P3041NSN1MMB - QorIQ Quad-Core 1.2GHz PowerPC MPU | NXP
MPN: P3041NSN1MMB ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $412.5 | $412.50 |
| 10 | $389.75 | $3,897.50 |
| 100 | $348.2 | $34,820.00 |
| 500 | $305 | $152,500.00 |
| 1,000 | $274.5 | $274,500.00 |
P3041NSN1MMB Overview
A microprocessor (MPU) is an integrated circuit that fetches, decodes, and executes instructions of a computer program; the QorIQ P3041 belongs to the multi-core communications microprocessor sub-family, sitting in the broader hierarchy of embedded processors -> microprocessors -> integrated circuits -> semiconductors. Within NXP's communications portfolio it complements the P4 platform family by offering similar architectural features in a lower-power, lower-cost envelope.
Key features include four e500mc PowerPC cores up to 1.2 GHz, dual-core-class performance per watt, integrated 64-bit DDR3/DDR3L controller with ECC support, multiple SerDes lanes supporting PCIe, SATA, and SGMII, hardware-accelerated cryptography and pattern-matching accelerators, and operating temperature range of 0 C to 105 C. The 'NonENC' suffix indicates the variant without the SEC (security) engine enabled.
The architecture pairs out-of-order execution capability with a high-bandwidth CoreNet coherency fabric, allowing coherent shared-memory multi-core processing. Integrated peripherals reduce board real-estate by absorbing functions that historically required companion ASICs, including Ethernet MACs, DMA controllers, and SD/MMC interfaces.
Typical applications include multi-service routers, unified threat management (UTM) appliances, industrial control gateways, and networked storage platforms. The four-core configuration is well suited to control-plane plus data-plane workloads running concurrently on dedicated cores.
When designing with the P3041NSN1MMB, allocate a minimum 6-layer PCB with controlled-impedance routing for DDR3 and SerDes, follow NXP hardware specifications for FCBGA substrate design, and validate thermal solution against the 105 C upper operating limit.
This page synthesizes distributor inventory, datasheet extracts, and same-package drop-in alternatives across the QorIQ P3/P4 platform families, providing information beyond the standalone datasheet for hardware architects evaluating the part.
Drop-in alternatives for P3041NSN1MMB — same package, pin-to-pin compatible. Different-package parts requiring PCB rework are excluded.
Variants in this series
Same-series models that are drop-in compatible with P3041NSN1MMB (same form factor and footprint) — differing in Package, RoHS Status, Ethernet, Operating Temperature, Core Architecture.
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P3041NSN1MMB Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Architecture | PowerPC e500mc |
| Core Count | 4 |
| Data Width | 32-bit |
| Maximum Core Frequency | 1.2 GHz |
| Series | QorIQ P3041 |
| L2 Cache | 256 KB (shared) |
| Memory Controller | DDR3 / DDR3L with ECC (64-bit) |
| Package | 1295-ball FCBGA (FC-PBGA), 37.5 mm x 37.5 mm |
| Operating Temperature | 0 C to +105 C |
| Security Engine (SEC) | Not enabled (NonENC variant) |
| Instruction Set Extensions | Power Architecture e500mc, Signal Processing Engine (SPE) |
| Ethernet Support | Up to 4x SGMII / 2x RGMII integrated MACs |
| PCIe Lanes | PCIe Gen 2.0 (lane count per SKU) |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount (BGA) |
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Revision | r1.1 |
P3041NSN1MMB 1295-ball fcbga (fc-pbga), 37.5 mm x 37.5 mm Pin Configuration Guide
Pin configuration for P3041NSN1MMB (1295-ball fcbga (fc-pbga), 37.5 mm x 37.5 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 P3041NSN1MMB.
Refer to the datasheet for full pin configuration.
Typical Applications
P3041NSN1MMB is suitable for 6 applications: Multi-Service Routers, Unified Threat Management Appliances, Industrial Control Gateways, Networked Storage Platforms, Wireless Backhaul Equipment, Test & Measurement Instrumentation.
Multi-Service Routers
The P3041NSN1MMB's four e500mc cores at 1.2 GHz and integrated SGMII / RGMII Ethernet MACs make it ideal for mid-range multi-service routers running routing protocols (OSPF, BGP, MPLS) on dedicated cores while the remaining cores handle packet forwarding and QoS queues. The integrated DDR3 controller with ECC supports the large routing tables required for full Internet-scale BGP. The 1.2 GHz frequency point lets vendors reach 4-8 Gbps aggregate throughput without an external lookup engine, and the hardware accelerators (RAID engine, pattern matcher) offload table-walk work. Compared to a DSP+FPGA architecture, the P3041NSN1MMB reduces BOM cost and PCB area while keeping one firmware image across multiple SKUs via the family-compatible FCBGA pinout.
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Unified Threat Management Appliances
The P3041NSN1MMB integrates four PowerPC e500mc cores plus a high-bandwidth CoreNet fabric, allowing UTM appliances to run stateful firewall, IPS, and antivirus engines concurrently on dedicated cores. The integrated SEC (security) engine on the ENC variant handles IPsec / SSL offload, but the NonENC P3041NSN1MMB can still offload cryptography via DMA or library code. The 64-bit DDR3 controller with ECC is required to ensure data integrity during deep-packet inspection scans without parity-induced false positives. The Quad-core topology provides raw compute headroom to inspect 1-3 Gbps of traffic without dropping packets. The 0-105C junction range accommodates fanless / sealed enclosures used in office UTM applications.
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Industrial Control Gateways
The P3041NSN1MMB's combination of four PowerPC cores, hardware IOMMU, and multiple PCIe Gen 2 lanes makes it suitable for industrial gateways that bridge EtherCAT, PROFINET, Modbus, and OPC-UA on the factory floor with cloud backhaul. Each core can host a separate real-time OS partition or RTOS (VxWorks, INTEGRITY, Green Hills INTEGRITY) running an industrial protocol stack. The 64-bit DDR3 controller and SerDes lanes enable deterministic low-latency access to industrial I/O modules. The QorIQ platform offers long-term supply stability required for industrial customers. The industrial-temperature 0-105C operating range suits shop-floor deployment where stable cooling is not always available.
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Networked Storage Platforms
The P3041NSN1MMB's Quad-core compute, integrated SATA 2.0 controllers, and on-chip RAID engine (for RAID 5/6) make it a strong fit for SMB NAS / iSCSI / SAN appliances managing up to 8 storage drives. The integrated DDR3 controller with ECC protects against bit-flips, critical for file-system metadata integrity under heavy write workloads. The PCIe lanes support 10 GbE uplinks or SAS host-bus adapters without bridge chips. The 1.2 GHz speed grade delivers enough compute headroom to run ZFS or BTRFS checksumming inline without throughput loss. The same FCBGA package used across speed grades allows vendors to scale performance by changing the SKU only.
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Wireless Backhaul Equipment
The P3041NSN1MMB supports synchronous Ethernet and IEEE 1588 PTP timestamps via its dedicated TDM engine, allowing it to play the role of timing grandmaster in LTE / 5G small-cell backhaul and microwave backhaul radios. The integrated SGMII SerDes pairs directly with fiber PHYs for low-Jitter carrier-grade Ethernet interconnects. Four cores enable separate timing-plane and data-plane workers. The 1.2 GHz frequency point gives deterministic sub-microsecond latency paths through the packet engine. The wide 0-105C junction range suits outdoor enclosures in carrier-aggregated radio hubs.
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Test & Measurement Instrumentation
The P3041NSN1MMB's hardware pattern-matcher and dedicated DMA controllers make it useful as a controller MPU in high-end protocol analyzers and packet capture appliances, where four e500mc cores can simultaneously handle front-panel I/O, classification, compression, and time-stamping. The non-encrypted variant preserves determinism by avoiding any encryption-pipeline coupling. Multiple SerDes lanes receive bursts of 10 GbE data without bus contention. The 1.2 GHz speed grade ensures line-rate classification up to 10 Gbps. The FCBGA enables a single board design across debug, lab, and field-deployed product SKUs.
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Engineering reference data for P3041NSN1MMB — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | P3041NXN1MMB | P3041NSE1NNB | P3041NSE1PNB | P3041NSE1MMB | P3041NXE1NNB | P3041NSN1NNB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors |
| Package | 1295-FCBGA (37.5x37.5) | 1295-FCBGA (37.5x37.5) - same | 1295-FCBGA (37.5x37.5) - same | 1295-FCBGA (37.5x37.5) - same | 1295-FCBGA (37.5x37.5) - same | 1295-FCBGA (37.5x37.5) - same | 1295-FCBGA (37.5x37.5) - same |
| Core Count | 4 e500mc | 4 e500mc | 4 e500mc | 4 e500mc | 4 e500mc | 4 e500mc | 4 e500mc |
| Core Frequency | 1.2 GHz | 1.2 GHz | 1.2 GHz | 1.2 GHz | 1.2 GHz | 1.0 GHz (-17%) | 1.2 GHz |
| Operating Temperature | 0 C to +105 C | -40 C to +105 C (industrial) | 0 C to +105 C | 0 C to +105 C | 0 C to +105 C | -40 C to +105 C (industrial) | 0 C to +105 C |
| Security Engine (SEC) | Disabled (NonENC) | Disabled (NonENC) | Enabled (ENC) | Enabled (ENC) | Enabled (ENC) | Enabled (ENC) | Disabled (NonENC) |
| Architecture | PowerPC e500mc | PowerPC e500mc | PowerPC e500mc | PowerPC e500mc | PowerPC e500mc | PowerPC e500mc | PowerPC e500mc |
| Revision / Trace Code | r1.1 / MMB | r1.1 / MMB | r1.1 / NNB | r1.1 / PNB | r1.1 / MMB | r1.1 / NNB | r1.1 / NNB |
Key Differentiators
- NonENC variant without SEC engine saves firmware validation time (vs P3041NSE1MMB)
- Industrial-temperature variant available within same die/package (vs P3041NXE1NNB)
- Identical core frequency to ENC variants within same speed grade (vs P3041NSE1NNB)
- Traceable single MMB suffix aligns with current NXP factory output (vs P3041NSN1NNB)
Design Notes
The 1295-ball FCBGA requires a minimum 6-layer PCB with controlled-impedance routing for DDR3 and SerDes lanes. Per NXP hardware specifications, use 8 mil micro-vias (laser-drilled) on the signal layers directly beneath the BGA, with a continuous reference (ground) plane on layer 2. Stack-up planning must allocate separate layers for DDR3 address/command, DDR3 data, and SerDes to avoid crosstalk. Use length-matching within 25 mil for DDR3 DQ and within 5 mil for SerDes differential pairs.
Estimated: at full-load operation with four cores active at 1.2 GHz, the P3041NSN1MMB may dissipate 6-9 W typical (final value depends on workload and frequency scaling mode). With a Theta-JA of approximately 8-10 C/W for the FCBGA package, junction-to-ambient temperature rise is in the range of 50-90 C. A heat spreader or direct-attached heat sink is required in commercial airflow conditions. Verify against the 105 C upper junction limit during worst-case system tests.
Do not confuse the NonENC suffix (P3041NSN1MMB) with the ENC-enabled variant - the firmware may expect SEC engine APIs that return errors on NonENC SKUs. Validate operating-temperature suffix (NS = commercial, NX = industrial) before field deployment. Note that the 35C-FCBGA pad array requires exactly 0.5 mm pitch and the FC substrate needs specific solder paste (SAC 305 recommended). Always refer to the latest revision hardware specifications document from NXP.
DDR3 ECC mode is enabled by default on the P3041 and requires proper initialization sequences during reset. All DDR3 traces must be length-matched to within 25 mil and routed with a 50-ohm single-ended impedance (100-ohm differential for clock). Reference voltage (Vref) must be generated from the same regulator as the DDR3 supply. SerDes lanes require a 100-ohm differential impedance with losses held below the budget documented in the NXP hardware specifications.
Compliance Information
RoHS compliant per NXP product page. AEC-Q100 not applicable - this is a communications MPU, not an automotive-grade part. Halogen-free status not explicitly stated in the verified web data.
