AMD XC5VLX330T-1FF1738I

Overview

XC5VLX330T-1FF1738I from AMD (formerly Xilinx) is a high-capacity Virtex-5 FPGA featuring 330,000 logic cells, 12.5 Mb of block RAM, 640 DSP48E slices, and 72 GTX transceivers operating up to 3.75 Gb/s. It is housed in a 1738-pin Flip-Chip Fine-Pitch Ball Grid Array (FFG1738) package with 1.0 V core voltage and -1 speed grade for high-performance serial connectivity and signal processing in reconfigurable systems.

For engineers reviewing the XC5VLX330T-1FF1738I datasheet, pinout, applications, or equivalent options, key selection criteria include GTX transceiver count and data rate, block RAM depth, DSP slice availability, I/O bank voltage flexibility, and thermal performance in high-density PCB layouts.

Technical Context

The XC5VLX330T-1FF1738I implements a hierarchical FPGA architecture with six distinct logic tile types-LUT-based CLBs, dedicated DSP48E blocks, dual-port block RAMs, clock management tiles (CMT), PCI Express® Endpoint blocks, and GTX serial transceivers. Its configuration is SRAM-based and loaded via SelectMAP, JTAG, or serial PROM interfaces.

This device supports multi-gigabit serial protocols including PCIe Gen1/Gen2, SATA, Serial RapidIO, and CPRI, with each GTX transceiver including TX/RX phase alignment, 8B/10B encoding, and programmable pre-emphasis and receiver equalization. The CMT integrates DCMs and PLLs for jitter reduction and clock synthesis across multiple domains.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

XC5VLX330T-1FF1738I is packaged in a 1738-ball Flip-Chip Fine-Pitch BGA (FFG1738) with 1.0 mm ball pitch, designed for high thermal dissipation and signal integrity in dense, high-speed PCB environments. The package supports 792 user I/Os distributed across 24 banks with independent VCCO and VREF per bank.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Compared with XC5VLX330T-1FF1738I, the -2 variant offers improved timing headroom without layout changes, while the XCVU3P enables next-generation protocols and denser logic but requires full toolchain and board redesign.

Availability

XC5VLX330T-1FF1738I is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for radar signal processing, optical transport networking, and medical imaging acceleration requiring stable component supply across extended product lifecycles.

Supply support for XC5VLX330T-1FF1738I 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 leader delivering adaptive computing solutions, including FPGAs, ACAPs, and AI accelerators for data center, communications, and embedded markets.

The Virtex-5 family was engineered for high-performance reconfigurable systems demanding multi-gigabit serial connectivity, high logic density, and deterministic signal processing-targeting aerospace, defense, and telecom infrastructure.

FAQ

What is the maximum supported GTX transceiver data rate for XC5VLX330T-1FF1738I?

The XC5VLX330T-1FF1738I supports GTX transceivers up to 3.75 Gb/s per lane. This rate is validated across all 72 transceivers under industrial temperature conditions and with proper reference clock jitter specifications. The XC5VLX330T-1FF1738I achieves this performance using integrated pre-emphasis and receiver equalization, enabling reliable operation in backplane and cable-based links.

Does XC5VLX330T-1FF1738I support partial reconfiguration?

Yes, the XC5VLX330T-1FF1738I supports partial reconfiguration through Xilinx ISE Design Suite tools. This capability allows dynamic replacement of logic modules while the rest of the design remains operational. The XC5VLX330T-1FF1738I implements this using frame-based bitstream updates and dedicated configuration logic, enabling field-upgradable functions in radar and test equipment.

What I/O standards are supported by XC5VLX330T-1FF1738I?

The XC5VLX330T-1FF1738I supports LVDS, LVPECL, SSTL-18/25, HSTL-I/II, and differential signaling standards across its 24 I/O banks. Each bank has independent VCCO and VREF control, allowing mixed-voltage operation. The XC5VLX330T-1FF1738I also supports source-synchronous interfaces like ChipSync for DDR2/DDR3 memory controllers.

Is XC5VLX330T-1FF1738I qualified for automotive applications?

No, the XC5VLX330T-1FF1738I is rated for industrial temperature range (–40°C to +100°C) and is not AEC-Q100 qualified. It is intended for aerospace, defense, and telecom infrastructure-not automotive ECUs or ADAS control units. For automotive use, designers should consider AMD's XA (Automotive) qualified Virtex-7 or Versal derivatives instead of the XC5VLX330T-1FF1738I.

What configuration modes does XC5VLX330T-1FF1738I support?

The XC5VLX330T-1FF1738I supports Master SelectMAP, Slave SelectMAP, JTAG, and Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI) PROM configuration modes. Configuration bitstreams can be loaded from external flash, microcontroller, or boundary-scan controller. The XC5VLX330T-1FF1738I uses a 32-bit wide parallel interface in Master SelectMAP mode for fastest startup, completing configuration in under 100 ms with a 100 MHz CCLK.