LX2120XE72232B

The LX2120XE72232B is an NXP Layerscape LX2120X series microprocessor featuring a 12-core, 64-bit ARM® Cortex®-A72 architecture running at up to 2.2 GHz. It combines high-performance multicore processing with extensive on-chip interfaces to address compute- and I/O-intensive embedded designs.

Targeted at embedded and networking applications, this industrial-qualified device delivers integrated connectivity, hardware security, and a broad operating temperature range for reliable operation in demanding environments.

Key Features

• Core 12 × ARM® Cortex®-A72 64-bit processor cores running up to 2.2 GHz for parallel compute workloads.
• Memory DDR4 memory controller support as specified for system memory interfacing.
• High-Speed Networking Dual 100 Gbps Ethernet connectivity to support high-bandwidth network applications.
• Storage & USB Four SATA 3.0 ports for high-speed storage connections and two USB 3.0 ports plus two USB PHY interfaces for peripheral connectivity.
• Additional Interfaces CANbus support and other peripheral interfaces to integrate with vehicle, industrial, or control systems.
• Security Secure Boot and Arm TrustZone® support for hardware-rooted platform security.
• Package & Mounting 1517-FCPBGA (40×40) package, surface-mount mounting suitable for compact board layouts.
• Graphics Acceleration Integrated graphics acceleration to support display or graphical processing tasks.
• Operating Conditions Industrial-grade operating temperature range from −40 °C to 105 °C.
• Compliance RoHS compliant for environmental and regulatory alignment.

Typical Applications

• Networking Equipment — Control and data-plane networking platforms that require high-bandwidth Ethernet and multicore packet processing.
• Data Center Offload — Systems performing protocol offload, compression or security acceleration alongside host control functions.
• 5G Infrastructure — Packet processing and control functions for C-RAN, CU/DU or other 5G packet-processing elements.
• Industrial Control — Embedded controllers and communication hubs that need industrial temperature operation, CANbus and robust I/O.
• Autonomous Systems — Edge processing roles for sensor data aggregation, connectivity and real-time control in autonomous applications.

Unique Advantages

• High Multicore Throughput: Twelve Cortex‑A72 cores at up to 2.2 GHz provide scalable compute for parallel workloads and multi-threaded applications.
• Integrated High-Speed I/O: Native support for dual 100 Gbps Ethernet, SATA 3.0 and USB 3.0 reduces external interface complexity and PCB routing.
• Hardware Security: Secure Boot and Arm TrustZone® enable platform integrity and trusted execution environments.
• Industrial Reliability: −40 °C to 105 °C operating range and industrial qualification support use in harsh environments.
• Compact Package: 1517-FCPBGA (40×40) surface-mount package enables dense system integration and space-constrained designs.
• Standards Compliance: RoHS compliance simplifies regulatory acceptance and environmental planning.

Why Choose LX2120XE72232B?

The LX2120XE72232B positions itself as a high-performance, highly integrated processor for embedded and networking systems that require robust compute, comprehensive I/O and hardware security in an industrial-grade package. Its combination of 12 Cortex‑A72 cores, dual 100 GbE connectivity and broad peripheral support makes it well suited for designers building advanced edge, networking, and control applications.

Choose this device when you need scalable multicore performance, integrated high-speed interfaces, and industrial operating range—all backed by the Layerscape LX2120X family features and ecosystem.

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