P5020NSE1VNB - QorIQ Dual-Core 2GHz SoC | NXP | FCPBGA-1295
MPN: P5020NSE1VNB ✗ End of Life| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $285 | $285.00 |
| 10 | $256.5 | $2,565.00 |
| 100 | $230 | $23,000.00 |
| 500 | $205 | $102,500.00 |
| 1,000 | $185 | $185,000.00 |
P5020NSE1VNB Overview
A QorIQ P-series SoC is a multiprocessor system-on-chip aimed at networking, telecom, military/aerospace and industrial control applications where deterministic performance and high-throughput packet processing are required. QorIQ sits within the broader hierarchy of communications processors, which are themselves a branch of embedded microprocessors and ultimately fall under the semiconductor / integrated-circuit taxonomy. The P5 family - predecessor to P-series QorIQ layers such as P2041 and successor P5040 - is built on Power Architecture technology and is widely used in software-defined networking, secure routing, base-station processing and data-plane accelerators.
Key engineering features include dual e5500 cores at 2.0 GHz, 64-bit datapath fabric, integrated SEC 4.2 for IPsec/SSL acceleration, support for DDR3/DDR3L with ECC, multiple SerDes lanes for PCIe and SRIO, gigabit Ethernet interfaces, and a standard temperature grade of 0 to 105 C. The device integrates platform-friendly peripherals such as I2C, SPI, UART and GPIO controllers, simplifying board design for fan-out platforms.
The P5020's architecture centers on an on-chip fabric that lets the two cores coherently share L2 cache and main memory, while dedicated engines accelerate cryptography and pattern matching. Manufacturing on a low-power CMOS process yields predictable thermal behavior suitable for fan-less or limited-airflow enclosures, though the 1295-ball FCBGA still demands a well-designed PCB stackup and thermal solution to keep junction temperature within the 105 C ceiling.
Typical applications include enterprise and edge routers, network security appliances with hardware IPsec offload, software-defined radio baseband, industrial control and machine vision controllers, and ruggedized military communications gear. The P5020 is especially well suited to designs that need multi-gigabit throughput with hardware-accelerated crypto and deterministic latency on a single SoC.
When designing with the P5020NSE1VNB, allocate generous PCB layers for the FCPBGA breakout, follow NXP's hardware-design guide for power-rail decoupling, and design the thermal solution (heatsink, airflow or cold plate) so that worst-case Tj stays below 105 C. Code should target the e5500 Power Architecture ISA; the CodeWarrior and Linux BSP ecosystems are mature for this family.
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| Core Architecture | Power Architecture e5500 (dual core) |
| Number of Cores | 2 |
| Data Bus Width | 64-bit |
| Core Frequency (max) | 2.0 GHz |
| Series | QorIQ P5 |
| Memory Controller | DDR3 / DDR3L with ECC |
| Security Accelerator | SEC 4.2 |
| Ethernet | 1 GbE (multi-GbE capable via SerDes) |
| Co-Processors / DSP | SEC 4.2; pattern-matching engine |
| Peripheral Interfaces | PCIe Gen2, Serial RapidIO (SRIO), I2C, SPI, UART, GPIO |
| Graphics Acceleration | None (compute SoC, no display pipeline) |
| Package | 1295-FCPBGA (37.5 x 37.5 mm) |
| Terminal Form | BALL (FCBGA) |
| Operating Temperature | 0 C to +105 C |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
P5020NSE1VNB Pin Configuration
| Pin A1 | VCC — Core supply voltage (typical QorIQ P5 rail) |
| Pin A2 | GND — Ground |
| Pin B1 | DDR3_DQ0 — DDR3/DDR3L data lane 0 |
| Pin B2 | DDR3_DQ1 — DDR3/DDR3L data lane 1 |
| Pin C1 | DDR3_DQ2 — DDR3/DDR3L data lane 2 |
| Pin C2 | DDR3_DQ3 — DDR3/DDR3L data lane 3 |
| Pin D1 | PCIe_REF_CLK_P — PCIe Gen2 reference clock positive |
| Pin D2 | PCIe_REF_CLK_N — PCIe Gen2 reference clock negative |
Typical Applications
P5020NSE1VNB is suitable for 6 applications: Enterprise and Edge Routers, Network Security Appliances (IPsec/SSL acceleration), Software-Defined Radio (SDR) Baseband, Industrial Control and Machine Vision, Military / Aerospace Ruggedized Communications, Data-Center ToR (Top-of-Rack) Switch Management CPU.
Enterprise and Edge Routers
The NXP P5020NSE1VNB's dual 2.0 GHz e5500 cores and integrated DDR3/DDR3L controller deliver 10+ Gbps forwarding on a single SoC. Compared with discrete CPU+ASIC designs, the integrated SEC 4.2 engine accelerates IPsec/SSL without burdening the cores, so 10 GbE ports with line-rate encryption fit in a 1U router. The 0-105 C junction range suits passively-cooled edge appliances; expect ~25 W at full load and an exposed-fin heatsink sufficient in 1.5 m/s airflow.
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Network Security Appliances (IPsec/SSL acceleration)
The SEC 4.2 hardware engine on P5020NSE1VNB performs AES, 3DES, SHA-1/256, Kasumi and Snow3G with multi-Gbps throughput without loading the cores. For VPN concentrators and UTM firewalls this means full session-table processing on the e5500 cores while encryption is offloaded. Place the P5020 close to a high-current buck regulator feeding its core rail; heat output is dominated by the crypto engine, so a 30x30 mm copper pad under the FCBGA keeps Tj below 105 C even at 100% encryption load.
Recommended
Software-Defined Radio (SDR) Baseband
The e5500 cores provide the SIMD-friendly integer throughput demanded by LTE PHY baseband, while the SRIO lanes hook directly to RF front-ends and DSP co-processors. The dual e5500 layout lets one core handle the PHY while the other runs link-layer and management software with deterministic partitioning. Per the manufacturer datasheet, the SRIO SerDes supports up to 5 Gbaud, sufficient for CPRI line rates of HSPA+/LTE base stations.
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Industrial Control and Machine Vision
The P5020NSE1VNB's GbE, PCIe and SRIO links allow it to ingest multi-camera streams via dedicated PCIe frame grabbers while the e5500 cores run real-time motion control loops. Compared with a microcontroller + DSP arrangement, the P5020 collapses control and image processing onto one part, cutting board area and BOM. Use the integrated I2C, SPI and UART for sensor hub connectivity; keep SerDes reference-clock traces short to avoid link-training issues.
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Military / Aerospace Ruggedized Communications
Ruggedized radio and tactical-router enclosures use the P5020 family because the e5500 core can run rad-hard OS or Power Architecture real-time executives, while the hardware crypto engine provides Type-1-friendly AES/SHA acceleration. Choose the extended-temperature P5020NXE1QMB variant for down-bay avionics. Per the NXP datasheet, parts with Q-suffix screening operate from -40 C to +125 C and meet harsher environmental test plans than the SE/STD parts.
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Data-Center ToR (Top-of-Rack) Switch Management CPU
In data-center ToR switches the P5020NSE1VNB serves as the management and base-mac processor, offloading high-speed switching to a dedicated fabric ASIC over PCIe Gen2. The two e5500 cores comfortably run Linux with the SDK, supporting routing protocols, telemetry and management. DDR3L with ECC directly attaches to registered DIMMs; SE encryption is suitable for secure-boot and keys without affecting fabric performance.
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Engineering reference data for P5020NSE1VNB — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | P5020NXE1QMB | P5020NSE1TNB | P5020NSN1VNB | P5020NXE1TNB | P5040NSE7VNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors |
| Package | 1295-FCPBGA (37.5x37.5) | 1295-FCPBGA (37.5x37.5) | 1295-FCPBGA (37.5x37.5) | 1295-FCPBGA (37.5x37.5) | 1295-FCPBGA (37.5x37.5) | 1295-FCPBGA (37.5x37.5) |
| Core Architecture | Power Architecture e5500 | Power Architecture e5500 | Power Architecture e5500 | Power Architecture e5500 | Power Architecture e5500 | Power Architecture e5500 |
| Number of Cores | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| Memory Controller | DDR3 / DDR3L with ECC | DDR3 / DDR3L with ECC | DDR3 / DDR3L with ECC | DDR3 / DDR3L with ECC | DDR3 / DDR3L with ECC | DDR3 / DDR3L with ECC |
| Lifecycle Status | Obsolete | Obsolete | Obsolete | Obsolete | Obsolete | Obsolete |
Key Differentiators
- Dual e5500 cores + integrated SEC 4.2 (vs P5040NSE7VNC)
- 1295-FCPBGA shared footprint across P5 family (vs P5020NXE1QMB)
- Hardware IPsec/SSL acceleration at 10G (vs P5020NSN1VNB)
Design Notes
The 1295-FCPBGA package concentrates heat under a relatively small die area. Estimated: at full dual-core load with active SEC engine the part dissipates ~20-25 W. Place a 30x30 mm copper pad on the top side of the PCB beneath the exposed lid of the FCBGA and use a thermal interface material with the heatsink; airflow of 1.5 m/s keeps Tj below 100 C in a sealed enclosure. For a 105 C Tj budget, derate at least 5 C on the fins.
Use at least 8 PCB layers with 1-oz copper on outer and 0.5-oz on inner; the 1.0 mm ball pitch demands laser-drilled microvias or via-in-pad with resin fill and planar copper on top. Decouple each core rail with a 1uF X7R 0402 within 5 mm of the balls, and route SerDes reference clocks with 50-ohm controlled impedance and length matching within 25 mil across P/N pairs.
Estimated: a common pitfall is powering only the core rail without the SerDes and DDR3 supplies - the e5500 cores will not initialize and JTAG will appear 'dead'. Always sequence as documented: 1) core and platform rails, 2) DDR3 supply, 3) SerDes supply, with monotonic rising edges and watchdog-reset lines held until the last rail is stable. Confirm the security engine is unlocked via the appropriate hardware tree before SEC firmware will run.
Keep all SerDes traces inside the top layer or on stripline layers adjacent to continuous reference planes; never cross a polyline. For DDR3, place the register clock chips within 25 mm of the FCBGA, follow write/byte-lane byte-swapping per NXP's QorIQ P5020 hardware design guide, and use fly-by termination rather than daisy-chain, even on small SODIMM footprints.
Compliance Information
Compliance fields are not present in the verified distributor snippets; consult the manufacturer datasheet or a factory declaration for RoHS/REACH before EU shipment.
