T2080NXE8PTB - QorIQ 8x 1.5GHz 64-bit MPU, 4x10GE | NXP
MPN: T2080NXE8PTB ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $425 | $425.00 |
| 10 | $395 | $3,950.00 |
| 100 | $365 | $36,500.00 |
| 500 | $335 | $167,500.00 |
| 1,000 | $305 | $305,000.00 |
T2080NXE8PTB Overview
A communications processor (CP) is a specialized microprocessor that combines general-purpose CPU cores with tightly integrated networking, security, and memory subsystems, occupying a tier between application processors and standalone network ASICs. Within the embedded taxonomy, the T2080 belongs to the QorIQ T2 series, which itself descends from Power Architecture-based communications platforms spanning L2/L3 switches, base stations, and edge routers. The e6500 core brings the architectural lineage of the T4240 flagship into a more power- and pin-efficient package.
Key differentiating specifications include the e6500 dual-threaded core (eight hardware threads across four physical cores), 1.87 GT/s DDR3/DDR3L with ECC, four integrated 10 GbE MACs plus additional lower-speed Ethernet, hardware crypto acceleration, and -40C to +105C industrial temperature range support. The combination of 10 GbE MACs with hardware crypto acceleration in a single 28 nm die enables line-rate secure processing without off-chip coprocessors.
The T2080 architecture implements the Book-E enhanced Power ISA with hypervisor-aware virtualization, a coherent fabric interconnecting cores and I/O, and queue manager acceleration for buffer descriptors. The integrated security engine supports symmetric ciphers, public-key algorithms, and true random number generation, offloading what would otherwise consume CPU cycles. Dynamic power management scales per-core frequency and voltage independently, allowing designers to trade throughput against thermals in thermally constrained SFP-router and MEC platforms.
Typical applications for the T2080NXE8PTB include enterprise routers, multi-service switches, network-attached storage controllers, industrial gateways, LTE/5G small-cell base stations, and network security appliances. The integrated 4x10G plus multi-port 1G/2.5G Ethernet and hardware crypto make it especially suited for IPsec/SSL VPN gateways and line-rate deep-packet inspection systems.
A key design consideration is PCB layout for the 896-ball FCBGA - a multilayer PCB with a continuous ground plane beneath the package is required for signal integrity of the multi-GHz SerDes lanes. Designers must also provide robust heatsinking because at 1.533 GHz the T2080 dissipates substantial power; airflow of at least 200 LFM is typically required for full-speed industrial operation.
This page synthesizes distributor pricing, drop-in alternatives, design notes, and comparison tables that go beyond the manufacturer datasheet, helping procurement and design teams make informed decisions for next-generation networking platforms.
Drop-in alternatives for T2080NXE8PTB — same package, pin-to-pin compatible. Different-package parts requiring PCB rework are excluded.
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| Manufacturer | NXP Semiconductors |
| Series | QorIQ T2 (T2080) |
| Core Processor | PowerPC e6500 (64-bit, dual-threaded) |
| Number of Cores / Threads | 4 cores / 8 threads (8x 1.5 GHz) |
| Core Speed | 1.533 GHz |
| Process Technology | 28 nm |
| RAM Controller | DDR3 / DDR3L with ECC, up to 1.87 GT/s |
| Ethernet | 4x 10 GbE + multi-port 1G/2.5G |
| Cryptography | Hardware-accelerated, crypto enabled |
| Package | 896-FCBGA (FC-PBGA) 25x25 mm |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Operating Temperature | -40C to +105C (industrial) |
T2080NXE8PTB 896-fcbga (fc-pbga) 25x25 mm Pin Configuration Guide
Pin configuration for T2080NXE8PTB (896-fcbga (fc-pbga) 25x25 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 T2080NXE8PTB.
Refer to the datasheet for full pin configuration.
Typical Applications
T2080NXE8PTB is suitable for 6 applications: Enterprise Routers, Network Security Appliances, LTE and 5G Small-Cell Base Stations, Network-Attached Storage Controllers, Industrial IoT Gateways, Edge Compute / MEC Platforms.
Enterprise Routers
The T2080NXE8PTB is well suited for mid-range enterprise and branch-office routers because its four integrated 10 Gigabit Ethernet MACs directly support 10G WAN uplink plus multi-port 1G/2.5G Ethernet for LAN aggregation without external MACs. Its hardware-accelerated cryptography enables line-rate IPsec/SSL VPN termination alongside routing throughput, and the 1.87 GT/s DDR3 controller provides sufficient memory bandwidth for routing tables and flow state. Designers can place the T2080 directly between the 10G PHYs and DDR3 RDIMMs, eliminating an external switch ASIC for small/medium enterprise systems. Compared to a general-purpose SoC, the T2080's PowerPC e6500 cores deliver better deterministic packet-processing latency at full 10G line rate.
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Network Security Appliances
The T2080NXE8PTB is ideal for next-generation firewalls, UTM, and IPS/IDS appliances because hardware crypto acceleration offloads AES, 3DES, SHA, and public-key operations, leaving the e6500 cores available for stateful packet inspection. The four 10 GbE interfaces provide separate ports for WAN, LAN, DMZ, and management while maintaining line-rate throughput on all ports simultaneously. Hardware virtualization allows security vendors to run multiple virtual functions on a single SoC for consolidated edge platforms. The industrial -40 to +105C temperature range enables deployment in unconditioned outdoor enclosures where commercial-grade processors would throttle or fail.
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LTE and 5G Small-Cell Base Stations
The T2080NXE8PTB fits small-cell base station baseband processing because its e6500 dual-threaded cores handle L1/L2 protocol stacks while hardware crypto secures the S1/N2 interfaces. The integrated 10G Ethernet supports fronthaul or backhaul aggregation, and the 1.87 GT/s DDR3 controller buffers radio frame data with ECC protection for carrier-grade reliability. The industrial temperature grade meets ETSI outdoor cabinet requirements without additional ruggedization. Power management allows the device to scale down during low-traffic periods, reducing energy consumption in dense urban small-cell deployments.
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Network-Attached Storage Controllers
The T2080NXE8PTB is suited for enterprise NAS controller cards because its DDR3 controller with ECC provides reliable memory for filesystem metadata caches, while the 10 GbE interfaces aggregate multiple LAN clients at line rate. Hardware crypto accelerates SMB3 and NFSv4.1 Kerberos/session encryption without CPU overhead. The industrial temperature range supports deployment in datacenter edge racks and harsh-environment storage enclosures. Software RAID and ZFS implementations benefit from the four-core processing capacity for background resilvering operations.
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Industrial IoT Gateways
The T2080NXE8PTB is a strong fit for industrial protocol gateways because its multi-port Ethernet and SerDes flexibility can bridge PROFINET, EtherCAT, Modbus TCP, and OPC UA traffic in factory automation environments. Hardware crypto secures OPC UA pub/sub communications, and the e6500 cores run containerized protocol stacks with virtualization support. The -40 to +105C temperature range meets industrial cabinet requirements without active cooling. The 10 GbE uplinks aggregate multiple lower-speed fieldbus segments into a single high-speed uplink to the SCADA or cloud layer.
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Edge Compute / MEC Platforms
The T2080NXE8PTB is well suited for Multi-access Edge Computing (MEC) nodes because its hardware virtualization partitions the device into multiple isolated network functions while the 10 GbE interfaces handle subscriber data plane traffic. The integrated crypto engine secures subscriber traffic and MEC platform APIs at line rate without impacting throughput. The DDR3 controller with ECC supports in-memory caching of subscriber state, and the 28 nm process keeps power consumption low enough for distributed MEC deployments. The industrial temperature grade supports outdoor or street-cabinet MEC installations.
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Engineering reference data for T2080NXE8PTB — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | T2081NXE8PTB | T2080NXE8MQLB | T2080NXE8MQB | T2080NXN8PTB | T2080NSE8MQB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors |
| Package | 896-FCBGA (25x25 mm) | 896-FCBGA (25x25 mm) - same | 896-FCBGA (25x25 mm) - same | 896-FCBGA (25x25 mm) - same | 896-FCBGA (25x25 mm) - same | 896-FCBGA (25x25 mm) - same |
| Core Speed | 1.533 GHz | 1.8 GHz | 1.533 GHz | 1.2 GHz | 1.533 GHz | 1.2 GHz |
| Cores / Threads | 4 cores / 8 threads | 4 cores / 8 threads | 4 cores / 8 threads | 4 cores / 8 threads | 4 cores / 8 threads | 4 cores / 8 threads |
| Operating Temperature | -40C to +105C | -40C to +105C | 0C to +105C | 0C to +105C | -40C to +105C | 0C to +105C |
| DDR3/3L Speed | 1.87 GT/s | 1.87 GT/s | 1.87 GT/s | 1.87 GT/s | 1.87 GT/s | 1.87 GT/s |
| 10 GbE Interfaces | 4x 10G | 4x 10G | 4x 10G | 4x 10G | 4x 10G | 4x 10G |
| Hardware Crypto | Yes (enabled) | Yes (enabled) | Yes (enabled) | Yes (enabled) | No (disabled) | Yes (enabled) |
Key Differentiators
- Highest-clock industrial-temp 4-core QorIQ in 896-FCBGA (vs T2080NXE8MQB)
- Crypto-enabled for line-rate IPsec/SSL acceleration (vs T2080NXN8PTB)
- Performance headroom with same socket (vs T2081NXE8PTB)
Design Notes
The 896-ball FCBGA package at 1.0 mm pitch requires a minimum 8-layer PCB with microvia-in-pad technology and a continuous ground plane directly beneath the BGA. High-speed SerDes traces must maintain 100 ohm differential impedance with length matching to within 5 mils to meet 10 GbE signal integrity. Dedicated power planes are required for the core rail (typically 1.0 V) and SerDes rail (typically 1.0/1.2 V) with bulk decoupling within 100 mils of the BGA balls. NXP hardware design guides recommend an HDI stackup with 0.5 oz copper on outer layers to manage current density on power delivery.
Estimated: at 1.533 GHz with all four e6500 cores active and typical packet-processing workloads, the T2080NXE8PTB dissipates between 20 W and 35 W. A heatsink with thermal resistance below 1.0 C/W plus at least 200 LFM airflow is required for sustained full-speed operation across the -40 to +105C industrial temperature range. Use a thermal interface material (TIM) with conductivity above 3 W/m-K. For sealed outdoor enclosures, design for ambient +30C with 1.5 C/W total thermal resistance including TIM, heatsink, and chassis conduction paths.
DDR3/3L memory interface at 1.87 GT/s requires write leveling and gate training per the JEDEC JESD79-3 DDR3 standard. Match all byte lane DQ/DQS traces within 25 mils of the corresponding clock and use fly-by topology for command/address signals. Implement on-die termination (ODT) and calibrate drive strength in the bootloader per NXP hardware design guidance. Power-on sequence must follow the rail ordering specified in the datasheet to avoid latch-up; typically core before SerDes before DDR3 with monotonic ramp rates above 1 V/ms.
Do not assume the T2080NXE8MQB is a drop-in replacement for the T2080NXE8PTB - the MQB runs at only 1.2 GHz versus 1.533 GHz and has a commercial 0-105C range versus the PTB's -40 to +105C industrial range. Verify the exact suffix code in the part marking before sourcing. NXP part numbers encode speed, temperature, and crypto features in the suffix; an N suffix indicates crypto-not-enabled. Always order from authorized distributors because counterfeit QorIQ processors with remarking have been observed in the open market.
Compliance Information
Detailed compliance info not available in the verified web data. The T2080NXE8PTB is an industrial-grade communication processor; AEC-Q100 does not apply to communications processors. RoHS/REACH status should be confirmed against the manufacturer product declaration.
