AMD XC5VLX50-3FFG676C
- Part No.:
- XC5VLX50-3FFG676C
- Manufacturer:
- AMD
- Category:
- FPGAs (Field Programmable Gate Array)
- Package:
- 676-BBGA, FCBGA
- Datasheet:
-
XC5VLX50-3FFG676C.pdf
- Description:
- IC FPGA 440 I/O 676FCBGA
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Product details
Overview
XC5VLX50-3FFG676C from AMD (formerly Xilinx) is a Virtex-5 FPGA featuring 46,080 logic cells, 2.5 Gbps serial transceivers, and embedded Block RAM totaling 2,088 kbits. It implements high-speed digital signal processing and protocol bridging in telecom line cards and military radar front-ends.
For engineers reviewing the XC5VLX50-3FFG676C datasheet, pinout, applications, or equivalent options, key selection criteria include I/O voltage support (1.2 V to 3.3 V), -3 speed grade timing performance, and FFG676 flip-chip BGA package compatibility with high-density PCB routing.
Technical Context
The XC5VLX50-3FFG676C uses a hierarchical FPGA architecture with configurable logic blocks (CLBs), 6-input LUTs, and dedicated DSP48E slices for arithmetic-intensive tasks. It integrates 12 RocketIO GTP transceivers supporting protocols including PCI Express Gen1 and Serial RapidIO.
Configuration occurs via Master SelectMAP or JTAG, with dual-boot capability using external SPI flash. The device supports partial reconfiguration and includes built-in system monitoring for on-chip temperature and supply voltage.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Logic Cells | 46,080 - determines maximum combinational/sequential logic capacity for RTL implementation |
| Block RAM | 2,088 kbits - provides on-die memory for FIFOs, buffers, and lookup tables without external SRAM |
| Transceivers | 12 × GTP - enables 2.5 Gbps serial links for PCIe x1 or SRIO x4 physical layer interfaces |
| I/O Standards | LVCMOS, LVDS, SSTL, HSTL - supports interface to DDR2 memory, ADCs, and FPGA-to-FPGA interconnect |
| Speed Grade | -3 - guarantees worst-case timing performance at 100% of published clock frequencies |
| Package | FFG676 - 676-pin flip-chip BGA with 1.0 mm pitch, optimized for thermal dissipation and signal integrity |
Pinout & Package
The XC5VLX50-3FFG676C is housed in a 27×27 mm FFG676 flip-chip BGA package with 676 solder balls arranged in a 29×29 array (excluding corner blanks). Thermal pad under die enhances heat transfer to PCB ground plane.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| CCLK | Configuration Clock | Drives internal configuration shift register during Master SelectMAP mode |
| DIN | Configuration Data In | Serial data input for bitstream loading from external PROM or processor |
| INIT_B | Configuration Status | Active-low open-drain output indicating configuration memory readiness or error |
| PROGRAM_B | Configuration Reset | Active-low input that clears configuration memory and restarts startup sequence |
| M0–M2 | Mode Selection | Three-pin bus selecting configuration mode (JTAG, Slave Serial, Master SelectMAP, etc.) |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Partial Reconfiguration Support | Enables dynamic logic module swapping without full device reset, reducing system downtime |
| DSP48E Slices | 64 dedicated arithmetic units with 25×18 multipliers and 48-bit accumulators for real-time filtering |
| System Monitor | On-chip analog-to-digital converter measuring die temperature and 1.0V/2.5V supply rails |
| PCIe Endpoint Logic | Hard IP block implementing PCIe Gen1 x1 endpoint functionality with integrated DMA engine |
| Multi-Standard I/O Banks | 16 independent banks supporting mixed-voltage operation (1.2V to 3.3V) per bank |
Applications
| Telecom Line Card | Military Radar Front-End |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Aggregating and grooming multiple T1/E1 streams into OC-48 SONET frames. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Protocol mapper and framer using embedded RocketIO transceivers and FIFO-based buffering. Use Value: Eliminates need for discrete SerDes and glue logic, reducing board area by 35% and power by 22%. | Use Scenario: Real-time pulse-Doppler signal conditioning before ADC digitization. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: High-speed digital down-converter (DDC) with programmable decimation and NCO-based mixing. Use Value: Achieves 80 dB SFDR at 125 MSPS using DSP48E slices, meeting MIL-STD-461E emissions limits. |
| Medical Imaging Backend | Industrial Machine Vision Controller |
Use Scenario: Reconstructing CT scan projection data using back-projection algorithms. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Parallel compute accelerator offloading CPU during iterative reconstruction. Use Value: Reduces image reconstruction latency from 420 ms to 68 ms using 48 DSP48E slices in pipelined mode. | Use Scenario: Synchronizing multi-camera capture and performing sub-pixel edge detection on 1080p@60fps streams. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Frame buffer manager and Sobel operator engine with dual-port BRAM access. Use Value: Enables deterministic 12.3 µs latency between trigger and processed result, satisfying IEC 61508 SIL-3 timing constraints. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar FPGA-based digital processing applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| XCVU9P-2FLGA2104I | UltraScale+ architecture, 258K logic cells, 24.3 Gbps GTY transceivers, larger FGA2104 package | Supports PCIe Gen3 x16 and 100G Ethernet; requires new PCB layout and power delivery design | Choose for new designs needing >5× logic density and multi-gigabit optical interface support |
| XC6VLX75T-3FFG484C | Virtex-6 family, 74,496 logic cells, 6.6 Gbps GTX transceivers, smaller FFG484 package | Limited to PCIe Gen2 x8; lacks integrated PCIe endpoint hard IP present in XC5VLX50-3FFG676C | Choose when migrating legacy Virtex-5 designs with constrained board space and no Gen3 requirements |
Compared with XC5VLX50-3FFG676C, the XCVU9P-2FLGA2104I delivers higher throughput but demands full hardware redesign, while the XC6VLX75T-3FFG484C offers incremental density gain with backward-compatible toolchain support yet omits native PCIe endpoint logic.
Availability
XC5VLX50-3FFG676C is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for telecom infrastructure, defense electronics, and medical imaging systems requiring stable component supply across extended product lifecycles.
Supply support for XC5VLX50-3FFG676C 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 communications markets.
The Virtex-5 family was engineered for deterministic low-latency signal processing in systems demanding hardened transceivers, large on-chip memory, and predictable timing closure - especially where radiation tolerance and long-term obsolescence mitigation are critical.
FAQ
What is the maximum supported I/O standard voltage for XC5VLX50-3FFG676C?
The XC5VLX50-3FFG676C supports I/O standards ranging from 1.2 V to 3.3 V across its 16 independently powered I/O banks. Each bank can be configured for LVCMOS, LVDS, SSTL, or HSTL signaling, enabling direct interfacing with DDR2 memory, analog front-ends, and legacy parallel buses without level-shifting components.
Does XC5VLX50-3FFG676C include hard IP for PCI Express?
Yes, the XC5VLX50-3FFG676C integrates a hard PCIe Gen1 endpoint block supporting x1 lane configuration with DMA engine and TLP parsing. This eliminates the need for soft-core PCIe implementations, reducing resource usage and ensuring deterministic latency for real-time control applications using the XC5VLX50-3FFG676C.
What configuration modes does XC5VLX50-3FFG676C support?
The XC5VLX50-3FFG676C supports four primary configuration modes: Master SelectMAP, Slave SelectMAP, JTAG, and Serial. Mode selection is controlled by the M0–M2 pins at power-up. Configuration bitstreams may be loaded from SPI flash, microprocessor, or JTAG debugger, with INIT_B and PROGRAM_B providing status and reset control during the process.
How many RocketIO GTP transceivers are included in XC5VLX50-3FFG676C?
The XC5VLX50-3FFG676C contains 12 RocketIO GTP transceivers, each capable of 2.5 Gbps operation. These transceivers support protocols including PCI Express Gen1, Serial RapidIO, and Aurora, and are distributed across the die to minimize skew in multi-lane interfaces implemented with the XC5VLX50-3FFG676C.
Is partial reconfiguration supported on XC5VLX50-3FFG676C?
Yes, the XC5VLX50-3FFG676C supports partial reconfiguration through Xilinx ISE tools and BITGEN flow. This allows dynamic replacement of logic modules-such as filter coefficients or protocol engines-without resetting the entire device, preserving state in active BRAM and I/O while updating functional blocks in the XC5VLX50-3FFG676C.
XC5VLX50-3FFG676C Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- AMD
- Series:
- Virtex®-5 LX
- Package/Case:
- 676-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:
- 440
- 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:
- 676-FCBGA (27x27)
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