AMD XC5VLX110-1FF1760C

Overview

XC5VLX110-1FF1760C from AMD (formerly Xilinx) is a Virtex-5 FPGA featuring 110,592 logic cells, 6.48 Mb of block RAM, 240 DSP48E slices, and 640 user I/Os in a 1760-pin Flip-Chip Fine-Pitch BGA package. It targets high-performance digital signal processing and reconfigurable computing in radar and communications infrastructure.

For engineers reviewing the XC5VLX110-1FF1760C datasheet, pinout, applications, or equivalent options, key selection criteria include logic density, I/O count, embedded memory capacity, DSP slice availability, and thermal/power characteristics for high-speed serial interface implementation.

Technical Context

The XC5VLX110-1FF1760C implements a hierarchical FPGA architecture with configurable logic blocks (CLBs), dedicated 18×18 multipliers, and integrated RocketIO GTP transceivers supporting up to 3.75 Gbps. It uses 65 nm copper process technology and supports SelectIO standards including LVDS, SSTL, HSTL, and differential signaling.

Configuration is performed via Master Serial, Slave Serial, or JTAG modes using external PROM or processor-controlled interfaces. The device includes internal clock management units (DCMs) and phase-locked loops (PLLs) for jitter reduction and frequency synthesis across multiple clock domains.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

The XC5VLX110-1FF1760C is housed in a 1760-ball flip-chip fine-pitch BGA (FF1760) package with thermal lid and underfill support. Ball pitch is 1.0 mm; body size is 27 mm × 27 mm; height is 2.3 mm. Thermal design requires exposed pad soldering and controlled airflow per Xilinx UG192.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Compared with XC5VLX110-1FF1760C, the -2 speed grade improves timing margin at cost of power, while the XC6VLX130T-1FF784C delivers higher transceiver performance and newer architecture but mandates layout changes and toolchain updates.

Availability

XC5VLX110-1FF1760C is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for radar signal processing, high-speed test instrumentation, and wireless infrastructure applications requiring stable component supply over extended production lifecycles.

Supply support for XC5VLX110-1FF1760C 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 now develops adaptive computing platforms including FPGAs, MPSoCs, and ACAPs for data center, aerospace, and industrial markets.

The Virtex-5 family was designed for high-performance reconfigurable logic in signal-intensive applications such as defense electronics, wired/wireless communications, and scientific computing.

FAQ

What is the maximum supported transceiver data rate for XC5VLX110-1FF1760C?

The XC5VLX110-1FF1760C integrates RocketIO GTP transceivers rated for operation up to 3.75 Gbps per channel. This enables compliance with PCIe Gen1, SATA I/II, and Serial RapidIO 1.2 physical layers. Actual achievable rate depends on board layout, reference clock stability, and signal integrity tuning per Xilinx UG191.

Does XC5VLX110-1FF1760C support JTAG-based configuration?

Yes, XC5VLX110-1FF1760C supports boundary-scan and configuration via IEEE 1149.1 JTAG interface. The TCK, TMS, TDI, and TDO pins allow programming, debugging, and verification without requiring external configuration PROM. JTAG mode is commonly used during development and field firmware updates.

What is the operating temperature range for XC5VLX110-1FF1760C?

XC5VLX110-1FF1760C is specified for commercial temperature operation from 0°C to +85°C ambient. The -1 speed grade defines timing parameters under these conditions. Industrial or extended temperature variants (e.g., -1I or -2E) are not available for this specific FF1760 package option.

How many clock management tiles does XC5VLX110-1FF1760C include?

XC5VLX110-1FF1760C contains 16 Digital Clock Managers (DCMs) and 4 Phase-Locked Loops (PLLs). These provide independent clock synthesis, multiplication, division, phase shifting, and duty-cycle correction across multiple domains-critical for mixed-clock systems like video pipelines or multi-standard radios.

Is XC5VLX110-1FF1760C compatible with Vivado Design Suite?

No, XC5VLX110-1FF1760C is supported exclusively by Xilinx ISE Design Suite v14.7 and earlier. Vivado does not support Virtex-5 devices. Users must maintain legacy ISE toolchains for synthesis, implementation, and bitstream generation of XC5VLX110-1FF1760C designs.