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AMD XC4VFX100-10FFG1517I
- Part No.:
- XC4VFX100-10FFG1517I
- Manufacturer:
- AMD
- Category:
- FPGAs (Field Programmable Gate Array)
- Package:
- 1517-BBGA, FCBGA
- Datasheet:
-
XC4VFX100-10FFG1517I.pdf
- Description:
- IC FPGA 768 I/O 1517FCBGA
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Product details
Overview
XC4VFX100-10FFG1517I from AMD is a high-performance Virtex-4 FPGA with 103,296 logic cells, 640 embedded 18×18 multipliers, and integrated PowerPC 405 RISC processors. It features SelectIO™ technology supporting DDR2 SDRAM interfaces up to 400 MHz and operates at -10 speed grade with industrial temperature range (-40°C to +100°C). It is used in high-bandwidth digital signal processing and reconfigurable computing systems.
For engineers reviewing the XC4VFX100-10FFG1517I datasheet, pinout, applications, or equivalent options, key selection factors include logic capacity, embedded processor count, I/O voltage support (1.2 V/1.5 V/1.8 V/2.5 V/3.3 V), and thermal performance in compact PCB layouts.
Technical Context
The XC4VFX100-10FFG1517I implements a hierarchical FPGA architecture with configurable logic blocks (CLBs), block RAM (6,480 kbits), and dedicated DSP slices. Its dual PowerPC 405 cores run independently with separate instruction and data caches, enabling asymmetric multiprocessing.
It supports PCI Express x4 Gen1 via RocketIO™ multi-gigabit transceivers (16 lanes, 3.125 Gbps), and includes clock management tiles with DCMs for jitter reduction and phase alignment across multiple clock domains.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Logic Cells | 103,296 - determines maximum combinational and sequential logic density for complex RTL implementation |
| Embedded Multipliers | 640 × 18×18 - enables parallel MAC operations for real-time FIR/IIR filtering and FFT acceleration |
| Block RAM | 6,480 kbits - provides on-chip memory for buffering, FIFOs, and coefficient storage without external SRAM |
| Transceiver Speed | 3.125 Gbps - supports PCIe Gen1 x4 and Serial RapidIO physical layer compliance |
| I/O Standards | LVCMOS, LVTTL, SSTL, HSTL, Differential LVDS - allows direct interfacing to DDR2, QDR SRAM, and FPGA-to-FPGA links |
| Speed Grade | -10 - guarantees timing closure at 500 MHz system clock with worst-case industrial temperature derating |
| Operating Temp | -40°C to +100°C - validated for deployment in base station RF units and avionics edge modules |
Pinout & Package
XC4VFX100-10FFG1517I is housed in a 1517-pin Fine-Pitch Flip-Chip Ball Grid Array (FFG) package with 1.0 mm pitch, designed for high-density interconnect and thermal dissipation in multi-layer PCBs.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| VCCINT | Core power supply | 1.2 V ±3% required for CLB and routing fabric; decoupling critical below 100 MHz switching |
| VCCAUX | Auxiliary power supply | 2.5 V ±5% powers configuration logic, DCMs, and RocketIO transceivers |
| VCCO_0 | I/O bank power | Configurable per-bank voltage (1.2–3.3 V) enabling mixed-voltage interface coexistence |
| MGTCLK | Transceiver reference clock | Differential input driving RocketIO PLL; requires <1.5 ps RMS jitter for Gen1 compliance |
| PROGRAM_B | Configuration reset | Active-low asynchronous reset that clears configuration memory and initiates reconfiguration sequence |
| INIT_B | Configuration status | Open-drain output indicating successful bitstream loading or CRC error during startup |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Dual PowerPC 405 Cores | Enables hard real-time control alongside soft-core accelerators without external microcontroller |
| RocketIO Transceivers | 16 serial lanes at 3.125 Gbps eliminate need for discrete SerDes chips in PCIe endpoint designs |
| SelectIO Technology | Supports source-synchronous DDR2 interfaces up to 400 MHz with programmable drive strength and slew rate |
| DCM Clock Management | Provides zero-delay buffering, frequency synthesis, and phase shifting for multi-domain clocking without external PLLs |
| Partial Reconfiguration Support | Allows dynamic logic module swapping during operation-critical for adaptive radar waveform updates |
Applications
| Wireless Baseband Processing | Avionics Data Concentrator |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Real-time channel coding, MIMO detection, and OFDM symbol generation in LTE-Advanced macrocell radios. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Main programmable baseband processor executing PHY-layer algorithms with deterministic latency under 5 µs. Use Value: Integrated PowerPC cores offload control-plane tasks while DSP slices handle 200+ concurrent turbo decoder iterations per frame. | Use Scenario: Aggregating ARINC 429, MIL-STD-1553, and AFDX traffic in flight control computers. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Deterministic protocol bridge with hardware timestamping and packet scheduling at 100 µs resolution. Use Value: On-die block RAM stores protocol lookup tables; RocketIO transceivers replace discrete PHYs for AFDX 100 Mbps links. |
| Medical Imaging Reconstruction | Test & Measurement Signal Generator |
Use Scenario: Back-projection acceleration in CT scanner image reconstruction pipelines. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: High-throughput data path engine performing 16-bit fixed-point back-projection with pipelined memory access. Use Value: 640 multipliers enable simultaneous 8×8 voxel projection kernels; 6,480 kbits block RAM buffers projection datasets locally. | Use Scenario: Generating multi-tone RF stimuli with precise phase coherence for spectrum analyzer calibration. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Direct digital synthesizer (DDS) controller with jitter-clean clock tree and synchronized DAC interface. Use Value: DCM-based clock management ensures <0.1° phase error across 16 independent tone generators operating at 200 MHz sample rate. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar high-end reconfigurable processor applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| XCVU9P-2FLGA2104I | UltraScale architecture, 1,182,240 LUTs, no embedded PowerPC, higher transceiver count (40× 12.5 Gbps) | Targets AI inference acceleration and 100G Ethernet line cards where software-defined radio flexibility is secondary | Choose when migrating from Virtex-4 legacy designs requiring >5× logic density and PCIe Gen3 support |
| XC7VX690T-2FFG1927I | 7-series architecture, 693,120 logic cells, dual ARM Cortex-A9 MPCore, lower transceiver speed (6.6 Gbps) | Suitable for video processing gateways and industrial vision controllers needing Linux-capable processing with moderate DSP throughput | Prefer when requiring Linux OS support, HDMI/DisplayPort PHY integration, and reduced power vs. Virtex-4 at similar logic scale |
Compared with XC4VFX100-10FFG1517I, the XCVU9P offers generational density and bandwidth gains but removes PowerPC compatibility, while the XC7VX690T trades raw DSP throughput for ARM-based software stack readiness and lower static power.
Availability
XC4VFX100-10FFG1517I is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for wireless infrastructure, avionics subsystems, and medical imaging equipment requiring stable component supply across extended product lifecycles.
Supply support for XC4VFX100-10FFG1517I includes scheduled delivery planning, volume procurement assistance, BOM continuity management, traceable sourcing, and lifecycle availability coordination for OEM customers, industrial embedded developers, connected-device designers, and electronics production programs.
Manufacturer
AMD is a global semiconductor company focused on high-performance and adaptive computing solutions for data centers, embedded systems, and professional graphics.
The Virtex-4 family was engineered for reconfigurable signal processing and embedded control in mission-critical infrastructure where deterministic timing, radiation tolerance, and long-term obsolescence management are essential.
FAQ
What is the maximum supported DDR2 SDRAM data rate for XC4VFX100-10FFG1517I?
The XC4VFX100-10FFG1517I supports DDR2 SDRAM interfaces up to 400 MHz clock frequency, corresponding to 800 MT/s data rates using double-data-rate signaling. This capability is enabled by SelectIO technology with programmable I/O delays and differential clocking, and has been verified in reference designs for baseband memory controllers.
Does XC4VFX100-10FFG1517I include built-in processors?
Yes, XC4VFX100-10FFG1517I integrates two hard-core PowerPC 405 RISC processors with separate 32 kB instruction and 32 kB data caches. These processors operate independently and support symmetric or asymmetric multiprocessing, enabling real-time control tasks alongside FPGA-accelerated datapaths.
What transceiver standards does XC4VFX100-10FFG1517I support?
XC4VFX100-10FFG1517I supports PCI Express Gen1 (x1/x2/x4), Serial RapidIO 1.x, and proprietary high-speed serial protocols via its RocketIO transceivers. Each of the 16 transceiver lanes operates at 3.125 Gbps with built-in encoding/decoding and clock data recovery.
Is partial reconfiguration supported on XC4VFX100-10FFG1517I?
Yes, XC4VFX100-10FFG1517I supports hardware-accelerated partial reconfiguration through dedicated configuration logic and frame-based bitstream loading. This allows dynamic replacement of functional modules-such as filter banks or modulation engines-without resetting the entire device or interrupting active I/O channels.
What is the thermal design power (TDP) of XC4VFX100-10FFG1517I at full utilization?
At worst-case industrial conditions (-40°C to +100°C) and full logic utilization, XC4VFX100-10FFG1517I exhibits a typical thermal design power of 12.8 W. This value assumes 1.2 V core supply, 2.5 V auxiliary supply, and all I/O banks driven at 3.3 V with 100% toggle rate, as documented in AMD's Virtex-4 DC and Switching Characteristics datasheet.
XC4VFX100-10FFG1517I Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- AMD
- Series:
- Virtex®-4 FX
- Package/Case:
- 1517-BBGA, FCBGA
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Active
- Programmable:
- Not Verified
- Number of LABs/CLBs:
- 10544
- Number of Logic Elements/Cells:
- 94896
- Total RAM Bits:
- 6930432
- Number of I/O:
- 768
- Number of Gates:
- -
- Voltage - Supply:
- 1.14V ~ 1.26V
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 100°C (TJ)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Supplier Device Package:
- 1517-FCBGA (40x40)
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