RFCFP vs CXP Transceivers: A Detailed Comparison
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This page delves into the comparison between CFP and CXP transceivers, highlighting the key differences between these two types of optical modules.
CFP Transceiver
Image Alt: CFP vs CFP2 vs CFP4 vs CFP8
(Refer to types of CFP interfaces for more details)
CXP Transceiver
Image Alt: CXP Transceiver
There are different variants of CFP transceivers available, including CFP, CFP2, CFP4, and CFP8. For the purpose of this comparison, we will focus on CFP and CXP transceivers.
CFP Transceiver vs. CXP Transceiver: A Detailed Comparison
The following table outlines the key specifications that differentiate CFP and CXP transceivers:
| Specifications | CFP Transceiver | CXP Transceiver |
|---|---|---|
| Front panel density (1 RU) | 4 Ports | 12 ports |
| Electrical signaling (GB/s) | 10 x 10 CAUI-10 | 10 x 10 CPPI |
| Media | MMF, SMF | Twinax, MMF |
| Power consumption | < 24 W (100 Gbase-LR4) < 20 W (2nd generation CFP) < 6 W (100Gbase-SR10) | < 6 W (100Gbase-SR10) |
| Dimension | CFP is 82mm wide as shown in the figure. | CXP is 27 mm wide as shown in the figure. |
