AMD XC5204-5PQ160C

Overview

XC5204-5PQ160C from Xilinx is a 0.5 µm SRAM-based Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) with 480 logic cells, 124 I/O pins, and four dedicated low-skew global clock nets. It implements combinational and sequential logic via 4-input LUTs and D-flip-flops/latches per logic cell, and supports IEEE 1149.1 boundary scan for board-level testability in industrial control and communications interface applications.

For engineers reviewing the XC5204-5PQ160C datasheet, pinout, applications, or equivalent options, key selection criteria include logic cell count, I/O count, VersaRing™ I/O interface compatibility, programmable slew-rate control, and support for Express and Peripheral Synchronous configuration modes.

Technical Context

The XC5204-5PQ160C uses a VersaBlock™ architecture composed of Configurable Logic Blocks (CLBs), each containing four independent Logic Cells (LCs) - each LC integrates a 4-input lookup table (LUT), a D-type flip-flop or transparent latch, carry logic, and cascade chain capability. Its Local Interconnect Matrix (LIM) provides full intra-CLB connectivity without consuming general routing resources.

It features a VersaRing™ I/O interface decoupling IOBs from core logic to maximize I/O-to-gate ratio, with programmable input delay to guarantee zero hold time relative to global clocks, and 8 mA sink/source drive strength per I/O pin. Boundary scan is implemented on all I/O pins per IEEE 1149.1.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

PQ160 refers to a 160-pin Plastic Quad Flat Package (PQFP) with 20×20 mm body size, 0.65 mm lead pitch, and standard JEDEC MO-137AC footprint. The package supports footprint compatibility across XC5200 and XC4000 Series devices.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar FPGA applications.

Compared with XC5204-5PQ160C, the -6PQ160C variant improves timing margin without changing pinout or logic resources, while XC4005E-4PQ160C trades I/O configurability and hold-time assurance for embedded memory and different routing architecture - making it suitable only when RAM-based state storage is essential.

Availability

XC5204-5PQ160C is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial motion control, legacy bus interface adapters, communications line cards, and reconfigurable signal generators requiring stable component supply throughout extended product lifecycles.

Supply support for XC5204-5PQ160C 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

Xilinx, Inc. was a pioneering semiconductor company specializing in programmable logic devices, acquired by AMD in 2022. It developed foundational FPGA architectures widely adopted in aerospace, industrial, and communications systems.

The XC5200 Series was designed to deliver cost-optimized reprogrammable logic for mid-complexity applications requiring high I/O density, robust testability, and seamless integration with existing XC4000 toolchains.

FAQ

What is the maximum system clock frequency supported by XC5204-5PQ160C?

The XC5204-5PQ160C is rated for system performance beyond 50 MHz, with typical operation up to 66 MHz in optimized designs. Its -5 speed grade specifies 6.5 ns CLB propagation delay, and timing closure depends on logic depth, routing congestion, and clock network utilization. Full timing analysis requires Xilinx Foundation or Alliance software using device-specific libraries.

Does XC5204-5PQ160C support in-system programming via JTAG?

Yes, XC5204-5PQ160C includes IEEE 1149.1 boundary scan circuitry on all I/O pins, enabling in-system programming and debugging. The TCK, TMS, TDI, and TDO pins form a dedicated JTAG port used for configuration bitstream loading, readback, and interconnect testing without requiring external programming hardware beyond a standard JTAG adapter.

Can XC5204-5PQ160C interface directly with 3.3 V logic devices?

XC5204-5PQ160C operates at 5 V and supports TTL input thresholds (1.2 V), allowing reliable interfacing with 3.3 V CMOS outputs when configured in TTL mode. However, its outputs swing rail-to-rail at 5 V and require level-shifting circuitry to drive 3.3 V inputs safely. The device does not include built-in voltage translation or mixed-voltage I/O banks.

What configuration modes does XC5204-5PQ160C support?

XC5204-5PQ160C supports Express mode for fast parallel configuration and Peripheral Synchronous mode for daisy-chained serial programming. It does not support Power-down mode or on-chip oscillator-based configuration. Configuration bitstreams are loaded into volatile SRAM, requiring external PROM or processor initialization at power-up.

Is there internal RAM available in XC5204-5PQ160C?

No, XC5204-5PQ160C does not include embedded RAM blocks. Its architecture relies on external memory or register-based storage within logic cells. Unlike XC4000-series devices, the XC5200 family omits dedicated RAM resources to reduce die area and cost - making it unsuitable for applications requiring on-chip FIFOs, dual-port buffers, or large state tables.