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AMD XC5VLX155-3FFG1153C
- Part No.:
- XC5VLX155-3FFG1153C
- Manufacturer:
- AMD
- Category:
- FPGAs (Field Programmable Gate Array)
- Package:
- 1153-BBGA, FCBGA
- Datasheet:
-
XC5VLX155-3FFG1153C.pdf
- Description:
- IC FPGA 800 I/O 1153FCBGA
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Product details
Overview
XC5VLX155-3FFG1153C from AMD (formerly Xilinx) is a Virtex-5 FPGA featuring 155,328 logic cells, 12.5 Mb of block RAM, 640 DSP48E slices, and operates at -3 speed grade with guaranteed 500 MHz system clock performance in the FFG1153 flip-chip BGA package. It targets high-bandwidth digital signal processing in radar baseband processing systems.
For engineers reviewing the XC5VLX155-3FFG1153C datasheet, pinout, applications, or equivalent options, key selection factors include I/O voltage support (1.2 V to 3.3 V), differential signaling compliance (LVDS, RSDS, BLVDS), and transceiver line rates up to 3.75 Gbps.
Technical Context
The XC5VLX155-3FFG1153C implements a hierarchical FPGA architecture with configurable logic blocks (CLBs), dedicated DSP48E slices for arithmetic-intensive tasks, and integrated SelectIO technology supporting single-ended and differential standards. Its clocking system includes 32 DCMs and 16 PLLs for precise clock synthesis and phase alignment.
It integrates 24 RocketIO GTP transceivers operating at 100 Mbps to 3.75 Gbps per lane, compliant with PCIe Gen1, SATA, and Serial RapidIO protocols. The device supports partial reconfiguration and uses 65 nm copper process technology with 1.0 V core voltage.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Logic Cells | 155,328 - total programmable LUT/flip-flop pairs for complex logic implementation |
| Block RAM | 12.5 Mb - distributed memory capacity usable as FIFOs, buffers, or lookup tables |
| DSP Slices | 640 DSP48E - hardwired multiply-accumulate units enabling real-time filtering and FFT |
| Transceivers | 24 GTP - serial I/O lanes supporting 100 Mbps–3.75 Gbps with embedded encoding/decoding |
| I/O Standards | LVDS, RSDS, BLVDS, SSTL, HSTL - supports mixed-voltage board interfaces up to 3.3 V |
| Speed Grade | -3 - guarantees timing closure at 500 MHz system clock under worst-case conditions |
| Package | FFG1153 - 1153-pin flip-chip BGA with 1.0 mm pitch, thermal lid, and 35×35 mm footprint |
Pinout & Package
XC5VLX155-3FFG1153C is housed in a 1153-pin flip-chip fine-pitch BGA (FFG1153) with thermal lid, 1.0 mm ball pitch, and 35×35 mm body size. Pin functions are organized into banks with independent VCCO and VREF per bank.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| VCCINT | Core power supply | 1.0 V ±3% supply for FPGA fabric and CLBs; requires low-noise regulation |
| VCCAUX | Auxiliary power supply | 2.5 V supply for configuration logic, clock management, and JTAG interface |
| VCCO | I/O bank power | 1.2 V–3.3 V selectable per bank; sets output swing and input threshold |
| VRP/VRN | Reference voltage inputs | Provide termination reference for differential standards like LVDS within each I/O bank |
| CLK_IN | Dedicated clock input | Low-skew global routing path to DCM/PLL; supports single-ended or differential clocks |
| INIT_B | Configuration status | Open-drain active-low signal indicating configuration memory readiness or error |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Partial Reconfiguration Support | Enables dynamic module swapping without full device reset-critical for adaptive radar waveform updates |
| Integrated PCIe Endpoint Logic | Hard IP for PCIe Gen1 x1/x2/x4 reduces soft-core overhead and ensures protocol compliance |
| Multi-Standard SelectIO | Single I/O pin supports LVDS, SSTL, HSTL, and others via configuration-reduces PCB layer count |
| DCM + PLL Clock Management | 32 DCMs and 16 PLLs allow independent clock domain generation and jitter reduction across subsystems |
| 65 nm Low-Power Process | Reduces dynamic and static power vs. 90 nm predecessors-enables higher density without thermal throttling |
Applications
| Radar Baseband Processing | Medical Imaging Backend |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Real-time pulse-Doppler signal conditioning and beamforming in ground-based radar systems. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: FPGA fabric executes time-critical FIR filters and FFT engines; GTP transceivers stream ADC data from RF front-end. Use Value: 640 DSP48E slices enable >200 GMAC/s compute density for simultaneous multi-target tracking. | Use Scenario: High-throughput image reconstruction pipeline in MRI and CT scanner backends. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Configurable logic processes raw k-space data; block RAM buffers multi-gigabyte datasets between acquisition and GPU transfer. Use Value: 12.5 Mb on-chip RAM eliminates external DDR latency bottlenecks during iterative reconstruction. |
| High-Speed Test Equipment | Avionics Data Concentrator |
Use Scenario: Protocol-aware bit-error-rate testing of 3 Gbps serial links in production test fixtures. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: GTP transceivers act as physical-layer loopback and pattern generator; DSP slices perform real-time error analysis. Use Value: Native 3.75 Gbps transceiver rate supports margin testing beyond SATA II and PCIe Gen1 spec limits. | Use Scenario: ARINC 664 (AFDX) and MIL-STD-1553B data aggregation in flight control computers. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Soft-core processor manages deterministic packet scheduling; I/O banks interface to multiple legacy avionics buses. Use Value: Mixed-voltage I/O (1.5 V/1.8 V/2.5 V/3.3 V) enables direct connection to diverse sensor and actuator modules. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar high-performance FPGA applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| XCVU9P-2FLGA2104I | UltraScale architecture, 2588K logic cells, 48.5 Mb BRAM, 64 GTY transceivers (up to 32.75 Gbps) | Targets next-gen 5G and AI inference where XC5VLX155-3FFG1153C lacks native AI engine or PAM4 support | Select when migrating from Virtex-5 for higher bandwidth, lower latency, or advanced SerDes requirements |
| XC6VLX240T-3FFG1156C | Virtex-6 family, 240,000 logic cells, 15.5 Mb BRAM, 32 GTP transceivers (same 3.75 Gbps max) | Offers larger logic capacity and improved power efficiency over XC5VLX155-3FFG1153C while retaining pin-compatible footprint with FFG1156 | Choose for design refreshes requiring more resources without changing PCB layout |
Compared with XC5VLX155-3FFG1153C, the XC6VLX240T-3FFG1156C delivers 55% more logic and 8% higher transceiver count in a mechanically similar package, whereas the XCVU9P-2FLGA2104I shifts to a new architecture with 10× higher SerDes bandwidth but requires full RTL and board redesign.
Availability
XC5VLX155-3FFG1153C is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for radar signal processing, medical imaging backend acceleration, and avionics data concentration requiring stable component supply across extended product lifecycles.
Supply support for XC5VLX155-3FFG1153C 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, ACAPs, and software tools for heterogeneous acceleration.
The Virtex-5 family was designed for high-performance logic, DSP, and serial connectivity in aerospace, defense, and wired communications infrastructure.
FAQ
What is the maximum guaranteed operating frequency of the XC5VLX155-3FFG1153C?
The XC5VLX155-3FFG1153C carries a -3 speed grade rating, guaranteeing full functionality at 500 MHz system clock frequency under worst-case voltage and temperature conditions. This applies to internal logic paths and synchronous elements as verified by Xilinx timing analysis tools using the provided speed files for the FFG1153 package.
Does the XC5VLX155-3FFG1153C support PCI Express Gen1 endpoints?
Yes, the XC5VLX155-3FFG1153C includes hard IP blocks for PCI Express Gen1 endpoint functionality, supporting x1, x2, and x4 link widths. These blocks are implemented in dedicated silicon and require no LUT resources, ensuring deterministic latency and full compliance with PCIe Base Specification 1.1.
What I/O standards are supported by the XC5VLX155-3FFG1153C?
The XC5VLX155-3FFG1153C supports LVDS, RSDS, BLVDS, SSTL-18/25, HSTL-I/II, and single-ended LVTTL/LVCMOS across its 640 user I/O pins. Each of the 20 I/O banks can be independently configured for different VCCO voltages (1.2 V to 3.3 V) and referenced standards.
Is partial reconfiguration supported on the XC5VLX155-3FFG1153C?
Yes, the XC5VLX155-3FFG1153C supports partial reconfiguration through its ICAP (Internal Configuration Access Port) and frame-based bitstream loading. This allows dynamic replacement of logic modules without resetting the entire device, a capability used in adaptive radar and software-defined radio applications.
What is the block RAM capacity of the XC5VLX155-3FFG1153C?
The XC5VLX155-3FFG1153C provides 12.5 Mb of total block RAM, composed of 512 dual-port 36 Kb RAMB36 blocks. These can be configured as 36 Kb single-port, 18 Kb dual-port, or smaller partitions, and support byte-write enable and parity generation.
XC5VLX155-3FFG1153C Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- AMD
- Series:
- Virtex®-5 LX
- Package/Case:
- 1153-BBGA, FCBGA
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Active
- Programmable:
- Not Verified
- Number of LABs/CLBs:
- 12160
- Number of Logic Elements/Cells:
- 155648
- Total RAM Bits:
- 7077888
- Number of I/O:
- 800
- 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:
- 1153-FCBGA (35x35)
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