AMD XC5VLX20T-3FFG323C
- Part No.:
- XC5VLX20T-3FFG323C
- Manufacturer:
- AMD
- Category:
- FPGAs (Field Programmable Gate Array)
- Package:
- 323-BBGA, FCBGA
- Datasheet:
-
XC5VLX20T-3FFG323C.pdf
- Description:
- IC FPGA 172 I/O 323FCBGA
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Product details
Overview
XC5VLX20T-3FFG323C from AMD (formerly Xilinx) is a Virtex-5 FPGA featuring 20,736 logic cells, 1.2 MB of block RAM, 120 DSP48E slices, and operates at -3 speed grade with 1.0 V core voltage. It is housed in a 323-pin Fine-Pitch Flip-Chip BGA (FFG323) package and targets high-performance embedded vision and industrial protocol bridging applications.
For engineers reviewing the XC5VLX20T-3FFG323C datasheet, pinout, applications, or equivalent options, key selection criteria include I/O count (240 user I/Os), differential signaling support (LVDS, RSDS), multi-gigabit transceiver availability (no GTX transceivers in LX20T), and thermal design implications of the FFG323 package.
Technical Context
The XC5VLX20T-3FFG323C belongs to the Virtex-5 LXT family's "T" (Transceiver) variant - however, this specific LX20T device contains zero GTX transceivers. It implements a column-based architecture with dedicated clock routing, SelectIO technology supporting 240 user-configurable I/Os across 12 banks, and integrated PCI Express® Endpoint v1.0 logic.
It supports configuration via Master SelectMAP, Slave SelectMAP, and JTAG interfaces, and includes System Monitor functionality for on-chip temperature and supply voltage monitoring. The -3 speed grade guarantees timing closure up to 550 MHz for internal logic paths under specified conditions.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Logic Cells | 20,736 - provides gate count equivalent to ~100K ASIC gates for custom digital logic implementation |
| Block RAM | 1,244 kbits - enables large on-chip data buffering and FIFO construction without external memory |
| DSP Slices | 120 × DSP48E - supports parallel multiply-accumulate operations at up to 550 MHz for filtering and math-intensive tasks |
| User I/Os | 240 - distributed across 12 banks with independent voltage support per bank (1.2–3.3 V) |
| Speed Grade | -3 - guarantees maximum internal clock frequency of 550 MHz for registered logic paths |
| Core Voltage | 1.0 V ±3% - requires tight regulation and low-noise power delivery for stable operation |
| Package | FFG323 - 323-pin flip-chip BGA, 15×15 mm body, 1.0 mm pitch, RoHS-compliant |
Pinout & Package
The XC5VLX20T-3FFG323C is packaged in a 323-pin Fine-Pitch Flip-Chip BGA (FFG323) with 15×15 mm body size, 1.0 mm ball pitch, and thermal pad exposed on underside for enhanced heat dissipation.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| VCCINT | Core power supply | Supplies 1.0 V to FPGA fabric; requires local decoupling and low-ESR capacitors |
| VCCAUX | Auxiliary power supply | Supplies 2.5 V to configuration logic, JTAG, and select I/O banks |
| VCCO_0–VCCO_11 | I/O bank power | Independent 1.2–3.3 V supplies per bank enable mixed-voltage interface design |
| PROGRAM_B | Configuration reset | Active-low signal that initiates reconfiguration and clears configuration memory |
| INIT_B | Configuration status | Open-drain output indicating configuration progress and success/failure |
| CCLK | Configuration clock | Input clock for Master SelectMAP configuration mode; frequency ≤ 50 MHz |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| PCI Express Endpoint v1.0 | Hard IP block supporting x1 lane, enabling direct host CPU communication without soft-core overhead |
| SelectIO Technology | Supports LVCMOS, LVTTL, SSTL, HSTL, LVDS, and RSDS standards across 12 I/O banks |
| System Monitor | On-die analog-to-digital converter measuring die temperature and VCCINT/VCCAUX voltages in real time |
| Configurable Logic Blocks (CLBs) | Each CLB contains four 6-input LUTs and eight flip-flops, enabling high-density synchronous logic implementation |
| Multi-Channel Clock Management | Eight DCMs (Digital Clock Managers) provide phase shifting, duty cycle correction, and frequency synthesis per domain |
Applications
| Industrial Machine Vision | Protocol Translation Bridge |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Real-time image preprocessing in factory-floor inspection systems using CMOS sensors. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: FPGA fabric performs pixel-level filtering, edge detection, and ROI extraction before sending processed frames to host processor. Use Value: 240 user I/Os allow parallel sensor interface + PCIe endpoint enables low-latency frame transfer to host PC. | Use Scenario: Bridging legacy RS-485 fieldbus to modern Ethernet/IP networks in PLC backplanes. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Implements dual-port memory-mapped interface between UART peripherals and TCP/IP stack running on external ARM processor. Use Value: 120 DSP48E slices accelerate CRC computation and packet framing; SelectIO supports both 3.3 V RS-485 PHY and 2.5 V Ethernet MAC I/O. |
| Test Equipment Control | Avionics Data Acquisition |
Use Scenario: Synchronized stimulus generation and response capture in automated test equipment (ATE) for semiconductor validation. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Generates precise timing waveforms and captures return signals with sub-ns alignment using deterministic I/O delay control. Use Value: -3 speed grade ensures 550 MHz internal timing margin; System Monitor enables real-time thermal derating during extended burn-in cycles. | Use Scenario: ARINC 429 and MIL-STD-1553B bus interfacing in flight data recorders with deterministic latency requirements. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Implements hardened bus controllers with guaranteed worst-case response times via fixed-pipeline logic. Use Value: Dedicated DCMs provide jitter-free clocking for multiple serial buses; 1.0 V core reduces power density critical in sealed avionics enclosures. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar FPGA-based interface and processing applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| XC5VLX30T-3FFG323C | 30,000 logic cells, 1.6 MB block RAM, same package and speed grade | Higher gate count supports larger protocol stacks or additional video pipelines | Choose when XC5VLX20T-3FFG323C resource utilization exceeds 85% in synthesis reports |
| XC6SLX25-3CSG324C | Spartan-6 device, 24,051 logic cells, no built-in PCIe, 324-pin CSBG324 package | Lacks hard PCIe endpoint; relies on soft IP; lower power and cost but higher logic latency | Prefer for cost-sensitive, non-PCIe applications where deterministic timing is less critical than BOM cost |
Compared with XC5VLX20T-3FFG323C, the XC5VLX30T-3FFG323C offers headroom for future feature expansion without PCB change, while the XC6SLX25-3CSG324C trades PCIe integration and timing predictability for lower unit cost and power - making it suitable only where PCIe is implemented externally or omitted entirely.
Availability
XC5VLX20T-3FFG323C is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial machine vision, protocol bridging, and avionics data acquisition requiring stable component supply and long-term lifecycle assurance.
Supply support for XC5VLX20T-3FFG323C 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 AI accelerators for data center, embedded, and aerospace markets.
The Virtex-5 family was designed for high-performance logic, signal processing, and serial connectivity in demanding embedded systems - with the LX20T variant optimized for balanced logic density, I/O flexibility, and PCIe integration without transceivers.
FAQ
Does XC5VLX20T-3FFG323C include multi-gigabit transceivers?
No, XC5VLX20T-3FFG323C does not contain any GTX transceivers. Although it belongs to the Virtex-5 LXT family naming convention, the LX20T variant is transceiver-less. Designers requiring serial transceivers must select an LXT part with non-zero GTX count (e.g., XC5VLX50T) or use external SerDes ICs alongside XC5VLX20T-3FFG323C.
What configuration modes does XC5VLX20T-3FFG323C support?
XC5VLX20T-3FFG323C supports Master SelectMAP, Slave SelectMAP, and JTAG configuration modes. Master SelectMAP uses internal oscillator and CCLK output for parallel PROM loading; Slave SelectMAP allows external controller to drive configuration; JTAG is used for boundary-scan testing and programming via standard debug probes.
Is XC5VLX20T-3FFG323C RoHS compliant and lead-free?
Yes, XC5VLX20T-3FFG323C is RoHS compliant and lead-free. The FFG323 package uses matte tin finish on solder balls and meets JEDEC J-STD-020 moisture sensitivity level 3 (MSL3), requiring bake conditioning before reflow if exposed beyond floor life.
Can XC5VLX20T-3FFG323C be used as a PCI Express endpoint in x4 or x8 mode?
No, XC5VLX20T-3FFG323C supports only x1 lane PCI Express Endpoint v1.0. Its hard IP block is fixed to single-lane operation and cannot be scaled to x4 or x8. For wider PCIe lanes, designers must select higher-density Virtex-5 LXT devices such as XC5VLX110T or migrate to Virtex-6 or newer families.
What is the maximum operating junction temperature for XC5VLX20T-3FFG323C?
The maximum operating junction temperature for XC5VLX20T-3FFG323C is 100°C, as specified in the Virtex-5 DC and Switching Characteristics datasheet (DS106). Thermal design must ensure junction temperature remains below this limit under worst-case power dissipation and ambient conditions.
XC5VLX20T-3FFG323C Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- AMD
- Series:
- Virtex®-5 LXT
- Package/Case:
- 323-BBGA, FCBGA
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Obsolete
- Programmable:
- Not Verified
- Number of LABs/CLBs:
- 1560
- Number of Logic Elements/Cells:
- 19968
- Total RAM Bits:
- 958464
- Number of I/O:
- 172
- 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:
- 323-FCBGA (19x19)
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