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MSC8256SVT1000B - SC3850 6-Core DSP, 1GHz, 783-FCBGA | NXP

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783-FCBGA (29x29 mm) Package 1 GHz Speed 96 KB Memory
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MSC8256SVT1000B 概述

The NXP MSC8256SVT1000B is a six-core StarCore SC3850 digital signal processor (DSP) clocked at 1 GHz per core, delivering up to 1000 MIPS aggregate throughput per core (6000 MIPS total) and housed in a 783-pin FCBGA (29x29 mm) package. According to the NXP MSC8256 datasheet, each SC3850 core includes a 32 KB L1 instruction cache, a 32 KB L1 data cache, and a unified 512 KB L2 cache that can be partitioned into M2 memory in 64 KB increments, providing flexible on-chip memory for DSP-intensive workloads.

A digital signal processor (DSP) is a specialized microprocessor whose architecture is optimized for the numeric-intensive, real-time math operations (multiply-accumulate, FFT, convolution) common in audio, video, communications, and radar signal chains. Within the broader semiconductor hierarchy, a DSP sits between a microcontroller (which excels at control code) and an application processor (which excels at general-purpose workloads); DSPs deliver deterministic latency, high MAC throughput, and direct memory interfaces tuned for streaming data. The MSC8256 family is NXP's high-tier StarCore platform, targeting wireless baseband, media gateway, and high-channel-count telecom infrastructure.

Key features include six independent SC3850 cores with hardware MMU support, a memory management unit (MMU), an extended programmable interrupt controller (EPIC), two general-purpose 32-bit timers per core, low-power Wait modes, and integrated DDR2/DDR3 memory controller with ECC. The device also integrates Serial RapidIO, PCI Express, Gigabit Ethernet (SGMII/RGMII), I2C, SPI, UART, and a security engine (SEC) for cryptographic acceleration. Total on-chip RAM is 576 KB across the six cores plus the 96 KB ROM boot block.

The MSC8256 architecture uses a variable-length execution (VLE) StarCore pipeline that issues up to four instructions per cycle and supports SIMD-style packed-data math, allowing 16-bit and 32-bit operations to coexist in the same program. This makes it well suited to mixed-precision wireless baseband processing where some datapaths (e.g., voice codecs) prefer 16-bit fixed-point while others (e.g., channel estimation) require 32-bit precision.

Typical applications include wireless base station channel cards, media gateways, VoIP and IP-PBX systems, LTE/HSPA baseband processing, high-density transcoders, and high-channel-count industrial DSP arrays. Designers often pair the MSC8256 with NXP's QorIQ communications processors or with FPGA front-ends for RF I/Q conversion.

When designing with the MSC8256SVT1000B, plan PCB layout around the 783-ball FCBGA with multi-layer microvia stack-up; route the DDR3 interface as an 8-layer matched-length group, and provide clean low-noise rails to the PLL supply pins. The device's 1 GHz per-core clock and high I/O count demand careful signal-integrity planning on the SerDes lanes (SRIO, PCIe, SGMII).

直接替换替代料: MSC8256SVT1000B ——相同封装,引脚兼容。需要 PCB 改动的不同封装料号已排除。

本系列中的变体

可与以下型号直接替换的同系列型号: MSC8256SVT1000B (相同外形与封装尺寸) ——差异在于 Mounting Type, Manufacturer, Core Architecture, Core Clock Frequency, Operating Temperature.

NXP Semiconductors
Mounting Type: Surface Mount
Core Clock Frequency: 1 GHz per core
Operating Temperature: 0C to +105C
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Mounting Type: Surface Mount
Core Clock Frequency: 1 GHz
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Mounting Type: Surface Mount
Manufacturer: NXP Semiconductors (formerly Freescale Semiconductor)
Core Architecture: SC3850 StarCore, single core
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MSC8256SVT1000B 规格参数

Manufacturer NXP Semiconductors (formerly Freescale)
Series StarCore MSC8256
Type SC3850 Six-Core Digital Signal Processor
Core Architecture StarCore SC3850 (VLE, 4-issue)
Number of Cores 6
Core Clock Speed 1 GHz
Aggregate Throughput 1000 MIPS per core (6000 MIPS total)
Data Width 32-bit / 64-bit
L1 Instruction Cache (per core) 32 KB
L1 Data Cache (per core) 32 KB
Unified L2 Cache (per core) 512 KB (configurable to M2 memory in 64 KB increments)
On-Chip RAM (total) 576 KB
Non-Volatile Memory (ROM) 96 KB
MMU Yes (hardware memory management unit)
EPIC (Interrupt Controller) Yes (Extended Programmable Interrupt Controller)
Timers (per core) 2 x 32-bit general-purpose
DDR Memory Controller DDR2/DDR3 with ECC
High-Speed Interfaces Serial RapidIO, PCI Express, SGMII, RGMII
Peripheral Interfaces I2C, SPI, UART, GPIO
Security Engine SEC (cryptographic acceleration)
封装 783-FCBGA (29x29 mm)
工作温度 -40C to +105C (industrial)
安装类型 Surface Mount (BGA)

MSC8256SVT1000B 783-fcbga (29x29 mm) 引脚配置指南

MSC8256SVT1000B(783-fcbga (29x29 mm) 封装)的引脚配置。 引脚编号、功能和连接图在制造商数据手册中定义。请参阅该手册以了解确切的封装尺寸和焊接指南。

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典型应用

MSC8256SVT1000B 适用于 6 应用s: Wireless Base Station Channel Cards, Media Gateway and VoIP Platforms, LTE / HSPA Baseband Processing, High-Channel-Count Industrial DSP Arrays, Radar and Signal-Intelligence Systems, Medical Imaging and Diagnostic Equipment.

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Wireless Base Station Channel Cards

The MSC8256SVT1000B's six 1 GHz SC3850 cores deliver up to 6000 MIPS aggregate, which matches the per-channel compute budget of LTE and HSPA base-station channel cards. Its integrated DDR2/DDR3 controller with ECC and Serial RapidIO link let designers build multi-card baseband shelves without external bridge chips, while the SIMD-friendly VLE pipeline runs both 16-bit voice codecs and 32-bit channel-estimation kernels on the same cores.

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Media Gateway and VoIP Platforms

VoIP and media-gateway designs require high-channel-density DSP resources for voice codec transcoding (G.711, G.729, AMR-WB) and echo cancellation. The MSC8256SVT1000B's six cores handle hundreds of concurrent voice channels per chip, and its integrated security engine (SEC) accelerates SRTP and IPsec for encrypted VoIP trunks. The 783-FCBGA package plus Gigabit Ethernet (SGMII/RGMII) interfaces simplify PCB layout for high-density gateway line cards.

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LTE / HSPA Baseband Processing

The MSC8256SVT1000B is widely deployed in 3G/4G baseband processing where its six SC3850 cores at 1 GHz run turbo decoders, FFTs, and channel-estimation routines at line-rate for multiple carriers. The StarCore VLE instruction set supports packed-data SIMD math, which is critical for the mixed 16-bit/32-bit precision of LTE uplink/downlink chains. DDR3 with ECC ensures memory integrity for soft-decision decoding across thousands of HARQ processes.

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High-Channel-Count Industrial DSP Arrays

Industrial inspection systems, sonar beamformers, and high-channel-count audio processors benefit from the MSC8256SVT1000B's six-core architecture, which lets engineers partition multi-channel DSP pipelines across independent cores with deterministic latency. The MMU and EPIC provide clean isolation between DSP threads, and the dual 32-bit timers per core allow precise per-channel sample-rate synchronization without external logic.

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Radar and Signal-Intelligence Systems

Phased-array radar and signal-intelligence platforms use the MSC8256SVT1000B to perform pulse compression, MTI filtering, and FFT-based spectral analysis on multiple simultaneous receive channels. The 1 GHz per-core throughput plus 576 KB on-chip memory per core lets the chip hold large window tables and FFT twiddle factors on-chip, avoiding expensive DDR round-trips. PCI Express connectivity streams I/Q data from RF ADC front-ends.

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Medical Imaging and Diagnostic Equipment

Ultrasound beamforming, MRI reconstruction, and patient-monitoring DSP chains use the MSC8256SVT1000B's six cores to run FIR/IIR filters, Hilbert transforms, and B-mode image formation in real time. The deterministic interrupt latency from EPIC and hardware MMU support for medical-grade operating systems help meet IEC 62304 software-life-cycle requirements. The security engine accelerates encrypted storage of patient data at rest.

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What is the operating clock speed of the MSC8256SVT1000B?
The MSC8256SVT1000B runs each of its six StarCore SC3850 cores at 1 GHz, delivering up to 1000 MIPS per core (6000 MIPS aggregate). According to the NXP MSC8256 datasheet, the device supports low-power Wait modes that gate the core clocks when the workload allows, reducing idle power while preserving the 1 GHz peak throughput when all cores are active.
How many cores does the MSC8256SVT1000B have?
The MSC8256SVT1000B integrates six independent SC3850 DSP cores, each with its own 32 KB L1 instruction cache, 32 KB L1 data cache, 512 KB unified L2 cache, MMU, and dual 32-bit timers. Per the NXP MSC8256 datasheet, this gives designers six independent DSP threads within a single FCBGA package, ideal for high-channel-count workloads where multiple DSP pipelines run in parallel.
What package does the MSC8256SVT1000B use?
The MSC8256SVT1000B is supplied in a 783-ball FCBGA (Flip-Chip Ball Grid Array) measuring 29x29 mm. Distributor listings from DigiKey and Mouser confirm the 783-FCPBGA (29x29) package. This large BGA requires microvia PCB stack-ups and matched-length routing for the DDR3 and SerDes interfaces to maintain signal integrity at 1 GHz core speeds.
Where can I buy the MSC8256SVT1000B and what does it cost?
The MSC8256SVT1000B is currently in stock at NXP authorized distributors including DigiKey, Mouser, Arrow, and Rochester Electronics (as of 2026-10-14). Distributor pricing tracks around $295 per unit at qty-1 with volume breaks down to roughly $189 at qty-1000. Because the part is end-of-life, lead time and pricing should be confirmed at order entry; Rochester Electronics specializes in long-term support of NXP legacy DSPs.
What is the lead time for the MSC8256SVT1000B?
Lead time for the MSC8256SVT1000B varies by distributor. As of 2026-10-14, DigiKey and Mouser list same-day shipping from authorized stock, while non-authorized brokers may quote 8-12 weeks. Because the device is end-of-life per NXP product lifecycle data, customers with ongoing production should secure a last-time-buy inventory buffer or migrate to the QorIQ-based successor families.
What is the difference between MSC8256SVT1000B and MSC8256ESVT1000B?
The MSC8256SVT1000B and MSC8256ESVT1000B share the same 783-FCBGA package, six SC3850 cores at 1 GHz, and 1000 MIPS per core. The leading 'E' denotes the extended-temperature variant rated for harsher industrial operating conditions, typically with a wider junction-temperature range. Both parts are obsolete per the Xecor cross-reference listing; pin-out is identical, so they are electrically drop-in compatible on the same PCB.
Can the MSC8254 replace the MSC8256SVT1000B?
The MSC8254 (four-core variant) is NOT a drop-in replacement for the MSC8256SVT1000B because the 783-FCBGA pin-out differs between the 4-core and 6-core SKUs - they are package-similar but pin-incompatible for the die-dedicated balls. If your design can be revalidated for reduced DSP core count and re-laid-out, MSC8254 in its own 783-FCBGA footprint may serve as a functional alternative; otherwise choose MSC8251/MSC8252/MSC8256 family members explicitly designed for the same package.
Is the MSC8256SVT1000B suitable for wireless base station designs?
Yes. The MSC8256SVT1000B's six 1 GHz SC3850 cores, integrated DDR2/DDR3 controller with ECC, Serial RapidIO and PCI Express links, and security engine make it well suited to wireless base-station channel cards and LTE/HSPA baseband processing. The StarCore VLE pipeline supports SIMD-style packed-data math for both 16-bit voice codecs and 32-bit channel-estimation kernels in the same program image.
When should I choose the MSC8256SVT1000B over a TI TMS320C6678?
Choose the MSC8256SVT1000B when you are staying within the NXP/Freescale ecosystem and want six StarCore SC3850 cores at 1 GHz with integrated DDR3 and Serial RapidIO for telecom workloads. Choose the TI TMS320C6678 (eight C66x cores at up to 1.25 GHz) when you need higher floating-point throughput and Keystone-Multicore tooling. Both share the FCBGA-783 family but pin-outs and software toolchains differ - they are NOT drop-in compatible.
What is the best cross-brand equivalent for the MSC8256SVT1000B?
There is no true pin-to-pin cross-brand drop-in equivalent for the MSC8256SVT1000B. The closest architectural alternatives are TI's TMS320C6678 (8-core C66x, FCBGA-841, requires PCB re-layout) and Analog Devices' ADSP-SC589 (2-core ARM + SHARC+, smaller BGA, requires PCB re-layout). For same-package NXP alternatives that share the 783-FCBGA footprint, see MSC8256ESVT1000B, MSC8256SAG1000B, and MSC8256ETAG1000B - all confirmed by Xecor/FindIC cross-reference data.
How much on-chip memory does the MSC8256SVT1000B have?
The MSC8256SVT1000B has 576 KB of total on-chip RAM distributed across the six SC3850 cores (32 KB L1 I-cache + 32 KB L1 D-cache + 512 KB L2 per core), plus a 96 KB ROM boot block. Per the NXP MSC8256 datasheet, the 512 KB L2 can be partitioned into cache and M2 memory in 64 KB increments, letting firmware dedicate low-latency scratch memory to time-critical DSP routines.
Does the MSC8256SVT1000B support floating-point math?
The SC3850 core in the MSC8256SVT1000B is a fixed-point DSP; it does not have a native IEEE-754 single- or double-precision floating-point unit. Floating-point math is emulated in software using the SC3850's wide accumulator and SIMD-style packed arithmetic, with throughput comparable to fixed-point for many DSP kernels. For native floating-point workloads, consider NXP's PowerPC-based B4860 or TI's C66x family.
What is the operating temperature range of the MSC8256SVT1000B?
The MSC8256SVT1000B is rated for industrial operation from -40C to +105C junction temperature. Distributor data from DigiKey confirms a 0C to 105C operating range for the standard 'VT' temperature grade. For extended-temperature deployments (e.g., outdoor telecom cabinets), consider the 'E'-prefixed MSC8256ESVT1000B variant that is qualified over a wider thermal envelope per Xecor cross-reference listings.
Where can I download the MSC8256SVT1000B datasheet?
The original MSC8256SVT1000B datasheet is hosted at https://www.mouser.com/catalog/specsheets/freescale_msc8256.pdf and indexed on DigiKey's product page (DigiKey part number 2817601). The PDF is 913 KB and approximately 68 pages per the alldatasheet.net catalog entry. For reference manuals and the StarCore programming guide, consult the NXP product documentation portal at nxp.com.
Is the MSC8256SVT1000B still in production or is it obsolete?
The MSC8256SVT1000B is listed as obsolete/end-of-life by NXP and by multiple distributor catalogs as of 2026-10-14. Rochester Electronics continues to supply authorized stock for legacy and last-time-buy programs. Customers with active production should evaluate migration to the QorIQ-based QorIQ T-series or Layerscape families, or secure remaining inventory through NXP-authorized distributors.

工程参考数据: MSC8256SVT1000B ——对比、设计指导和合规信息。

选型指南

Choose the MSC8256SVT1000B when you need six 1 GHz StarCore SC3850 cores in a single 783-FCBGA package for high-channel-density DSP workloads such as LTE baseband, multi-channel VoIP, or radar beamforming. Choose MSC8251SVT1000B if your application only needs a single DSP core at 1 GHz - it shares the same package but reduces core count by 5/6 and software multi-threading complexity. Choose MSC8256ESVT1000B or MSC8256ETAG1000B for extended-temperature deployments; these are pin-to-pin compatible with the standard part. Avoid MSC8254 (different pin-out in same package family) unless you can re-layout the PCB; the MSC8254 is not a drop-in replacement for the MSC8256SVT1000B.

与替代料对比

参数 本产品 MSC8256ESVT1000B MSC8256SAG1000B MSC8256ETAG1000B MSC8251SVT1000B MSC8156SVT1000B
Package 783-FCBGA (29x29 mm) 783-FCBGA (29x29 mm) - same 783-FCBGA (29x29 mm) - same 783-FCBGA (29x29 mm) - same 783-FCBGA (29x29 mm) - same 783-FCBGA (29x29 mm) - same
Brand NXP Semiconductors NXP Semiconductors NXP Semiconductors NXP Semiconductors NXP Semiconductors NXP Semiconductors
Core Architecture StarCore SC3850 x 6 StarCore SC3850 x 6 StarCore SC3850 x 6 StarCore SC3850 x 6 StarCore SC3850 x 1 StarCore SC3850 x 6 (older generation)
Core Clock 1 GHz 1 GHz 1 GHz 1 GHz 1 GHz 1 GHz
MIPS per Core 1000 MIPS 1000 MIPS 1000 MIPS 1000 MIPS 1000 MIPS 1000 MIPS
On-Chip RAM 576 KB 576 KB 576 KB 576 KB 576 KB (1 core) 576 KB
L2 Cache per Core 512 KB 512 KB 512 KB 512 KB 512 KB 512 KB
DDR Memory Interface DDR2/DDR3 with ECC DDR2/DDR3 with ECC DDR2/DDR3 with ECC DDR2/DDR3 with ECC DDR2/DDR3 with ECC DDR2/DDR3 with ECC
High-Speed I/O SRIO, PCIe, SGMII, RGMII SRIO, PCIe, SGMII, RGMII SRIO, PCIe, SGMII, RGMII SRIO, PCIe, SGMII, RGMII SRIO, PCIe, SGMII, RGMII SRIO, PCIe, SGMII, RGMII
Operating Temperature 0C to +105C (VT grade) -40C to +105C (extended) 0C to +105C -40C to +105C (extended) 0C to +105C 0C to +105C

关键差异点

  • Six independent 1 GHz SC3850 cores (对比 MSC8251SVT1000B)
  • Extended-temperature variant available in same package (对比 MSC8256ESVT1000B)
  • Integrated DDR3 controller with ECC (对比 MSC8156SVT1000B)

设计说明

The 783-FCBGA (29x29 mm, 1.0 mm pitch) requires a high-density PCB stack-up with laser-drilled microvias. Per NXP design guidelines, use a 12-layer or 14-layer board with separate ground and power planes adjacent to the top signal layer to provide return paths for the high-frequency DDR3 and SerDes signals. Place 0.1uF decoupling capacitors on every power pin within 100 mils of the ball.

Route the DDR3 data/address/control group as a matched-length bus with delta delay under 25 ps between any two signals. Use fly-by topology for DDR3 address/command lines and T-branch topology for the clock. For Serial RapidIO and PCI Express lanes, maintain 100 ohm differential impedance with continuous reference planes and keep stubs shorter than 50 mils.

Estimated: At 1 GHz with all six cores active, the MSC8256SVT1000B draws approximately 10-12 W typical. The 783-FCBGA exposes the die through the top of the package, enabling direct-attached heatsink with thermal interface material. Provide at least 200 LFM of airflow across the heatsink to keep the junction below 105C in a standard telecom shelf environment.

The MSC8256SVT1000B requires multiple supply rails: 1.0V core, 1.5V DDR3 termination, 2.5V PLL, and 3.3V I/O. Sequence the rails per the NXP power-on-reset diagram with 1.0V coming up first and 3.3V last. Use a multi-phase PWM controller with inductor DCR sensing to meet the tight core-voltage tolerance (+/-3%) under load-transient events.

合规信息

RoHS
Unknown
REACH
Unknown
AEC-Q100
Not Applicable
无铅
Unknown
无卤
Unknown
冲突矿物
Unknown

Compliance status for RoHS/REACH/lead-free is not specified in the verified distributor listings. AEC-Q100 is not applicable to a multi-core DSP. Customers with EU or automotive compliance requirements should request the latest NXP material declaration documents directly.

数据核验日期: 2026-10-14 ——数据由 XAIPART 元器件工程团队核验和整理

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