P4080NXE7PNAC - QorIQ 8-Core 1.5GHz SoC MPU | NXP
MPN: P4080NXE7PNAC ✗ End of Life| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
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| 1 | $953.26 | $953.26 |
| 10 | $905.1 | $9,051.00 |
| 100 | $857.93 | $85,793.00 |
| 500 | $810.78 | $405,390.00 |
| 1,000 | $763.61 | $763,610.00 |
P4080NXE7PNAC Overview
A microprocessor (MPU) is a single-chip CPU that integrates the central processing unit, memory controllers, and peripheral interfaces on one die. The QorIQ P4 family extends the classic PowerPC e500mc architecture into a heterogeneous multi-core platform with hardware virtualization (user/supervisor/hypervisor privilege levels), secure boot, ECC-protected DDR2/3 memory, and high-speed serial interfaces including 1/10GbE, PCIe, and Serial RapidIO. These functions collectively position the P4080 in the broader taxonomy: microprocessor -> 32-bit embedded processor -> multi-core SoC -> networking/datacom SoC.
Key features of the P4080NXE7PNAC include eight e500mc cores with 32 KB instruction and 32 KB data L1 caches per core plus a private 128 KB L2, 2 MB of shared L3 CoreNet platform cache, DDR2/3 memory controller with ECC supporting up to 1333 MT/s, two 10 Gigabit Ethernet MACs, eight 1 Gigabit Ethernet MACs, three PCIe Gen2 controllers, two Serial RapidIO interfaces, hardware-accelerated SEC for cryptography, and four TDM interfaces. The 45 nm CMOS process and 1.5 GHz core frequency deliver up to 38.4 GMIPS aggregate throughput.
Architecturally, the P4080 employs a coherent CoreNet fabric that lets all eight cores share the platform cache and peripherals with low-latency snoop support. The triple-level instruction translation (user/supervisor/hypervisor) enables KVM-style full virtualization for running multiple OS instances. The integrated SEC (Security Engine) provides hardware-accelerated AES, 3DES, SHA, RSA, and ECC, offloading crypto from the cores.
Typical applications include multi-service edge routers, enterprise and SMB switches, network security appliances (firewall/IPSec), LTE/WiMAX baseband processing, control-plane and data-plane cards on ATCA/AMC platforms, and industrial control with deterministic Ethernet. The wide operating temperature also makes it suitable for ruggedized and military-grade networking equipment.
When designing with this part, allocate a minimum 8-layer PCB stack-up with continuous GND planes under the BGA to control impedance for 1/10GbE and PCIe SERDES. Decouple each core voltage domain with bulk plus high-frequency MLCCs placed within 5 mm of the balls, and follow NXP's AN4105 layout guide for the FCBGA escape. The R3 silicon revision noted in the datasheet reflects NXP's bug-fix revision; verify firmware/RTL compatibility before swapping R3 for R2 silicon.
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Drop-in alternatives for P4080NXE7PNAC — 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 P4080NXE7PNAC (same form factor and footprint) — differing in Mounting Type, Series, Ethernet, Number of Cores, Operating Temperature.
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View Datasheet →P4080NXE7PNAC Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Series | QorIQ P4 |
| Core Architecture | PowerPC e500mc |
| Number of Cores | 8 |
| Core Frequency | 1.5 GHz |
| Operating Temperature | -40C to +105C |
| Package | 1295-pin FCBGA (37.5 x 37.5 mm) |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount (BGA) |
| L1 Cache per Core | 32 KB I-cache + 32 KB D-cache |
| L2 Cache per Core | 128 KB (private) |
| Shared L3 Platform Cache | 2 MB CoreNet |
| Memory Controller | DDR2/3 with ECC up to 1333 MT/s |
| Ethernet | 2 x 10GbE + 8 x 1GbE MACs |
| PCIe | 3 x PCIe Gen2 controllers |
| Serial RapidIO | 2 x Serial RapidIO interfaces |
| Security Engine (SEC) | Yes - AES, 3DES, SHA, RSA, ECC |
| Silicon Revision | R3.0 |
| Supply Voltage | 1.5 V core / 1.8 V / 2.5 V / 3.3 V I/O |
| Process | 45 nm CMOS |
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
P4080NXE7PNAC 1295-pin fcbga (37.5 x 37.5 mm) Pin Configuration Guide
Pin configuration for P4080NXE7PNAC (1295-pin fcbga (37.5 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 P4080NXE7PNAC.
Refer to the datasheet for full pin configuration.
Typical Applications
P4080NXE7PNAC is suitable for 6 applications: Multi-Service Edge Routers, Enterprise and SMB Switches, Network Security Appliances, Wireless Baseband Processing (LTE/WiMAX), ATCA/AMC Control-Plane Cards, Industrial Control with Deterministic Ethernet.
Multi-Service Edge Routers
The P4080NXE7PNAC fits multi-service edge routers because it integrates two 10 Gigabit Ethernet MACs alongside eight 1 GbE MACs, and eight e500mc cores each running at 1.5 GHz provide the route-table lookup throughput required for ACL filtering and QoS at line rate. The Coherent CoreNet fabric keeps routing caches fresh across cores without software locking, while the hardware SEC engine accelerates IPsec/GRE on edge-to-edge tunnels. Placed on an ATCA or AMC carrier, the part handles both control-plane BGP/OSPF and data-plane forwarding simultaneously.
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Enterprise and SMB Switches
Stacked 10 GbE uplinks and 24-port 1 GbE access switching leverage the P4080NXE7PNAC's eight cores running at 1.5 GHz to host L2/L3 forwarding tables in DDR3 with ECC for runtime integrity. The 2 MB shared L3 platform cache reduces external memory traffic for hot ACL entries, while the triple PCIe Gen2 controllers connect to Ethernet PHY/Switch ASIC complexes. Industrial -40C to +105C operation permits silent-fanless configurations in wiring closets.
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Network Security Appliances
The hardware security engine (SEC) of the P4080NXE7PNAC accelerates AES, 3DES, SHA-256, RSA, and ECC at multi-gigabit rates, offloading IPsec VPN and SSL inspection from the e500mc cores. The three privilege levels (user, supervisor, hypervisor) allow a management OS to be isolated from the data-plane OS for tamper resistance. Eight 1.5 GHz cores run concurrent firewall + IDS + VoIP inspection pipelines feeding the two 10 GbE WAN ports.
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Wireless Baseband Processing (LTE/WiMAX)
The P4080NXE7PNAC's eight e500mc cores deliver the deterministic latency needed for LTE PHY/MAC processing when paired with a DSP co-card over Serial RapidIO or PCIe. The 2 MB L3 CoreNet cache absorbs the bursty L2/L3 memory access patterns of baseband algorithms, and the dual Serial RapidIO ports maintain jitter-bounded backhaul to baseband RF front ends. The industrial temperature rating (-40C to +105C) supports outdoor base-station installations.
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ATCA/AMC Control-Plane Cards
On AdvancedTCA or AMC carrier cards, the P4080NXE7PNAC functions as a shelf controller thanks to its 1 GbE and 10 GbE MACs combined with PCIe Gen2 and Serial RapidIO, all routed to backplane channels. The 1295-ball FCBGA envelope fits the 8-layer ATCA Zone-3 board area, and the wide -40C to +105C operating range covers central-office and outside-plant deployments.
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Industrial Control with Deterministic Ethernet
Industrial EtherCAT and Profinet controllers running on the P4080NXE7PNAC benefit from the deterministic SERDES lanes and eight cores running at 1.5 GHz, each able to host a separate deterministic EtherCAT master or motion-control loop. ECC on the DDR2/3 controller protects control tables against bit-flips over long equipment lifecycles, and the industrial-grade temperature range supports cabinet-less and outdoor mounting. Two 1 GbE ports maintain PROFINET IRT class-3 timing.
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Engineering reference data for P4080NXE7PNAC — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | P4081NXE7PNAC | P4081NSE7PNC | P4040NXE7PNAC | P4040NSE7PNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors |
| Package | 1295-pin FCBGA (37.5x37.5 mm) | 1295-pin FCBGA - same | 1295-pin FCBGA - same | 1295-pin FCBGA - same | 1295-pin FCBGA - same |
| Number of Cores | 8 | 8 | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Core Frequency | 1.5 GHz | 1.67 GHz | 1.67 GHz | 1.5 GHz | 1.5 GHz |
| Shared L3 Cache | 2 MB | 2 MB | 2 MB | 2 MB | 2 MB |
| 10GbE MACs | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| PCIe Gen2 Controllers | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Operating Temperature | -40C to +105C | -40C to +105C | -40C to +105C | -40C to +105C | -40C to +105C |
| Silicon Revision | R3.0 (NXE7) | R3.0 (NXE7) | R3.0 (NSE7 step) | R3.0 (NXE7) | R3.0 (NSE7 step) |
| Lifecycle Status | EOL | EOL | EOL | EOL | EOL |
Key Differentiators
- Eight-core e500mc block in single QorIQ P4 silicon (vs P4040NXE7PNAC)
- 1.5 GHz R3.0 silicon stepping with mature firmware support (vs P4081NSE7PNC)
- Industrial-grade -40C to +105C rating (vs P3041NSE1MMB)
Design Notes
Allocate a minimum 8-layer PCB stack-up with continuous GND planes directly beneath the 1295-ball FCBGA to control SERDES impedance for 1/10GbE and PCIe. Ball escape typically uses 0.10 mm laser-drilled microvias in a 1-2-1 build-up on the top two layers. Follow NXP application note AN4105 for BGA fan-out, length-matching the SERDES pairs within the tolerance specified by the routing guidelines.
Decouple each supply rail (1.5 V core, 1.8 V, 2.5 V, 3.3 V I/O) with bulk polymer caps placed within 5 mm of the BGA plus 0402/0201 MLCCs within 1-2 mm of the balls. The eight-core silicon at 1.5 GHz can pull 25-30 A from the core rail during burst workloads; use a multiphase 1.5 V VRM with inductors in the 100-200 nH range and ripple below 3%. Place the boot configuration resistors on the dedicated lane rather than over the BGA.
Estimated: at full load across all eight cores at 1.5 GHz, junction-to-ambient thermal resistance for the 37.5 x 37.5 mm FCBGA in a still-air enclosure yields approximately 220C/W. A heat spreader bonded with a 0.10 mm indium foil plus 1 m/s forced-air cooling cuts junction rise to roughly 35C; design for Tj_max of 110C to maintain the -40C to +105C industrial Tjc operating range. Use a heatsink with thermal interface material rated above 2 W/mK.
Verify silicon revision (R3.0 vs R2.x) before swapping sources; firmware compiled for one revision may rely on errata fixes present only in the newer stepping. Do not populate SERDES lanes that route through the BGA stack-up without series AC-coupling caps at 0.1 uF. The DDR2/3 controller requires the data and address lanes matched to within 5 ps to clear ECC timing margins.
Compliance Information
RoHS compliant per NXP environmental documentation; QorIQ P4 family is industrial-grade but not AEC-Q100 qualified. Halogen-free status not separately documented in retrieved data.
