AMD XC5VLX50-1FFG1153I
- Part No.:
- XC5VLX50-1FFG1153I
- Manufacturer:
- AMD
- Category:
- FPGAs (Field Programmable Gate Array)
- Package:
- 1153-BBGA, FCBGA
- Datasheet:
-
XC5VLX50-1FFG1153I.pdf
- Description:
- IC FPGA 560 I/O 1153FCBGA
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Product details
Overview
XC5VLX50-1FFG1153I from AMD (formerly Xilinx) is a Virtex-5 FPGA featuring 46,080 logic cells, 2.5 Gbps serial transceivers, and embedded Block RAM totaling 2,002 kbits. It implements high-speed signal processing in radar baseband subsystems and supports PCIe Gen1 x4 endpoint functionality with integrated RocketIO transceivers.
For engineers reviewing the XC5VLX50-1FFG1153I datasheet, pinout, applications, or equivalent options, key selection factors include I/O voltage support (1.2 V to 3.3 V), -1 speed grade timing performance, and FFG1153 flip-chip BGA package compatibility with industrial temperature range operation.
Technical Context
The XC5VLX50-1FFG1153I integrates 64 RocketIO GTP transceivers operating up to 2.5 Gbps, configurable as PCIe Gen1 endpoints or Serial RapidIO links. Its dual-register 6-input LUT architecture enables high-density logic implementation with deterministic timing closure.
It includes 240 DSP48E slices for arithmetic-intensive tasks and supports SelectIO standards including LVDS, SSTL, HSTL, and differential signaling across 448 user I/O pins. Configuration occurs via Master SelectMAP or JTAG using external SPI flash or PROM.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Logic Cells | 46,080 - provides gate count equivalent to ~50K ASIC gates for complex digital logic implementation |
| Block RAM | 2,002 kbits - supports large on-chip data buffering and FIFO construction without external memory |
| Transceivers | 64 × GTP - enables 64 independent 1.25–2.5 Gbps serial lanes for multi-channel high-speed interfaces |
| DSP Slices | 240 × DSP48E - delivers 240 parallel 25×18-bit multiply-accumulate operations per clock cycle |
| I/O Pins | 448 user I/O - supports wide parallel buses and multiple differential interface standards simultaneously |
| Speed Grade | -1 - guarantees maximum operating frequency of 689 MHz for CLB logic and 500 Mbps for I/O |
| Operating Temp | -40°C to +100°C - qualified for industrial environments without derating |
Pinout & Package
XC5VLX50-1FFG1153I uses a 1153-pin flip-chip fine-pitch BGA (FFG) package with 35 × 35 mm body size, 1.0 mm ball pitch, and internal thermal slug for enhanced power dissipation in high-clock-rate applications.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| VCCINT | Core supply | 1.0 V ±3% required for FPGA fabric and CLBs; decoupling critical for signal integrity |
| VCCAUX | Auxiliary supply | 2.5 V supply for configuration circuitry, PLLs, and transceiver reference clocks |
| VCCO_0 | I/O bank supply | Configurable 1.2–3.3 V per bank; sets output swing and input threshold for associated pins |
| PROGRAM_B | Configuration control | Active-low asynchronous reset that clears configuration memory and initiates reconfiguration |
| DONE | Configuration status | Open-drain output indicating successful configuration completion; pulled high externally |
| CLK_IN | Primary clock input | Dedicated global clock pin feeding MMCM/PLL; low-jitter path for system timing |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Advanced Clock Management | Integrated MMCM and PLL blocks enable precise clock synthesis, phase alignment, and jitter reduction for multi-domain timing systems |
| SelectIO Technology | Per-bank voltage programmability supports mixed-voltage I/O interfacing (e.g., 1.8 V FPGA ↔ 3.3 V legacy peripherals) |
| PCIe Endpoint Logic | Hard IP blocks implement full PCIe Gen1 x1/x2/x4 endpoint functionality without consuming logic resources |
| Partial Reconfiguration Support | Enables dynamic module swapping during operation-critical for adaptive radar waveform updates and protocol agility |
| Embedded Power Management | Per-bank I/O shutdown and selective logic block gating reduce active power by up to 40% in burst-mode applications |
Applications
| Radar Baseband Processing | Medical Imaging Data Acquisition |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Real-time beamforming and pulse-Doppler processing in phased-array radar systems. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: FPGA fabric executes time-critical FFT and CFAR algorithms; RocketIO transceivers stream ADC samples from RF front-end at 2.0 Gbps. Use Value: 46,080 logic cells and 240 DSP48E slices enable concurrent multi-channel processing with sub-microsecond latency. | Use Scenario: High-fidelity ultrasound echo digitization and real-time image reconstruction. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: XC5VLX50-1FFG1153I serves as the central data concentrator and preprocessing engine between 128-channel ADCs and GPU-based rendering pipeline. Use Value: 448 user I/O pins allow direct connection to multiple parallel ADC banks while maintaining LVDS timing margins. |
| Industrial Ethernet Gateway | Avionics Data Concentrator Unit |
Use Scenario: Protocol translation between PROFINET RT, EtherCAT, and Modbus TCP in factory automation controllers. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Implements dual-port Ethernet MACs and deterministic traffic shaping logic with hardware timestamping. Use Value: -1 speed grade ensures <100 ns jitter on 125 MHz Ethernet clocks, meeting PROFINET Class A timing requirements. | Use Scenario: ARINC 429/664 (AFDX) and MIL-STD-1553B data aggregation in flight control computers. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: XC5VLX50-1FFG1153I acts as deterministic interconnect hub with time-triggered scheduling logic and built-in CRC engines. Use Value: Industrial temperature rating (-40°C to +100°C) and radiation-tolerant design enable deployment in uncooled avionics bays. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar FPGA-based signal processing applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| XC5VLX30-1FFG676C | Fewer logic cells (30,720), no GTP transceivers, smaller 676-pin package, commercial temp range only | Suitable for cost-sensitive, lower-bandwidth industrial controllers without serial connectivity | Select when PCIe or multi-gigabit serial I/O is unnecessary and board space is constrained |
| XCKU035-1FBVA676I | Kintex UltraScale architecture, higher density (352K logic cells), 12.5 Gbps GTY transceivers, different pinout and configuration scheme | Targets next-generation radar and 10G Ethernet systems requiring higher throughput and lower power per bit | Choose for new designs needing >5 Gbps serial bandwidth or migration path beyond Virtex-5 lifecycle |
Compared with XC5VLX50-1FFG1153I, XC5VLX30-1FFG676C reduces cost and footprint but sacrifices transceiver capability and temperature resilience, while XCKU035-1FBVA676I offers architectural scalability at the expense of legacy toolchain compatibility and higher BOM cost.
Availability
XC5VLX50-1FFG1153I is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for radar baseband processing, medical imaging acquisition, and industrial Ethernet gateway applications requiring stable component supply across extended product lifecycles.
Supply support for XC5VLX50-1FFG1153I 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 maintains the Virtex FPGA portfolio for high-performance programmable logic solutions targeting aerospace, defense, and wired infrastructure markets.
The Virtex-5 family was engineered for compute-intensive, high-bandwidth applications demanding deterministic timing, multi-standard I/O, and embedded hard IP - especially where reconfigurability and long-term obsolescence mitigation are critical.
FAQ
What is the maximum supported transceiver data rate for XC5VLX50-1FFG1153I?
The XC5VLX50-1FFG1153I integrates RocketIO GTP transceivers rated for operation up to 2.5 Gbps per lane. This specification is guaranteed across the full industrial temperature range (-40°C to +100°C) and applies to all 64 transceiver channels. The XC5VLX50-1FFG1153I does not support rates above 2.5 Gbps - higher speeds require Virtex-6 or newer families with GTX/GTH/GTY transceivers.
Does XC5VLX50-1FFG1153I support partial reconfiguration?
Yes, the XC5VLX50-1FFG1153I supports partial reconfiguration through its dedicated ICAP (Internal Configuration Access Port) and frame-based bitstream loading mechanism. This allows dynamic replacement of logic modules without resetting the entire device. The XC5VLX50-1FFG1153I requires use of Xilinx ISE 13.4 or later tools and specific floorplanning constraints to implement validated partial bitstreams.
What configuration modes are supported by XC5VLX50-1FFG1153I?
The XC5VLX50-1FFG1153I supports Master SelectMAP, Slave SelectMAP, JTAG, and Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI) configuration modes. Master SelectMAP enables autonomous boot from external parallel flash, while SPI mode permits compact single-pin serial PROM usage. JTAG is used for boundary-scan testing and in-system programming. All modes are fully documented in UG191 and validated for the XC5VLX50-1FFG1153I.
Is XC5VLX50-1FFG1153I RoHS compliant and lead-free?
Yes, the XC5VLX50-1FFG1153I is manufactured in a lead-free, RoHS-compliant process with matte tin finish on all solder balls. It meets EU Directive 2011/65/EU and IPC/JEDEC J-STD-609A Class 3 marking requirements. The FFG1153 package uses Pb-free solder spheres and complies with JEDEC JS-001 electrostatic discharge standards.
What is the purpose of the VCCAUX supply pin on XC5VLX50-1FFG1153I?
The VCCAUX supply pin on XC5VLX50-1FFG1153I provides 2.5 V power to auxiliary circuitry including configuration logic, clock management tiles (MMCM/PLL), and transceiver reference clock paths. It must be decoupled independently from VCCINT and maintained within ±3% tolerance. Failure to properly regulate VCCAUX may cause configuration failure or transceiver lock loss in the XC5VLX50-1FFG1153I.
XC5VLX50-1FFG1153I 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:
- 3600
- Number of Logic Elements/Cells:
- 46080
- Total RAM Bits:
- 1769472
- Number of I/O:
- 560
- Number of Gates:
- -
- Voltage - Supply:
- 0.95V ~ 1.05V
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 100°C (TJ)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Supplier Device Package:
- 1153-FCBGA (35x35)
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