LX2080SC72029B

The LX2080SC72029B is an NXP Layerscape microprocessor IC featuring an ARM® Cortex®-A72 64-bit core cluster configured with eight cores at up to 2 GHz. It targets embedded and networking-focused designs that require multi-core compute, high-speed I/O and integrated security.

Designed for compute-intensive edge and networking applications, the device combines multi-core processing with DDR4 memory support, multi‑100 Gbit/s Ethernet capability, SATA and USB subsystems, and hardware security features to provide an integrated foundation for control, packet processing and system consolidation.

Key Features

• Core and Architecture  ARM® Cortex®-A72 64-bit architecture, 8 cores running up to 2 GHz for multi-threaded embedded workloads.
• Memory  DDR4 memory controller support for system memory (DDR4 listed in specifications) to enable high bandwidth system memory configurations.
• High-speed Networking  Dual 100 Gbit/s Ethernet capability (2 × 100 Gbit/s) to support high-throughput network handling and packet transfer.
• Storage and USB  Four SATA 3.0 ports and two USB 3.0 ports plus two USB PHYs provide flexible local storage and high-speed peripheral connectivity.
• Other Interfaces  Integrated CANbus support and additional peripheral interfaces for system control and vehicle/industrial connectivity.
• Security  Secure Boot and Arm TrustZone® support to enable hardware-backed secure boot and trusted execution environments.
• Graphics and Acceleration  Graphics acceleration is indicated in the specifications for offloading display or graphics-related tasks.
• Package and Mounting  1517-FCPBGA (40×40) surface-mount package (1517-BBGA, FCBGA family noted) for compact board-level integration.
• Operating Conditions  Rated for operation from 0 °C to 105 °C and RoHS-compliant for environmental compatibility.

Typical Applications

• Network Routing and Switching  High-throughput Ethernet interfaces and multi-core processing make this device suitable for control-plane and data-plane networking functions.
• Data Center Offload  Multi-core compute and high-speed I/O support offload functions and packet processing in compact server or edge appliances.
• 5G and Telecom Edge  The combination of compute density, multiple high-speed Ethernet links and security features supports edge packet processing and control tasks.
• Industrial and Edge Compute  DDR4 memory support, CANbus and wide temperature operation enable embedded edge systems requiring connectivity, storage and secure boot.

Unique Advantages

• Multi-core Performance: Eight ARM Cortex-A72 cores at up to 2 GHz deliver parallel compute capacity for multi-threaded embedded and networking workloads.
• Integrated High-speed I/O: Dual 100 Gbit/s Ethernet, SATA 3.0 and USB 3.0 interfaces reduce the need for additional controllers and simplify board design.
• Built-in Security: Secure Boot and TrustZone® support help establish a trusted platform foundation for secure firmware and application deployment.
• Compact, Surface-mount Package: The 1517-FCPBGA (40×40) package supports high-density PCB layouts while providing the I/O needed for complex systems.
• Environmentally Compliant: RoHS compliance supports regulatory and environmental requirements for modern embedded products.

Why Choose LX2080SC72029B?

The LX2080SC72029B positions itself as a high-integration, multi-core microprocessor for embedded networking and edge compute applications. Its ARM Cortex‑A72 8-core configuration at 2 GHz, combined with DDR4 memory support and a broad set of high-speed interfaces, enables consolidation of compute, I/O and security functions into a single device footprint.

This part is well suited to designers seeking scalable compute for networking, edge processing, and industrial systems where integrated Ethernet, storage and security reduce BOM complexity and streamline system architecture. Family-level documentation for the Layerscape series further highlights pin-compatible family members and design continuity across multi-core variants.

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