LX2160XN72232B

The LX2160XN72232B is a high-performance microprocessor IC from NXP Semiconductors based on the ARM® Cortex®-A72 architecture. It integrates a 16-core, 64-bit processing cluster running at 2.2 GHz and is packaged in a 1517-FCPBGA (40×40) surface-mount package.

Designed for embedded and industrial applications, the device combines multi-core compute capability with high-bandwidth I/O and onboard security features to address networking, storage, and edge compute use cases where performance and industrial qualification are required.

Key Features

• Core  ARM® Cortex®-A72 architecture with 16 cores running at 2.2 GHz for parallel compute throughput in multi-threaded embedded workloads.
• Memory Support  DDR4 SDRAM controllers for modern memory interfaces and system memory bandwidth.
• Networking  Two 100 Gbps Ethernet interfaces to support high-bandwidth networking and data plane applications.
• Storage and USB  Four SATA 3.0 ports plus two USB 3.0 interfaces with PHY support for high-performance storage and peripheral connectivity.
• Security  Secure Boot and TrustZone® provide hardware-backed security primitives for system integrity and trusted execution.
• Graphics Acceleration  Integrated graphics acceleration capability to assist with display or graphics offload tasks.
• Additional Interfaces  CANbus support for control and vehicle/industrial fieldbus integration.
• Package & Mounting  1517-FCPBGA (40×40) supplier device package, surface-mount for board-level integration.
• Operating Range & Qualification  Industrial qualification with an operating temperature range of -40°C to 105°C suitable for harsh environments.

Typical Applications

• Industrial Networking  Use the dual 100 Gbps Ethernet interfaces and industrial qualification to build high-throughput network appliances and switches.
• Storage Systems  Leverage four SATA 3.0 ports and USB 3.0 connectivity for NAS, SAN, and storage gateway platforms.
• Edge Compute Platforms  Deploy the 16-core Cortex‑A72 cluster for compute-intensive edge services and data processing at the network edge.
• Embedded Controllers & Gateways  Integrate CANbus, robust I/O and security features for industrial gateways and control systems requiring long-term reliability.

Unique Advantages

• Scaleable Multi-Core Performance: Sixteen 64-bit ARM® Cortex®‑A72 cores at 2.2 GHz provide parallel processing capacity for demanding embedded workloads.
• High-Bandwidth Network I/O: Two 100 Gbps Ethernet interfaces enable designs that require substantial networking throughput.
• Integrated Storage Connectivity: Four SATA 3.0 ports and USB 3.0 plus PHY support reduce the need for additional bridging components in storage-focused designs.
• Hardware Security Primitives: Secure Boot and TrustZone® support system integrity and trusted execution environments for secure embedded deployments.
• Industrial Temperature and Qualification: -40°C to 105°C operating range and industrial qualification make the device suitable for harsh-environment installations.
• Compact Surface-Mount Package: The 1517-FCPBGA (40×40) package simplifies board-level integration in space-constrained systems.

Why Choose LX2160XN72232B?

The LX2160XN72232B positions itself as a robust, high-performance embedded processor option for industrial and embedded system designers. With a 16-core ARM® Cortex®-A72 CPU cluster, extensive I/O including dual 100 Gbps Ethernet and multiple storage interfaces, and built-in security features, it addresses demanding networking, storage, and edge compute tasks while supporting industrial operating conditions.

Built by NXP Semiconductors and packaged for surface-mount assembly, the LX2160XN72232B delivers an integrated platform that helps designers reduce BOM complexity, meet industrial temperature ranges, and deploy secure, high-throughput systems for long-term applications.

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