AMD XC5VLX50T-1FF1136I

Overview

XC5VLX50T-1FF1136I from AMD (formerly Xilinx) is a Virtex-5 FPGA featuring 46,080 logic cells, 2.5 Gbps serial transceivers, 256 DSP48E slices, and embedded Block RAM totaling 2,880 kbits. It is configured in a 1136-pin Flip-Chip Fine-Pitch Ball Grid Array (FFG1136) package with -1 speed grade and industrial temperature range (-40°C to +100°C), used in high-bandwidth protocol bridging and reconfigurable computing acceleration.

For engineers reviewing the XC5VLX50T-1FF1136I datasheet, pinout, applications, or equivalent options, key selection criteria include transceiver lane count (12 lanes), I/O standard support (LVDS, SSTL, HSTL), configuration interface (SelectMAP, JTAG, SPI), and thermal design power (12.7 W typical at 100 MHz).

Technical Context

The XC5VLX50T-1FF1136I implements a hierarchical FPGA architecture with six distinct logic tile types, including Configurable Logic Blocks (CLBs), dedicated DSP48E slices for multiply-accumulate operations, and integrated RocketIO GTP transceivers supporting PCIe Gen1 and Serial RapidIO. It uses 65 nm copper process technology and supports multi-voltage I/O banks (1.2 V to 3.3 V).

Configuration is performed via Master SelectMAP mode using external parallel PROM or serial SPI flash, with bitstream encryption and HMAC authentication available. The device includes on-chip clock management resources: Digital Clock Managers (DCMs) and Phase-Locked Loops (PLLs) supporting jitter reduction and frequency synthesis across multiple domains.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

XC5VLX50T-1FF1136I is housed in a 1136-ball Flip-Chip Fine-Pitch BGA (FFG1136) package with 35 mm × 35 mm body size, 1.0 mm ball pitch, and thermal lid for enhanced heat dissipation in high-power operation.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar FPGA-based protocol acceleration and reconfigurable computing applications.

Compared with XC5VLX50T-1FF1136I, XC5VLX110T-1FF1136I offers scalable logic capacity within identical mechanical and thermal constraints, while XCVU9P-2FFVB2104I delivers generational improvements in speed, transceiver performance, and system integration-but mandates full hardware revision.

Availability

XC5VLX50T-1FF1136I is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for high-reliability protocol bridging, reconfigurable compute acceleration, and industrial video processing requiring stable component supply over extended product lifecycles.

Supply support for XC5VLX50T-1FF1136I 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 continues development and support of the Virtex FPGA family as part of its adaptive computing portfolio.

The Virtex-5 family was designed for high-performance, high-bandwidth applications including wired communications infrastructure, military/aerospace systems, and scientific computing where deterministic timing and transceiver integration are critical.

FAQ

What is the maximum supported transceiver line rate for XC5VLX50T-1FF1136I?

The XC5VLX50T-1FF1136I integrates RocketIO GTP transceivers rated for 100 Mbps to 2.5 Gbps per lane. This range supports PCIe Gen1 (2.5 Gbps), Serial RapidIO 1.x (1.25–2.5 Gbps), and Gigabit Ethernet (1.25 Gbps) without external retiming. The actual achievable rate depends on PCB layout quality, reference clock stability, and signal integrity margins.

Does XC5VLX50T-1FF1136I support configuration via SPI flash memory?

Yes, XC5VLX50T-1FF1136I supports Master SPI configuration mode using standard quad-SPI or standard SPI flash devices. The M0–M2 pins must be set to 001, and the CONFIG_IO voltage must match the flash I/O level. Configuration bitstream is loaded automatically on power-up, and the INIT_B pin confirms successful initialization.

What I/O standards are supported by XC5VLX50T-1FF1136I?

XC5VLX50T-1FF1136I supports 21 SelectIO standards including LVDS_25, LVDS_33, SSTL18_I, SSTL18_II, HSTL_I, HSTL_II, PCI33_3, and differential signaling with programmable internal termination. Each of the 16 I/O banks operates independently at voltages from 1.2 V to 3.3 V, enabling mixed-voltage system interfacing.

Is XC5VLX50T-1FF1136I qualified for industrial temperature operation?

Yes, the "I" suffix in XC5VLX50T-1FF1136I denotes industrial temperature grade, certified for continuous operation from –40°C to +100°C ambient. Thermal derating guidelines and junction temperature limits are specified in Xilinx DS100 and UG192 documentation, with recommended heatsinking for sustained 12.7 W TDP conditions.

How many Digital Clock Managers (DCMs) does XC5VLX50T-1FF1136I include?

XC5VLX50T-1FF1136I contains four Digital Clock Managers (DCMs), each providing phase shifting, frequency synthesis, duty-cycle correction, and clock doubling. These are supplemented by two PLLs for higher-frequency synthesis and lower-jitter clock generation, enabling multi-domain clocking for complex synchronous designs.