High-Speed Ethernet PHY & Switch solutions - MaxLinear

November 26, 2025

Expanded High-Speed Ethernet PHY & Switch portfolio

At TOP-electronics we are pleased to highlight the latest Ethernet connectivity solutions from MaxLinear, aimed at designers working in industrial, IoT, security and high-performance network applications. These new products bring enhanced data rates, increased integration and industrial-grade variants that align well with robust R&D demands.

What’s new

1 G Ethernet PHYs (single-port) 2.5 G Ethernet PHYs (single-port) 7-Port Switches (2.5G + 10G SerDes) 10-Port Switches (2.5G + 10G SerDes) 16-Port Switch (2.5G + 10G SerDes)
MxL86111C-AQB-R MxL86211C-AQB-T MxL86252L-AQB-T MxL86282C-AQB-T MxL86281S-AQB-T
MxL86111I-AQB-R MxL86211I-AQB-T MxL86252I-AQB-T MxL86282I-AQB-T  
MxL86112C-AQB-T   MxL86252S-AQB-T MxL86282S-AQB-T  
And evaluation board MxL86112C-EVK And evaluation board MxL86211C-EVK      

                                                             MxL86282 Block Diagram

Comparison table Ethernet Transceivers (PHYs)
 

# Product Ethernet Ports Ethernet Bandwidth (Mbps) Interfaces MACsec 1588v2 SyncE EEE Thermal Protection Min Temp (°C) Max Temp (°C) Package (X x Y mm) Evaluation Board(s)
new MxL86288L 8 10, 100, 1000, 2500 2 x USXGMII-M   0 70 BGA-256 (13 x 13) MxL86288L-EVK-1
new MxL86288I 8 10, 100, 1000, 2500 2 x USXGMII-M   -40 85 BGA-256 (13 x 13) MxL86288L-EVK-1
  GPY245 4 10, 100, 1000, 2500 SGMII+, USXGMII-M -40 85 BGA-236 (12 x 12) GPY245-EVK-1 & 2
  GPY241 4 10, 100, 1000, 2500 SGMII+, USXGMII-M     0 70 BGA-236 (12 x 12) GPY245-EVK-1 & 2
  GPY215 1 10, 100, 1000, 2500 SGMII+ -40 85 QFN-56 (7 x 7) GPY215-EVK-1 & 3
  GPY211 1 10, 100, 1000, 2500 SGMII+     0 70 QFN-56 (7 x 7) GPY215-EVK-1
new MxL86211C 1 10, 100, 1000, 2500 SGMII+     0 70 QFN-40 (5 x 5) MxL86211C-EVK-1
new MxL86211I 1 10, 100, 1000, 2500 SGMII+     -40 85 QFN-40 (5 x 5) MxL86211C-EVK-1
  GPY115 1 10, 100, 1000 SGMII -40 85 QFN-56 (7 x 7) GPY215-EVK-1
  MxL86110C 1 10, 100, 1000 RGMII       0 70 QFN-40 (5 x 5) MxL86110I-EVK-1
  MxL86110I 1 10, 100, 1000 RGMII       -40 85 QFN-40 (5 x 5) MxL86110I-EVK-1
  MxL86111C 1 10, 100, 1000 RGMII, RGMII / 1000BASE-X / 100BASE-FX       0 70 QFN-48 (6 x 6) MxL86110I-EVK-1
  MxL86111I 1 10, 100, 1000 RGMII, RGMII / 1000BASE-X / 100BASE-FX       -40 85 QFN-48 (6 x 6) MxL86110I-EVK-1
new MxL86112C 1 10, 100, 1000 SGMII     0 70 QFN-40 (5 x 5) MxL86112C-EVK-1
new MxL86112I 1 10, 100, 1000 SGMII     -40 85 QFN-40 (5 x 5) MxL86112C-EVK-1
 

 

Comparison table Ethernet Switches

# Product Ethernet Ports Ethernet Bandwidth (Mbps) Interface / Uplink Ports Interfaces Supply Voltage (V) Web-Smart Support 1588v2 SyncE EEE Min Temp (°C) Max Temp (°C) Package (X x Y mm) Evaluation Board
                             
new MxL86281S 16 10, 100, 1000, 2500 2 USXGMII   3.3 / 1.8 / 1.2 / 0.8     0 70 2 × BGA-277 (12 × 12) MxL86282S-EVK-1
new MxL86282C 8 10, 100, 1000, 2500 2 XFI / USXGMII / SGMII+   3.3 / 1.8 / 1.2 / 0.8       0 70 BGA-277 (12 × 12) MxL86282S-EVK-1
new MxL86282I 8 10, 100, 1000, 2500 2 XFI / USXGMII / SGMII+   3.3 / 1.8 / 1.2 / 0.8     -40 85 BGA-277 (12 × 12) MxL86282S-EVK-1
new MxL86282S 8 10, 100, 1000, 2500 2 XFI / USXGMII / SGMII+   3.3 / 1.8 / 1.2 / 0.8 0 70 BGA-277 (12 × 12) MxL86282S-EVK-1
new MxL86252C 5 10, 100, 1000, 2500 2 XFI / USXGMII / SGMII+   3.3 / 1.8 / 1.2 / 0.8       0 70 BGA-277 (12 × 12) MxL86252S-EVK-1
new MxL86252I 5 10, 100, 1000, 2500 2 XFI / USXGMII / SGMII+   3.3 / 1.8 / 1.2 / 0.8 -40 85 BGA-277 (12 × 12) MxL86252S-EVK-1
new MxL86252L 5 10, 100, 1000, 2500 2 XFI / USXGMII / SGMII+   3.3 / 1.8 / 1.2 / 0.8       0 70 BGA-277 (12 × 12) MxL86252S-EVK-1
new MxL86252S 5 10, 100, 1000, 2500 2 XFI / USXGMII / SGMII+   3.3 / 1.8 / 1.2 / 0.8     0 70 BGA-277 (12 × 12) MxL86252S-EVK-1
  GSW145 4 10, 100, 1000 2 RGMII, SGMII+ 3.3 / 1.1       -40 85 MRQFN-105 (8 × 8) GSW145-EVK-1
  GSW141 4 10, 100, 1000 2 RGMII, SGMII 3.3 / 1.1       0 70 MRQFN-105 (8 × 8) GSW145-EVK-1
  GSW140 4 10, 100, 1000 2 RGMII, SGMII+ 3.3 / 1.1       0 70 MRQFN-105 (8 × 8) GSW145-EVK-1
  GSW125 2 10, 100, 1000 2 RGMII, SGMII+ 3.3 / 1.1       -40 85 MRQFN-105 (8 × 8) GSW145-EVK-1
  GSW120 2 10, 100, 1000 2 RGMII, SGMII+ 3.3 / 1.1       0 70 MRQFN-105 (8 × 8) GSW145-EVK-1

 

 

Engineering relevance & design considerations

These new devices support the shift from 1 G to 2.5 G Ethernet, enabling higher bandwidth without the full cost of 10G infrastructure. The integration of PHY and switch functionality reduces component count and board complexity, while support for industrial temperature grades broadens deployment possibilities.

Designers benefit from a scalable component family that supports system-level decisions on bandwidth, reliability and integration. Features such as Web-Smart management, SerDes uplinks and evaluation kits offer practical entry points for testing and qualification in demanding environments.

 

Why TOP-electronics highlights this

  • Enhanced connectivity for security, industrial IoT and embedded systems
  • Industrial-grade reliability for harsh environments
  • Integrated feature sets (Web-Smart support, 10G uplinks) for advanced system architectures
  • Long-term availability and broad portfolio coverage

 

What to do next

  1. Contact the TOP-team to discuss your requirements for your design and to find the best solution.
  2. Request availiabilty of the fitting EVK to speed up your development and to shorten your time to market.
  3. Request samples and datasheets for relevant devices

 

Summary

MaxLinear’s expanded Ethernet PHY and switch portfolio offers compelling solutions for bandwidth-constrained, performance-sensitive OEM applications.
TOP-electronics is ready to support your component selection and integration journey as you design the systems of tomorrow.

 

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