AMD XC5VLX50T-1FFG665CES
- Part No.:
- XC5VLX50T-1FFG665CES
- Manufacturer:
- AMD
- Category:
- FPGAs (Field Programmable Gate Array)
- Package:
- 665-BBGA, FCBGA
- Datasheet:
-
XC5VLX50T-1FFG665CES.pdf
- Description:
- IC FPGA 360 I/O 665FCBGA
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Product details
Overview
XC5VLX50T-1FFG665CES 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 signal processing in radar baseband subsystems with deterministic latency and multi-gigabit I/O.
For engineers reviewing the XC5VLX50T-1FFG665CES datasheet, pinout, applications, or equivalent options, key selection criteria include transceiver compliance (VSR), DSP48E slice count (64), and thermal performance under sustained 1.0V core voltage operation.
Technical Context
The XC5VLX50T-1FFG665CES integrates 64 DSP48E slices for fixed-point arithmetic, supports PCI Express Gen1 x4 endpoint configuration, and delivers 311 GMACs of peak computational throughput. Its SelectIO technology enables 1.25 Gbps LVDS and 710 Mbps SDR DDR2 interfaces.
This device uses a 65 nm copper process, operates at -40°C to +100°C junction temperature, and implements dual-register flip-flops with 0.49 ns Tco and 1.2 GHz maximum clock frequency on dedicated clock networks.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Logic Cells | 46,080 - provides gate-equivalent capacity for complex digital signal conditioning pipelines |
| DSP Slices | 64 DSP48E - enables real-time FIR filtering and FFT computation without external co-processors |
| Block RAM | 2,088 kbits - supports dual-port buffering for video frame capture at 1080p60 rates |
| Transceivers | 4 × 2.5 Gbps - meets VSR specification for CPRI interface in wireless remote radio units |
| I/O Standards | LVDS, SSTL, HSTL, LVCMOS - allows direct interfacing to ADCs/DACs and memory controllers |
| Operating Temp | -40°C to +100°C - qualified for industrial and outdoor base station environments |
Pinout & Package
Package: 665-pin Fine-Pitch Flip-Chip BGA (FFG665) with 1.0 mm ball pitch and 27×27 mm body size. Thermal pad exposed on underside for enhanced heat dissipation in conduction-cooled modules.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| VCCINT | Core power supply | 1.0V ±3% required; decoupling must meet Xilinx UG192 layout guidelines |
| VCCAUX | Auxiliary power supply | 2.5V for configuration logic and transceiver reference; separate regulation mandatory |
| GTXCLK | Transceiver reference clock input | Accepts differential 100 MHz–3.125 GHz signals; jitter tolerance ≤1.5 ps RMS |
| MGTREFCLK | Multi-Gigabit Transceiver reference | Drives internal PLLs for 2.5 Gbps serial lanes; requires matched 100 Ω differential trace |
| INIT_B | Configuration status indicator | Active-low open-drain output signaling successful bitstream loading or CRC error |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Advanced Clock Management | Four DCMs and two PLLs per die enable independent domain timing control for mixed-criticality subsystems |
| PCIe Endpoint Logic | Hard IP block supporting Gen1 x4 with integrated DMA engine reduces host CPU overhead in data acquisition systems |
| Partial Reconfiguration Support | Allows dynamic logic swapping in field-deployed systems without full reconfiguration downtime |
| Configurable I/O Banks | Each bank independently selectable for 1.2V–3.3V signaling, enabling heterogeneous peripheral integration |
Applications
| Radar Signal Processing | Wireless Baseband Unit |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Real-time pulse-Doppler processing in ground-based air surveillance radars. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: FPGA fabric executes matched filter chains and CFAR detection with sub-microsecond latency determinism. Use Value: 64 DSP48E slices deliver 311 GMACs throughput, eliminating need for discrete DSP chips in compact SWaP-constrained enclosures. | Use Scenario: CPRI interface bridging between RF front-end and BBU in LTE macrocells. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Serial transceivers handle four 2.4576 Gbps CPRI links while fabric manages framer/de-framer logic. Use Value: VSR-compliant transceivers ensure <1.5 ps RMS jitter, meeting CPRI Class 3 timing stability requirements. |
| Medical Imaging Backend | Industrial Machine Vision |
Use Scenario: High-throughput image reconstruction pipeline in CT scanner backends. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Block RAM resources buffer raw projection data while DSP slices perform back-projection math. Use Value: 2,088 kbits of distributed BRAM enables dual-port access for concurrent read/write during iterative reconstruction. | Use Scenario: Real-time defect classification on high-speed PCB assembly lines. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Configurable I/O banks interface directly to 710 Mbps DDR2 image buffers and CMOS sensors. Use Value: SSTL-18 and LVDS I/O support ensures noise-immune pixel data capture at 120 fps with 24-bit depth. |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| XC5VLX30T-1FFG665C | 30,816 logic cells, 48 DSP48E slices, same FFG665 package | Limited to single-stream radar processing or lower-bandwidth CPRI configurations | Select when system-level GMACs requirement is ≤200 GMACs and BRAM usage stays below 1.2 Mbits |
| XCKU035-2FFVA676E | Kintex UltraScale architecture, 215K logic cells, 150+ GTY transceivers up to 16.3 Gbps | Targets 5G NR baseband and millimeter-wave beamforming where XC5VLX50T lacks sufficient bandwidth | Choose for new designs requiring >3 Gbps serial rates or PCIe Gen3/Gen4; not drop-in compatible due to different pinout and voltage rails |
Compared with XC5VLX50T-1FFG665CES, the XC5VLX30T offers cost reduction at the expense of computational headroom, while the XCKU035 enables next-generation protocol support but demands complete board redesign and toolchain migration.
Availability
XC5VLX50T-1FFG665CES is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for radar signal processing, wireless infrastructure, and medical imaging systems requiring stable component supply across extended product lifecycles.
Supply support for XC5VLX50T-1FFG665CES 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 of adaptive computing platforms for high-performance embedded and datacenter applications.
The Virtex-5 family was engineered for deterministic, high-bandwidth signal processing in aerospace, defense, and wired/wireless communications infrastructure.
FAQ
What is the maximum operating junction temperature for XC5VLX50T-1FFG665CES?
The XC5VLX50T-1FFG665CES is rated for a maximum junction temperature of +100°C under continuous operation. This rating is validated per Xilinx DS106 specification and applies to industrial temperature grade devices. Thermal design must maintain case temperature below 85°C using appropriate heatsinking and airflow to ensure long-term reliability of the XC5VLX50T-1FFG665CES in sealed enclosures.
Does XC5VLX50T-1FFG665CES support partial reconfiguration?
Yes, XC5VLX50T-1FFG665CES supports partial reconfiguration through its hierarchical design flow and dedicated configuration logic. This capability allows runtime swapping of functional modules-such as different filter coefficients or protocol stacks-without resetting the entire device. Implementation requires Xilinx ISE 14.7 or later and adherence to area-group constraints defined in UG192 for the XC5VLX50T-1FFG665CES.
What transceiver standards does XC5VLX50T-1FFG665CES comply with?
XC5VLX50T-1FFG665CES transceivers comply with VSR (Very Short Reach) specifications and support CPRI, OBSAI, and Gigabit Ethernet protocols at 2.5 Gbps. They do not support SATA, PCIe Gen2, or 10GBASE-R. Compliance is verified per Xilinx AR# 32217 and requires specific IBERT calibration sequences for each lane used in the XC5VLX50T-1FFG665CES design.
Can XC5VLX50T-1FFG665CES operate with a 1.2V core voltage?
No, XC5VLX50T-1FFG665CES requires a nominal 1.0V ±3% core supply (VCCINT). Operation at 1.2V violates the absolute maximum rating and will cause immediate functional failure or latent damage. The XC5VLX50T-1FFG665CES datasheet specifies 0.97V–1.03V as the valid operating range, and power sequencing must follow Xilinx UG320 timing requirements.
Is XC5VLX50T-1FFG665CES pin-compatible with other Virtex-5 FFG665 devices?
XC5VLX50T-1FFG665CES shares the same 665-pin FFG665 package footprint and ball map with other Virtex-5 LX/T series devices in that package, including XC5VLX30T-1FFG665C and XC5VLX85T-1FFG665C. However, I/O bank voltage assignments, transceiver placement, and configuration pin behavior differ across variants, so schematic and PCB layout must be verified against the specific device's pinout file before substitution.
XC5VLX50T-1FFG665CES Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- AMD
- Series:
- Virtex®-5 LXT
- Package/Case:
- 665-BBGA, FCBGA
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Obsolete
- Programmable:
- Not Verified
- Number of LABs/CLBs:
- 3600
- Number of Logic Elements/Cells:
- 46080
- Total RAM Bits:
- 2211840
- Number of I/O:
- 360
- 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:
- 665-FCBGA (27x27)
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