LX2080XN72029B

The LX2080XN72029B is an 8-core, 64-bit ARM® Cortex®-A72 microprocessor IC operating at 2 GHz, offered in a 1517-FCPBGA (40×40) package. Designed for embedded and networking-focused applications, it combines multi-core processing, on-chip security, and a broad set of high-speed interfaces to address compute-intensive edge and industrial designs.

With DDR4 memory controllers, dual 100 Gbit/s Ethernet capability, multiple SATA and USB 3.0 ports, and industrial qualification with an operating range of −40 °C to 105 °C, this device targets systems that require performance, integration, and reliability in constrained board spaces.

Key Features

• Core and Architecture ARM® Cortex®-A72 64-bit core architecture with 8 cores running at 2 GHz for multi-threaded embedded and networking workloads.
• Memory DDR4 memory controller support for modern system memory performance and capacity.
• High-Speed Ethernet Dual 100 Gbit/s Ethernet capability to support high-throughput networking and data-plane tasks.
• Storage and USB Four SATA 3.0 ports for storage subsystems and two USB 3.0 ports plus two PHYs for high-speed peripheral connectivity.
• Additional Interfaces Integrated CANbus support for industrial field connectivity and control networks.
• Security Secure Boot and Arm TrustZone® technologies for hardware-rooted platform security and trusted execution.
• Graphics Graphics acceleration supported to offload display and GUI tasks from main CPU cores.
• Package and Mounting 1517-FCPBGA (40×40) FCBGA package, surface-mount, suitable for compact, high-density PCB layouts.
• Qualification and Environment Industrial qualification with an operating temperature range of −40 °C to 105 °C; RoHS compliant.

Typical Applications

• Networking Equipment Control and data-plane processing in routers, switches, and edge networking platforms that require multi-core packet handling and high-speed Ethernet.
• Edge and 5G Infrastructure Edge compute and packet processing in 5G and distributed units where low-latency processing and integrated security are needed.
• Industrial Systems Gateways, protocol converters, and automation controllers leveraging CANbus, extended temperature range, and industrial qualification.
• Storage and NAS Appliances Compact storage controllers and network-attached storage designs using multiple SATA 3.0 ports for high-capacity storage arrays.

Unique Advantages

• High-performance multi-core processing: Eight ARM® Cortex®-A72 cores at 2 GHz deliver scalable compute for parallel workloads.
• Broad I/O integration: Dual 100 Gbit/s Ethernet, four SATA 3.0 ports, USB 3.0 and CANbus reduce external bridge components and simplify BOM.
• Hardware security foundations: Secure Boot and TrustZone® provide platform-level protections for trusted system deployment.
• Industrial-ready operation: Qualified for −40 °C to 105 °C operation, supporting robust deployment in harsh environments.
• Compact, manufacturable package: 1517-FCPBGA (40×40) surface-mount package enables dense board layouts and production-friendly assembly.
• Standards-aligned interfaces: SATA 3.0 and USB 3.0 support common storage and peripheral standards for interoperable system design.

Why Choose LX2080XN72029B?

The LX2080XN72029B positions itself as a high-performance, highly integrated processor for embedded networking and industrial applications. Its eight 64-bit Cortex‑A72 cores, wide set of high-speed I/O, and hardware security features provide a balanced platform for designs that require compute throughput, connectivity, and trusted operation.

Engineers designing compact, rugged systems will find the industrial qualification, extended temperature range, and dense FCBGA package beneficial for long-term deployments. The device aligns with the Layerscape family approach to scalable multicore solutions and is supported by the broader ecosystem tools and software available for Layerscape processors.

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