P2041NXN1NNB - QorIQ P2041 1.3GHz Quad-Core PowerPC MPU | NXP
MPN: P2041NXN1NNB ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $145 | $145.00 |
| 10 | $132 | $1,320.00 |
| 100 | $118 | $11,800.00 |
| 500 | $105 | $52,500.00 |
| 1,000 | $92 | $92,000.00 |
P2041NXN1NNB Overview
A QorIQ communications processor is a heterogeneous multi-core SoC derived from the Power Architecture roadmap. Within NXP's portfolio it sits in the P-series hierarchy (P1 -> P2 -> P3 -> P4 -> P5), providing low-end to mid-range quad-core performance that is software-compatible with the rest of the family. The P2041NXN1NNB specifically integrates four e500mc cores, hardware MMU and virtualization, a 32-bit datapath, and a coherent fabric that maintains cache coherency across all four cores - enabling symmetric multiprocessor operating systems such as VxWorks, INTEGRITY, and Linux SMP to scale linearly across the cores.
Key features include four PowerPC e500mc cores up to 1.5 GHz (this SKU 1.3 GHz), integrated 256 KB L2 per core pair, 1 MB shared platform cache, three 10 Gbit/s XAUI/HIGIG interfaces (no SEC crypto accelerator on this SKU), DDR3 memory controller with ECC, four GbE SGMII ports, two PCI Express Gen2 controllers, USB 2.0, SD/MMC, I2C, SPI, UART, and 780-pin FCBGA packaging. The part supports extended-temperature operation (-40C to +105C ambient) and targets industrial extended-temp qualifications.
The P2041NXN1NNB architecture uses a CoreNet coherency fabric for low-latency core-to-I/O traffic and a hierarchical memory subsystem that delivers deterministic interrupt latency. Hardware virtualization and DPAA (Data Path Acceleration) primitives make the device well-suited to multi-instance networking workloads, vCPE, and small-cell LTE base stations. Compared with the P2040 (no security engine, lower freq), P2041 typically adds a SEC 4.0 engine and faster core speeds - but the NX (no security) variant explicitly excludes SEC to reduce cost in non-secure applications.
Typical applications include industrial Ethernet switches, line-card control-plane processors, factory-floor routers, defense/aerospace ruggedized compute modules, and small-cell LTE base stations. The part's extended-temp qualification and quad-core SMP support also suit medical imaging pre-processing and video surveillance analytics where deterministic multi-core compute is required.
When designing with this device, ensure the PCB stack-up supports the 780-ball FCBGA at 1 mm pitch with microvia technology. Provide a clean 1.0 V core supply with monotonic sequencing and use a DDR3 controller reference design for signal integrity. For thermal management, the 23x23 mm FCBGA must be attached to a thermal interface material and heat spreader - junction-to-ambient theta_JA is typically below 15 C/W with proper layout, but derate in enclosed enclosures.
This page synthesizes distributor pricing, current lifecycle status, drop-in same-family alternatives, and practical design notes not found in a single manufacturer datasheet, providing an at-a-glance comparison guide for engineering sourcing decisions.
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P2041NXN1NNB Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Manufacturer | NXP Semiconductors |
| Product Family | QorIQ P2 Series |
| Processor Core | PowerPC e500mc (32-bit) |
| Number of Cores | 4 |
| Core Frequency | 1.3 GHz (1333 MHz) |
| Package | 780-FCPBGA (23x23 mm) |
| Operating Temperature | -40C to +105C (extended) |
| Supply Voltage | 1.0 V core, 1.5 V / 1.8 V I/O (per datasheet) |
| L2 Cache | 256 KB per core pair |
| Platform Cache (L3) | 1 MB shared |
| Memory Interface | DDR3 / DDR3L with ECC |
| Security Engine (SEC) | Not included (NX suffix) |
| Ethernet | 4x SGMII (1 GbE) + 3x XAUI/HIGIG (10 GbE) |
| PCI Express | 2x PCIe Gen2 controllers |
| Other I/O | USB 2.0, SD/MMC, I2C, SPI, UART |
| Silicon Revision | 1.1 |
| Qualification | Extended temperature (no SEC) |
| MSL Level | 3 (per JEDEC J-STD-020) |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount (BGA) |
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
P2041NXN1NNB 780-fcpbga (23x23 mm) Pin Configuration Guide
Pin configuration for P2041NXN1NNB (780-fcpbga (23x23 mm) package). This digital IC includes GPIO, communication interfaces (UART, SPI, I2C), and power pins. Refer to the manufacturer datasheet for alternate pin functions and configuration options. Essential for embedded system design and PCB layout.
No detailed pinout data available for P2041NXN1NNB.
Refer to the datasheet for full pin configuration.
Typical Applications
P2041NXN1NNB is suitable for 6 applications: Industrial Ethernet Switch Control Plane, Small-Cell LTE Base Station Compute, Defense and Aerospace Ruggedized Compute, Factory Floor Router and Edge Gateway, Medical Imaging Pre-Processing Subsystem, Surveillance Video Analytics Appliance.
Industrial Ethernet Switch Control Plane
The P2041NXN1NNB's four PowerPC e500mc cores at 1.3 GHz, four GbE SGMII ports, two PCIe Gen2 controllers, and 32-bit coherent SMP architecture make it an ideal control-plane CPU for managed industrial Ethernet switches. With DDR3-ECC memory support and TSN capability on the integrated Ethernet MACs, it can run VxWorks or Linux with PTP and IEEE 1588 timing in industrial EtherCAT and PROFINET networks. The extended-temperature qualification (-40C to +105C) allows deployment in factory-floor enclosures without additional thermal conditioning.
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Small-Cell LTE Base Station Compute
For small-cell LTE base stations, the P2041NXN1NNB delivers the deterministic quad-core compute needed for L2/L3 protocol processing, encryption offload routing decisions, and timing/clock distribution. The 10 GbE XAUI/HIGIG interfaces enable backhaul to the core network, while the four 1 GbE SGMII ports connect to radio units via CPRI or OBSAI fronthaul links. Hardware virtualization supports multi-tenant vCPE workloads, and the coherent platform cache keeps latency-critical scheduling predictable for real-time radio control loops.
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Defense and Aerospace Ruggedized Compute
The extended-temperature (-40C to +105C) qualification, four PowerPC e500mc cores, and long-life-cycle QorIQ software support make the P2041NXN1NNB well suited to defense and aerospace compute modules. INTEGRITY and VxWorks MIL-STD real-time operating systems run natively on e500mc SMP, enabling DO-178C and DO-254 certifiable avionics. The 780-FCPBGA (23x23 mm) supports ruggedized enclosures with conductive cooling, and the lack of integrated security engine (NX) suits SWaP-C-constrained platforms where crypto is handled by separate FPGA or companion SEC accelerator.
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Factory Floor Router and Edge Gateway
With four PowerPC cores, hardware virtualization, and 10 GbE uplinks, the P2041NXN1NNB can function as a compact factory-floor router or edge gateway aggregating industrial protocols (Modbus TCP, EtherNet/IP, OPC UA) and bridging to cloud backhaul. The four GbE SGMII ports segment plant zones, while the 10 GbE XAUI link provides high-bandwidth uplink to MES systems. Extended-temperature operation suits unconditioned control cabinets, and VxWorks or Linux-based routing stacks (e.g., FRR, Bird) leverage the e500mc SMP cores for high packet throughput.
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Medical Imaging Pre-Processing Subsystem
The four-core SMP architecture and DDR3-ECC memory interface of the P2041NXN1NNB support deterministic medical imaging pre-processing workloads such as ultrasound beamforming or CT reconstruction front-end. Real-time OS support (INTEGRITY, VxWorks) ensures deterministic response for IEC 62304-compliant medical device firmware, while the PCIe Gen2 controllers enable pairing with FPGA-based acquisition back-ends for raw data ingestion. Extended temperature supports imaging cart and bedside enclosure deployments.
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Surveillance Video Analytics Appliance
For network video recorders and analytics appliances, the P2041NXN1NNB provides four e500mc cores that can run ONVIF stack, video analytics (motion detection, license plate recognition), and storage management in parallel. The two PCIe Gen2 controllers connect to hardware-accelerated video decoder cards, while the GbE ports aggregate IP-camera streams and the 10 GbE XAUI link connects to the storage fabric. Power dissipation and footprint make it suitable for 1U rack-mounted surveillance appliances.
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Engineering reference data for P2041NXN1NNB — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | P2041NXN1GNB | P2041NXE1NNB | P2040NXN1NNB | P2041NXN1NNB-R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors |
| Package | 780-FCPBGA (23x23 mm) | 780-FCPBGA (23x23 mm) - same | 780-FCPBGA (23x23 mm) - same | 780-FCPBGA (23x23 mm) - same | 780-FCPBGA (23x23 mm) - same |
| Number of Cores | 4 (e500mc) | 4 (e500mc) | 4 (e500mc) | 4 (e500mc) | 4 (e500mc) |
| Core Frequency | 1.3 GHz (1333 MHz) | 1.3 GHz (1333 MHz) | 1.3 GHz (1333 MHz) | 1.2 GHz max (-8%) | 1.3 GHz (1333 MHz) |
| SEC Engine | Not included (NX) | Included (SEC 4.0) | Not included (NX) | Not included | Not included (NX) |
| Silicon Revision | 1.1 | 1.1 | 1.0 (older) | 1.x | 1.1 |
| Operating Temperature | -40C to +105C (ext) | -40C to +105C (ext) | -40C to +105C (ext) | -40C to +105C (ext) | -40C to +105C (ext) |
| Memory Interface | DDR3 / DDR3L ECC | DDR3 / DDR3L ECC | DDR3 / DDR3L ECC | DDR3 / DDR3L ECC | DDR3 / DDR3L ECC |
Key Differentiators
- No SEC engine reduces cost and power for non-crypto workloads (vs P2041NXN1GNB)
- Latest silicon revision (1.1) improves silicon errata coverage (vs P2041NXE1NNB)
- Higher core frequency than P2040 in the same family (vs P2040NXN1NNB)
Design Notes
The 780-FCPBGA (23x23 mm) is a flip-chip BGA where the die backside is the thermal interface. Estimate theta_JA of approximately 10-15 C/W with thermal interface material (TIM) to a copper spreader and forced airflow. At 1.0 V and 1.3 GHz across four cores, worst-case core power can reach 12-15 W; without a spreader, junction temperature will exceed 125C in ambient > 60C. Always include a heat spreader or heatsink in the mechanical design for industrial deployments.
PCB layout for the 780-FCBGA at 1.0 mm ball pitch requires a high-density interconnect (HDI) stack-up with laser-drilled microvias. Per NXP design guidelines, escape routing should use 0.5/0.4 mm trace/space with 4-6 mil laser vias to inner layers. DDR3 traces should match length to within 25 mils across byte lanes and 50 ps across the byte. SERDES lanes (XAUI/HIGIG, PCIe, SGMII) require controlled-impedance 100 ohm differential routing with reference planes kept continuous and AC-coupling capacitors placed symmetrically.
Power sequencing for the P2041NXN1NNB must follow the VDD/VDDA/VBAT/VPP order defined in the P2041 hardware specification. The core 1.0 V rail must ramp monotonically and not exceed 1.1 V; failures during cold start are commonly traced to insufficient soft-start. Use a multi-phase PWM controller with remote-sense feedback from the package BGA balls. Add bulk decoupling of 4x 220 uF polymer + 22 x 100 nF ceramic, plus 1 uF X7R within 5 mm of each power pin pair.
Estimated: with four e500mc cores active at 1.3 GHz, the P2041NXN1NNB can consume 12-15 W worst case. Designers should not assume the typical power figures cited for P-series desktop-mode benchmarks; always refer to NXP's Power Estimation Tool (PET) with the actual application profile. Mismatches between datasheet thermal resistance and real PCB theta_JA are the most common field reliability issue for QorIQ designs.
Compliance Information
NXP QorIQ P-series are RoHS and REACH compliant. AEC-Q100 is not applicable - this is an industrial/extended-temp part, not automotive-qualified. Conflict-minerals declaration available from NXP upon request per the Dodd-Frank Act.