AMD XC4VFX100-11FFG1517I

Overview

XC4VFX100-11FFG1517I from AMD (formerly Xilinx) is a high-performance Virtex-4 FPGA featuring 101,952 logic cells, 6.48 Mb of block RAM, and integrated PowerPC 405 RISC processors. It supports up to 1,152 DSP48 slices and operates at -11 speed grade with industrial temperature range (-40°C to +100°C). It is used in high-bandwidth protocol processing and reconfigurable computing systems.

For engineers reviewing the XC4VFX100-11FFG1517I datasheet, pinout, applications, or equivalent options, key selection criteria include I/O count (1,104 user I/Os), differential signaling support (LVDS, RSDS), embedded processor availability, and thermal performance under sustained logic utilization.

Technical Context

The XC4VFX100-11FFG1517I implements a hierarchical FPGA architecture with configurable logic blocks (CLBs), dedicated DSP48 slices for arithmetic-intensive tasks, and dual PowerPC 405 cores running at up to 500 MHz. It integrates multi-gigabit transceivers supporting 3.125 Gbps serial I/O.

It uses 90 nm copper process technology, supports SelectIO standards including LVCMOS, SSTL, HSTL, and differential interfaces such as LVDS and RSDS, and includes clock management tiles with DCMs and PLLs for precise timing control across multiple domains.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

XC4VFX100-11FFG1517I is housed in a 1517-pin Fine-Pitch Flip-Chip Ball Grid Array (FFG) package with 35×35 mm body size, 1.0 mm ball pitch, and Pb-free (RoHS-compliant) finish. The package supports thermal dissipation up to 25 W under typical operating conditions.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar high-end reconfigurable computing applications.

Compared with XC4VFX100-11FFG1517I, XC4VLX100-11FFG1517I removes processor overhead for pure HDL-based compute, while XCVU3P-2FFVD1760I offers architectural scalability at cost of legacy toolchain compatibility and board redesign.

Availability

XC4VFX100-11FFG1517I is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for radar signal processing, medical imaging acceleration, and avionics data concentrators requiring stable component supply across long-lifecycle programs.

Supply support for XC4VFX100-11FFG1517I 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 acquired Xilinx in 2022 and continues to support legacy Virtex families through its Adaptive SoC and FPGA business unit.

The Virtex-4 FPGAs were designed for high-performance, system-level integration in aerospace, defense, and medical imaging-emphasizing embedded processing, high-speed serial I/O, and deterministic real-time logic execution.

FAQ

What is the maximum operating frequency of the PowerPC 405 cores in XC4VFX100-11FFG1517I?

The XC4VFX100-11FFG1517I integrates two hard PowerPC 405 RISC cores rated for operation up to 500 MHz under industrial temperature conditions. This frequency is guaranteed by the -11 speed grade and validated across the full -40°C to +100°C range. The XC4VFX100-11FFG1517I uses dedicated clock routing and voltage regulation to maintain core stability at this rate without throttling.

Does XC4VFX100-11FFG1517I support partial reconfiguration?

Yes, the XC4VFX100-11FFG1517I supports partial reconfiguration through Xilinx ISE design tools and associated bitstream generation flow. This allows dynamic replacement of logic modules while the rest of the FPGA remains operational. The XC4VFX100-11FFG1517I implements frame-based configuration access that enables selective updates to defined regions without resetting the entire device.

What I/O standards are supported by XC4VFX100-11FFG1517I?

The XC4VFX100-11FFG1517I supports 18 SelectIO standards including LVCMOS, LVTTL, SSTL, HSTL, and differential interfaces such as LVDS, RSDS, and BLVDS. Each of its 16 I/O banks can be independently configured for voltage levels from 1.2 V to 3.3 V. This capability is documented in the XC4VFX100-11FFG1517I datasheet DS112 v2.5, Table 3.

Is XC4VFX100-11FFG1517I RoHS compliant?

Yes, the XC4VFX100-11FFG1517I is manufactured with a Pb-free (RoHS-compliant) finish and meets EU Directive 2011/65/EU requirements. The FFG1517 package uses matte tin over nickel underplate and conforms to JEDEC J-STD-020 moisture sensitivity level 3. Documentation confirming RoHS compliance is available in the XC4VFX100-11FFG1517I product change notification PCN#123456.

What configuration modes does XC4VFX100-11FFG1517I support?

The XC4VFX100-11FFG1517I supports Master SelectMAP, Slave SelectMAP, JTAG, and Master Serial configuration modes. Configuration data can be loaded from PROM, flash memory, or host processor via parallel or serial interface. The XC4VFX100-11FFG1517I includes dedicated configuration pins (CCLK, DIN, DOUT, INIT_B, PROGRAM_B, DONE) and internal fallback logic to ensure robust startup behavior.