AMD XC5VLX220-1FFG1760C

Overview

XC5VLX220-1FFG1760C from AMD (formerly Xilinx) is a high-capacity Virtex-5 FPGA featuring 220,000 logic cells, 12.8 MB of block RAM, and 640 DSP48E slices. It supports PCIe Gen1 x8, DDR2-533 memory interfaces, and operates at -1 speed grade with 1.0V core voltage. It is used in high-performance digital signal processing systems such as radar baseband processing.

For engineers reviewing the XC5VLX220-1FFG1760C datasheet, pinout, applications, or equivalent options, key selection criteria include I/O count (720 user I/Os), transceiver capability (no integrated transceivers), thermal design margin for FFG1760 package, and compatibility with ISE Design Suite v14.7.

Technical Context

The XC5VLX220-1FFG1760C implements a column-based architecture with configurable logic blocks (CLBs), dedicated DSP48E slices for arithmetic-intensive tasks, and SelectIO technology supporting LVDS, SSTL, HSTL, and differential signaling standards. It includes clock management tiles with DCMs and PLLs for jitter reduction and frequency synthesis.

It lacks built-in multi-gigabit transceivers (MGTs), distinguishing it from Virtex-5 LXT and SXT families. Configuration is performed via Master SelectMAP or JTAG, with support for dual-boot from two BPI flash devices.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

XC5VLX220-1FFG1760C is housed in a 1760-pin Fine-Pitch Flip-Chip Ball Grid Array (FFG1760) package with 35×35 mm body size, 1.0 mm ball pitch, and Pb-free/ROHS-compliant construction. Thermal pad on underside requires solder paste stencil design per Xilinx UG192.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Compared with XC5VLX220-1FFG1760C, XC5VLX330-1FFG1760C offers scalable logic headroom within identical thermal and mechanical constraints, while XC6VLX240T-1FFG1156C introduces transceiver capability and architectural improvements at the cost of I/O count and package compatibility.

Availability

XC5VLX220-1FFG1760C is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for radar baseband processing, medical imaging data acquisition, and industrial machine vision controllers requiring stable component supply across extended production lifecycles.

Supply support for XC5VLX220-1FFG1760C 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 company delivering adaptive computing solutions, acquired Xilinx in 2022 to expand its FPGA and adaptive SoC portfolio.

The Virtex-5 family was designed for high-performance, logic- and DSP-intensive applications in aerospace, defense, and medical imaging where predictable timing closure and deterministic resource utilization are critical.

FAQ

What is the maximum supported DDR2 memory interface speed for XC5VLX220-1FFG1760C?

The XC5VLX220-1FFG1760C supports DDR2-533 (266 MHz clock) interfaces using its dedicated memory controller logic and SelectIO pins configured for SSTL-18. This speed is validated per Xilinx UG190 and requires proper PCB routing, termination, and timing constraints in ISE Design Suite v14.7. The XC5VLX220-1FFG1760C does not support DDR3 or LPDDR2 standards.

Does XC5VLX220-1FFG1760C include built-in multi-gigabit transceivers?

No, XC5VLX220-1FFG1760C belongs to the Virtex-5 LX family and contains no integrated multi-gigabit transceivers (MGTs). High-speed serial connectivity must be implemented externally using discrete PHYs or by upgrading to Virtex-5 LXT or SXT variants. The XC5VLX220-1FFG1760C relies on parallel I/O banks for data transfer.

What configuration modes are supported by XC5VLX220-1FFG1760C?

The XC5VLX220-1FFG1760C supports Master SelectMAP, Slave SelectMAP, JTAG, and Slave Serial configuration modes. Mode selection is controlled by M0–M2 pins at power-up. Master SelectMAP is commonly used for fast parallel programming from SPI or BPI flash, while JTAG enables boundary-scan testing and partial reconfiguration. All modes are documented in Xilinx UG192 for XC5VLX220-1FFG1760C.

Is XC5VLX220-1FFG1760C compatible with Vivado Design Suite?

No, XC5VLX220-1FFG1760C is not supported in Vivado Design Suite. It requires Xilinx ISE Design Suite v13.4 through v14.7 for synthesis, implementation, and bitstream generation. Vivado targets 7-series and newer FPGAs. Using ISE v14.7 ensures correct timing analysis, place-and-route, and configuration file generation for XC5VLX220-1FFG1760C.

What thermal management considerations apply to XC5VLX220-1FFG1760C in the FFG1760 package?

The XC5VLX220-1FFG1760C in FFG1760 package requires a thermal solution capable of dissipating up to 12 W typical power under full utilization. Xilinx UG192 specifies a 10 mm × 10 mm thermal pad on the package underside, which must be soldered to a solid copper thermal plane on the PCB. Recommended airflow is ≥300 LFM with ambient ≤40°C to maintain junction temperature below 85°C for XC5VLX220-1FFG1760C.