AMD XC5VFX70T-1FF1136CES
- Part No.:
- XC5VFX70T-1FF1136CES
- Manufacturer:
- AMD
- Category:
- FPGAs (Field Programmable Gate Array)
- Package:
- 1136-BBGA, FCBGA
- Datasheet:
-
XC5VFX70T-1FF1136CES.pdf
- Description:
- IC FPGA 640 I/O 1136FCBGA
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Product details
Overview
XC5VFX70T-1FF1136CES from AMD is a Virtex-5 FPGA with 71,680 logic cells, 4.8 Gbps serial transceivers, and integrated PowerPC 440 processor cores. It implements high-speed signal processing in radar baseband subsystems, supports PCIe Gen1 x8 endpoint functionality, and delivers deterministic latency for real-time industrial motion control.
For engineers reviewing the XC5VFX70T-1FF1136CES datasheet, pinout, applications, or equivalent options, key selection criteria include transceiver line rate, embedded processor availability, I/O bank voltage flexibility, and thermal performance under sustained DSP load.
Technical Context
The XC5VFX70T-1FF1136CES integrates six 4.8 Gbps RocketIO GTP transceivers, dual PowerPC 440 cores with 64 KB instruction and 64 KB data L1 cache each, and 128 DSP48E slices operating at up to 550 MHz. Its SelectIO interface supports DCI termination and SSTL/HSTL/LVCMOS standards across 16 I/O banks.
This device uses 65 nm copper process technology, features 4 MB of block RAM, and supports partial reconfiguration via ICAP. Configuration occurs through Master SelectMAP, Slave SelectMAP, or JTAG interfaces with AES bitstream encryption support.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Logic Cells | 71,680 - provides gate count equivalent to ~500K ASIC gates for complex RTL implementation |
| Transceiver Rate | 4.8 Gbps - enables single-lane CPRI v6.0 or dual-lane Serial RapidIO Gen1 links |
| Embedded Processor | Dual PowerPC 440 - supports asymmetric multiprocessing with independent cache and interrupt handling |
| Block RAM | 4 MB - accommodates large FIR filter coefficient tables or frame buffers for video processing |
| I/O Banks | 16 - allows mixed-voltage operation (1.2 V to 3.3 V) across different peripheral interfaces |
| Configuration Security | AES-256 bitstream encryption - prevents reverse engineering of configured logic in deployed systems |
Pinout & Package
XC5VFX70T-1FF1136CES is housed in a 1136-pin Flip-Chip Fine-Pitch Ball Grid Array (FFG) package with 35×35 mm body size, 1.0 mm ball pitch, and thermal lid for enhanced heat dissipation in conduction-cooled modules.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| MGTREFCLK0P/N | Transceiver reference clock input | Accepts differential 100 MHz–625 MHz LVDS/LVPECL for GTP PLL lock and jitter filtering |
| MRCC0P/N, SRCC0P/N | Multi-Regional Clock Input | Provides low-skew global clock routing to specific clock regions for timing closure |
| HP[0:31]_IOT | High-Performance I/O bank | Supports 1.8 V/2.5 V SSTL-18/25 for DDR2 SDRAM interfaces up to 533 Mbps |
| PLB_CLK | Processor Local Bus clock | Drives synchronous communication between PowerPC cores and on-chip peripherals at 400 MHz |
| ICAP_CLK, ICAP_I, ICAP_O, ICAP_CS | Internal Configuration Access Port | Enables dynamic partial reconfiguration without full device reset or external programming hardware |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Dual PowerPC 440 cores | Enables hard real-time control loop execution alongside soft real-time data path processing |
| 6× 4.8 Gbps GTP transceivers | Reduces external SerDes IC count in multi-channel software-defined radio front-ends |
| Partial reconfiguration support | Allows runtime adaptation of signal processing pipelines without system interruption |
| DCI-enabled I/O banks | Eliminates external termination resistors for impedance-matched DDR2/DDR3 memory interfaces |
| AES-256 bitstream encryption | Meets DO-254 Level A security requirements for avionics and defense deployment |
Applications
| Radar Baseband Processing | Avionics Data Concentrator |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Real-time pulse-Doppler processing of X-band radar returns with sub-microsecond latency constraints. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: FPGA fabric executes matched filtering and CFAR detection; PowerPC cores manage radar mode sequencing and health monitoring. Use Value: Integrated processor eliminates need for external ARM microcontroller, reducing board area and interconnect latency by 40%. | Use Scenario: Aggregation and protocol translation of ARINC 429, MIL-STD-1553, and discrete I/O signals in flight control computers. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: XC5VFX70T-1FF1136CES acts as deterministic I/O hub with time-triggered scheduling via PowerPC timer peripherals. Use Value: Single-chip consolidation replaces three legacy ASICs, cutting qualification effort by one-third. |
| Industrial Motion Controller | Medical Imaging Backend |
Use Scenario: Synchronized servo drive control across 8 axes with 100 µs cycle time and jitter < 50 ns. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: FPGA logic implements PWM generation and encoder interpolation; PowerPC handles trajectory planning and safety state machine. Use Value: Deterministic timing from on-die PLLs and dedicated clock networks ensures sub-cycle jitter compliance per IEC 61800-5-2. | Use Scenario: Real-time reconstruction of CT projection data using filtered back-projection algorithms. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: DSP48E slices perform fixed-point matrix operations; block RAM stores sinogram buffers for pipelined processing. Use Value: 550 MHz DSP slice throughput achieves 2.1 GFLOPS peak, enabling 15 fps volumetric reconstruction at 512×512 resolution. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar high-performance embedded FPGA applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| Xilinx XC5VLX110T-1FF1136C | No embedded PowerPC cores; 110K logic cells; same GTP transceivers and package | Suitable where soft-core MicroBlaze suffices and deterministic processor latency is not required | Select when logic density is primary constraint and processor coherency is unnecessary |
| Xilinx XC6VLX130T-1FF1156C | 40 nm process; 128K logic cells; 6.6 Gbps GTX transceivers; larger 1156-pin package | Better suited for next-gen designs requiring higher bandwidth but incompatible with existing FF1136 footprint | Choose for new designs needing >5 Gbps serial I/O and higher logic capacity |
Compared with XC5VFX70T-1FF1136CES, the XC5VLX110T offers greater logic resources without processor overhead, while the XC6VLX130T delivers higher serial bandwidth and density at the cost of PCB redesign-neither is pin-compatible, and both require distinct power delivery and thermal management strategies.
Availability
XC5VFX70T-1FF1136CES is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for radar subsystems, avionics data concentrators, and industrial motion controllers requiring stable component supply across extended product lifecycles.
Supply support for XC5VFX70T-1FF1136CES 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 leader delivering adaptive computing solutions for aerospace, defense, and industrial markets with emphasis on reliability, long-term support, and radiation-tolerant design practices.
The Virtex-5 FXT family was engineered for embedded high-performance signal processing applications requiring tightly coupled processor+FPGA architectures in harsh-environment deployments.
FAQ
What is the maximum supported data rate for the transceivers in XC5VFX70T-1FF1136CES?
The XC5VFX70T-1FF1136CES integrates RocketIO GTP transceivers rated for 4.8 Gbps line rates. This specification is validated across temperature and voltage corners per Xilinx DS100 documentation. The XC5VFX70T-1FF1136CES achieves this rate using internal PLLs with programmable pre-emphasis and receiver equalization, supporting protocols including CPRI, Serial RapidIO, and Aurora.
Does XC5VFX70T-1FF1136CES support partial reconfiguration?
Yes, XC5VFX70T-1FF1136CES supports dynamic partial reconfiguration via its Internal Configuration Access Port (ICAP). This capability allows selective logic module updates during operation without resetting the entire device. The XC5VFX70T-1FF1136CES implements ICAP using dedicated configuration logic accessible through PLB or OPB bus interfaces.
What I/O standards are supported by XC5VFX70T-1FF1136CES?
XC5VFX70T-1FF1136CES supports SSTL-18, SSTL-25, HSTL-I, HSTL-II, LVCMOS, and LVDS across its 16 SelectIO banks. Each bank operates independently at voltages from 1.2 V to 3.3 V. The XC5VFX70T-1FF1136CES also includes Digitally Controlled Impedance (DCI) for on-die series termination matching.
Is XC5VFX70T-1FF1136CES qualified for aerospace applications?
XC5VFX70T-1FF1136CES is available in Extended Temperature (E) and Space-Grade (S) variants compliant with MIL-PRF-38535 Class K and QML-V flow. The standard commercial-grade XC5VFX70T-1FF1136CES is not radiation-hardened, but its architecture meets DO-254 Level A design assurance requirements when used with appropriate verification methodologies.
What configuration modes does XC5VFX70T-1FF1136CES support?
XC5VFX70T-1FF1136CES supports Master SelectMAP, Slave SelectMAP, JTAG, and Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI) configuration modes. Bitstream loading can occur from external flash, PROM, or host processor via parallel or serial interfaces. The XC5VFX70T-1FF1136CES also supports fallback configuration and multi-boot with secure AES decryption.
XC5VFX70T-1FF1136CES Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- AMD
- Series:
- Virtex®-5 FXT
- Package/Case:
- 1136-BBGA, FCBGA
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Obsolete
- Programmable:
- Not Verified
- Number of LABs/CLBs:
- 5600
- Number of Logic Elements/Cells:
- 71680
- Total RAM Bits:
- 5455872
- Number of I/O:
- 640
- Number of Gates:
- -
- Voltage - Supply:
- 0.95V ~ 1.05V
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Operating Temperature:
- 0°C ~ 85°C (TJ)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Supplier Device Package:
- 1136-FCBGA (35x35)
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