AMD XC4VFX40-10FFG1152I

Overview

XC4VFX40-10FFG1152I from AMD (formerly Xilinx) is a Virtex-4 FX family FPGA featuring 40,000 logic cells, embedded PowerPC 405 RISC processors, and integrated multi-gigabit transceivers operating up to 3.125 Gbps. It uses a 1152-pin Fine-Pitch Flip-Chip Ball Grid Array (FFG) package with 0.8 mm pitch and supports -40°C to +100°C industrial temperature range.

For engineers reviewing the XC4VFX40-10FFG1152I datasheet, pinout, applications, or equivalent options, key selection factors include transceiver count (16 lanes), embedded processor availability, I/O voltage support (1.2 V/1.5 V/1.8 V/2.5 V/3.3 V), and configuration interface options (Master SelectMAP, Slave SelectMAP, JTAG).

Technical Context

The XC4VFX40-10FFG1152I integrates two hardened PowerPC 405 cores with 32 KB instruction and 32 KB data caches each, enabling real-time control and soft-core co-processing. Its 16 RocketIO™ transceivers support protocols including PCI Express Gen1, Serial RapidIO, and Gigabit Ethernet without external PHYs.

Configurable logic blocks include distributed RAM, block RAM (1,824 kbits), and DSP48 slices (120 units) for high-speed arithmetic. The device uses 90 nm copper process technology and supports partial reconfiguration via ICAP interface.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

XC4VFX40-10FFG1152I is housed in a 1152-pin Fine-Pitch Flip-Chip BGA (FFG) package with 0.8 mm ball pitch, 35 mm × 35 mm body size, and thermal lid for industrial-grade thermal management.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar high-performance embedded FPGA applications.

Compared with XC4VFX40-10FFG1152I, the XC4VLX60-11FFG1152I trades processor integration for increased logic resources in identical packaging, while the XC5VLX110-2FF1760C provides architectural advancement and expanded I/O at the cost of mechanical and electrical incompatibility.

Availability

XC4VFX40-10FFG1152I is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for wireless infrastructure, avionics systems, and medical imaging equipment requiring stable component supply across extended production lifecycles.

Supply support for XC4VFX40-10FFG1152I 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 development and support of the Virtex FPGA portfolio for high-performance computing and adaptive systems.

The Virtex-4 FX family was designed specifically for embedded applications demanding both programmable logic and hardened processor subsystems in a single die, targeting aerospace, defense, and communications infrastructure.

FAQ

What is the maximum data rate supported by the transceivers in XC4VFX40-10FFG1152I?

The XC4VFX40-10FFG1152I features 16 RocketIO™ transceivers, each supporting a maximum line rate of 3.125 Gbps. This enables compliance with PCI Express Gen1, Serial RapidIO 1x/4x, and Gigabit Ethernet standards. The transceivers include built-in clock data recovery (CDR), elastic buffers, and 8B/10B encoding/decoding logic, eliminating the need for external SerDes components in XC4VFX40-10FFG1152I-based designs.

Does XC4VFX40-10FFG1152I support partial reconfiguration?

Yes, XC4VFX40-10FFG1152I supports partial reconfiguration through its Internal Configuration Access Port (ICAP). This allows dynamic updating of specific logic regions while the rest of the design remains operational-critical for applications like adaptive radio protocols or field-upgradable vision algorithms. Implementation requires use of Xilinx ISE 10.1 or later tools and adherence to modular design constraints in XC4VFX40-10FFG1152I bitstream generation.

What configuration modes are available for XC4VFX40-10FFG1152I?

XC4VFX40-10FFG1152I supports three primary configuration modes selected via M0–M2 pins: Master SelectMAP (SPI flash boot), Slave SelectMAP (host-controlled parallel loading), and JTAG boundary-scan programming. It also supports fallback configuration from dual SPI flash devices. All modes are fully documented in the Virtex-4 Configuration User Guide, and the XC4VFX40-10FFG1152I datasheet specifies timing and voltage requirements for each interface.

What is the operating temperature range for XC4VFX40-10FFG1152I?

The XC4VFX40-10FFG1152I is rated for industrial temperature operation from -40°C to +100°C case temperature. This rating applies to the full functional specification-including transceiver performance, processor operation, and I/O drive strength-as verified under JEDEC JESD22-A104 conditions. Thermal design must ensure junction temperature remains within limits using the thermal resistance values (θJA = 5.5°C/W typical) published for the FFG1152 package in the XC4VFX40-10FFG1152I datasheet.

How many PowerPC 405 cores does XC4VFX40-10FFG1152I integrate?

XC4VFX40-10FFG1152I integrates two hard PowerPC 405 RISC processor cores, each with independent 32 KB instruction and 32 KB data caches, dedicated interrupt controllers, and access to on-chip block RAM and PLB bus. These cores operate at up to 500 MHz and are fully compatible with GNU toolchains and Xilinx EDK. The presence of dual cores in XC4VFX40-10FFG1152I enables asymmetric multiprocessing for real-time control and background task handling.