AMD XC5VSX50T-1FF1136C

Overview

XC5VSX50T-1FF1136C from AMD is a Virtex-5 FPGA featuring 49,152 logic cells, 2.5 Gbps serial transceivers, and integrated DSP48E slices for high-performance signal processing in reconfigurable systems. It operates at -1 speed grade with 1.0 V core voltage and supports PCI Express Gen1 endpoints.

For engineers reviewing the XC5VSX50T-1FF1136C datasheet, pinout, applications, or equivalent options, key selection factors include transceiver compliance (VSR, XAUI), I/O bank voltage flexibility (1.2–3.3 V), and configuration interface options (Master SelectMAP, Slave Serial).

Technical Context

The XC5VSX50T-1FF1136C implements a hierarchical FPGA architecture with six distinct logic tile types-including SLICEM, SLICEL, and DSP48E-and dual-register LUTs enabling pipelined combinatorial logic. Its clocking system integrates DCMs and PLLs supporting phase alignment, frequency synthesis, and jitter reduction across up to 32 global clock networks.

Configuration is performed via 32-bit Master SelectMAP mode using external flash or JTAG boundary-scan, with bitstream encryption support enabled by AES-256 keys. The device includes dedicated Block RAM (BRAM) controllers with true dual-port access and byte-write enable for memory-intensive algorithms.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

XC5VSX50T-1FF1136C is housed in a 1136-pin Fine-Pitch Flip-Chip Ball Grid Array (FFG1136) package with 35×35 mm body size, 1.0 mm ball pitch, and thermal lid for enhanced power dissipation in high-clock-rate designs.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Compared with XC5VSX50T-1FF1136C, the XC5VLX50T-1FF1136C reduces BOM cost by eliminating unused DSP and transceiver features, while the XC6VSX315T-1FF1156C extends throughput and computational headroom at the expense of board area and power budget.

Availability

XC5VSX50T-1FF1136C is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for radar signal processing, medical imaging backend, and avionics data concentrator applications requiring stable component supply over extended production lifecycles.

Supply support for XC5VSX50T-1FF1136C 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 for data centers, AI, embedded, and aerospace applications.

The Virtex-5 family was engineered for high-bandwidth, low-latency reconfigurable systems demanding hardened serial connectivity, deterministic timing, and scalable logic density-particularly in defense and scientific instrumentation.

FAQ

What is the maximum supported transceiver data rate for XC5VSX50T-1FF1136C?

The XC5VSX50T-1FF1136C supports a maximum transceiver data rate of 2.5 Gbps per lane. This enables native compliance with PCI Express Gen1, XAUI, and SATA I protocols. The transceivers are built into the FPGA die and do not require external retimer ICs for these standards. All 16 transceiver lanes in the XC5VSX50T-1FF1136C operate within this specification under recommended thermal and voltage conditions.

Does XC5VSX50T-1FF1136C include hard IP for PCI Express?

Yes, XC5VSX50T-1FF1136C integrates a hard PCI Express Endpoint block supporting x1, x2, and x4 lane configurations. It handles link training, transaction layer packet (TLP) routing, and completion timeout management in hardware. This eliminates the need for soft-core PCIe implementations and reduces logic utilization and timing closure effort compared to non-hardened alternatives.

What configuration modes does XC5VSX50T-1FF1136C support?

XC5VSX50T-1FF1136C supports Master SelectMAP (32-bit parallel), Slave Serial, JTAG boundary-scan, and System ACE modes. Master SelectMAP is the primary high-speed method using external SPI flash; Slave Serial allows daisy-chained configuration from a microcontroller. JTAG is used for debugging and programming during development. Configuration mode is selected via M0–M2 pins at power-up.

Can XC5VSX50T-1FF1136C operate with mixed I/O voltages on different banks?

Yes, XC5VSX50T-1FF1136C supports independent VCCO supply per I/O bank, enabling simultaneous operation at 1.2 V, 1.5 V, 1.8 V, 2.5 V, and 3.3 V. Each of the 24 I/O banks can be assigned a different voltage, allowing direct interfacing with heterogeneous peripherals such as DDR2 memory (1.8 V), Gigabit Ethernet PHYs (2.5 V), and legacy TTL devices (3.3 V) without level shifters.

Is bitstream encryption available on XC5VSX50T-1FF1136C?

Yes, XC5VSX50T-1FF1136C includes on-chip AES-256 bitstream encryption. The encrypted bitstream is stored in external flash and decrypted in real time during configuration using a unique device key fused into the FPGA. This prevents unauthorized readback, cloning, or reverse engineering of the programmed logic design, satisfying security requirements for defense and critical infrastructure deployments.