AMD XC5VLX110T-1FF1136I

Overview

XC5VLX110T-1FF1136I from AMD (formerly Xilinx) is a Virtex-5 FPGA featuring 110,592 logic cells, 6.48 Mb total block RAM, and 240 DSP48E slices. It uses a 65 nm copper process, supports -1 speed grade (1.0 ns CLB delay), and is packaged in a 1136-pin Flip-Chip Fine-Pitch Ball Grid Array (FFG1136) for high-bandwidth board-level integration in reconfigurable computing systems.

For engineers reviewing the XC5VLX110T-1FF1136I datasheet, pinout, applications, or equivalent options, key selection criteria include I/O count (640 user I/Os), differential signaling support (LVDS, SSTL, HSTL), embedded memory depth, DSP slice throughput, and thermal performance under sustained 1.0V core voltage operation.

Technical Context

The XC5VLX110T-1FF1136I implements a hierarchical FPGA architecture with configurable logic blocks (CLBs), column-based I/O banks supporting multiple voltage standards, and dedicated routing for clock networks and high-speed serial interfaces. It integrates 240 DSP48E slices capable of 25×18-bit multiply-accumulate operations at up to 550 MHz.

Its 640 user I/Os are distributed across 16 I/O banks, each independently configurable for 1.2 V to 3.3 V signaling. The device includes 24 clock management tiles (CMTs), each containing a digital clock manager (DCM) and phase-locked loop (PLL), enabling precise clock synthesis, skew control, and jitter reduction for multi-clock domain designs.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

XC5VLX110T-1FF1136I is housed in a 1136-ball Flip-Chip Fine-Pitch BGA (FFG1136) package with 35 mm × 35 mm body size, 1.0 mm ball pitch, and thermal-enhanced construction for high-power FPGA operation. Pin assignments follow Xilinx's standardized Virtex-5 pinout layout with dedicated configuration, JTAG, clock, and power delivery terminals.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Compared with XC5VLX110T-1FF1136I, the XC5VLX330T-1FF1738I offers triple logic capacity in a physically larger package, while the XCKU060-2FFVA1156I delivers 4× DSP throughput and 4× serial bandwidth using a modern 20 nm process-making it suitable for migration paths where legacy Virtex-5 footprint compatibility is not required.

Availability

XC5VLX110T-1FF1136I is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for radar signal processing, medical imaging acceleration, and avionics data concentrators requiring stable component supply across extended production lifecycles.

Supply support for XC5VLX110T-1FF1136I 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, adaptive SoCs, and software tools for hardware-accelerated workloads.

The Virtex-5 family was designed for high-performance reconfigurable systems demanding high logic density, embedded memory, and multi-gigabit serial connectivity in aerospace, defense, and medical imaging applications.

FAQ

What is the maximum operating frequency of the XC5VLX110T-1FF1136I?

The XC5VLX110T-1FF1136I has a -1 speed grade specifying a 1.0 ns CLB propagation delay. This enables synchronous logic paths to operate reliably up to 500 MHz in typical conditions, with actual achievable frequency depending on design complexity, routing, and temperature. The device's 24 CMTs support clock synthesis up to 1.2 GHz for internal logic domains.

Does the XC5VLX110T-1FF1136I support DDR3 memory interfaces?

Yes, the XC5VLX110T-1FF1136I supports DDR3 SDRAM interfaces through its SelectIO technology and dedicated memory controller primitives. It achieves data rates up to 800 Mbps per pin using SSTL_15 I/O standard, with built-in calibration and deskew features. Full DDR3 PHY implementation requires Xilinx MIG v3.7 or later.

How many GTP transceivers does the XC5VLX110T-1FF1136I include?

The XC5VLX110T-1FF1136I integrates 16 GTP transceivers, each capable of 3.125 Gbps operation. These support protocols including SATA I/II, Serial RapidIO 1.x, Aurora, and custom 8B/10B encoded links. Transceiver placement follows columnar distribution across the die to minimize skew and optimize PCB routing.

What configuration modes are supported by the XC5VLX1136I?

The XC5VLX110T-1FF1136I supports Master SelectMAP, Slave SelectMAP, JTAG, and Serial configuration modes. Configuration bitstreams can be loaded from SPI flash, BPI flash, or external processors via parallel or serial interfaces. INIT_B and PROGRAM_B pins coordinate startup sequencing and recovery from configuration errors.

Is partial reconfiguration supported on the XC5VLX110T-1FF1136I?

Yes, the XC5VLX110T-1FF1136I supports dynamic partial reconfiguration (DPR) using Xilinx ISE 13.4 or later toolflow. DPR allows runtime replacement of logical modules-such as filter coefficients or protocol engines-without resetting the entire device or disrupting active I/O channels.