MPC7410THX500LE

The MPC7410THX500LE is a 32-bit PowerPC G4 RISC microprocessor implemented as a single-core MPU running at 500 MHz. It is targeted at computing and embedded systems applications and delivers architecture-level features for vector processing, improved memory bandwidth and hardware multiprocessing support.

Designed for industrial use, the device comes in a compact 360-CBGA (25×25) surface-mount package and is specified for operation from -40 °C to 105 °C. The MPC7410 family architecture emphasizes memory subsystem performance, optional high-bandwidth interfaces, and robust cache coherency for multiprocessor designs.

Key Features

• Processor Core  PowerPC G4 32-bit single-core implementation running at 500 MHz.
• Vector Instruction Support (AltiVec)  Includes an implementation of the AltiVec technology instruction set for vector and media-oriented operations.
• Memory Subsystem  Significant improvements in memory subsystem bandwidth with configurable direct-mapped SRAM capability on the L2 cache interface and support for a 32-bit L2 interface plus a 19th L2 address pin.
• High-Bandwidth Interface Option  Optional high-bandwidth MPX bus interface for system-level data throughput.
• Hardware Multiprocessing & Cache Coherency  Full hardware-based multiprocessing capability with a five-state cache coherency protocol (four MESI states plus a fifth shared intervention state).
• Floating-Point and Pipeline Enhancements  Floating-point improvements that equalize latency for double- and single-precision multiplications, an extended eight-slot completion queue, and a four-instruction fetch per clock pipeline model.
• Performance Characteristics  Branch processing optimized with one branch processed per cycle (plus resolution of speculative streams).
• Package & Mounting  360-CBGA (25×25) supplier device package, surface-mount mounting type.
• Industrial Qualification & Temperature Range  Qualification: Industrial; operating temperature range −40 °C to 105 °C.
• Standards Compliance  RoHS compliant.
• Graphics  No graphics acceleration.

Typical Applications

• Embedded Systems  General-purpose embedded controllers and compute modules that require a 32-bit PowerPC G4 core with vector-processing capability.
• Multiprocessing Systems  Multi-CPU or coherent-cache system designs that benefit from full hardware multiprocessing and a five-state cache coherency protocol.
• Signal and Media Processing  Vector and DSP-style processing tasks leveraging the AltiVec instruction set and improved floating-point latency.
• Industrial Control  Industrial automation and control platforms that require industrial qualification and extended operating temperature range (−40 °C to 105 °C).
• High-Bandwidth Embedded Platforms  Systems that can utilize the optional MPX bus interface and enhanced memory subsystem for increased data throughput.

Unique Advantages

• PowerPC G4 Architecture with AltiVec:  Delivers RISC performance and vector instruction support for compute and media tasks.
• Enhanced Memory Bandwidth:  Improvements to the memory subsystem and L2 interface options provide greater throughput for memory-intensive workloads.
• Hardware Multiprocessing Support:  Built-in multiprocessing capability and a five-state cache coherency protocol simplify coherent multi-CPU system design.
• Balanced Floating-Point Performance:  Equalized latency for single- and double-precision multiplications helps predictable floating-point behavior in numeric-intensive applications.
• Industrial-Grade Reliability:  Industrial qualification and a wide operating temperature range support deployment in demanding environments.
• Compact, Surface-Mount Packaging:  360-CBGA (25×25) package enables high-density board layouts while maintaining robust soldered mounting.

Why Choose MPC7410THX500LE?

The MPC7410THX500LE positions itself as a robust single-core PowerPC G4 solution for embedded and computing applications that require vector processing, improved memory subsystem performance, and hardware multiprocessing capability. Its industrial qualification and −40 °C to 105 °C operating range make it suitable for deployed systems in challenging environments.

Backed by the MPC7410 hardware specification and family documentation, this device is appropriate for designers who need a verified PowerPC G4 implementation with configurable L2 interfaces, optional high-bandwidth system connectivity, and features that support coherent multiprocessing designs.

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