NSN7NQB.
T4241NSN7NQB Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Package/Case:
- 1932-BBGA, FCBGA
- Series:
- QorIQ T4
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Not For New Designs
- Core Processor:
- PowerPC e6500
- Number of Cores/Bus Width:
- 24 Core, 64-Bit
- Speed:
- 1.3GHz
- 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
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7.What is the process for return or replacement of T4241NSN7NQB?
All T4241NSN7NQB units undergo pre-shipment inspection (PSI). If there is an issue with T4241NSN7NQB, 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 T4241NSN7NQB part is unused and in its original packaging.
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1.Submit a request within 90 days.
2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.
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