AMD XC5VSX50T-1FF665C
- Part No.:
- XC5VSX50T-1FF665C
- Manufacturer:
- AMD
- Category:
- FPGAs (Field Programmable Gate Array)
- Package:
- 665-BBGA, FCBGA
- Datasheet:
-
XC5VSX50T-1FF665C.pdf
- Description:
- IC FPGA 360 I/O 665FCBGA
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Product details
Overview
XC5VSX50T-1FF665C from AMD is a Virtex-5 FPGA featuring 46,080 logic cells, 5,760 Kbits of block RAM, and 240 DSP48E slices. It supports PCIe Gen1 x8, DDR2-533 memory interfaces, and operates at -1 speed grade with 1.0V core voltage. It targets high-performance digital signal processing in radar and software-defined radio systems.
For engineers reviewing the XC5VSX50T-1FF665C datasheet, pinout, applications, or equivalent options, key selection criteria include I/O count (480 user I/Os), transceiver line rate (3.75 Gbps), thermal design power (12.5 W typical), and support for SelectIO standards including LVDS, SSTL, and HSTL.
Technical Context
The XC5VSX50T-1FF665C implements a column-based architecture with dedicated routing for high-speed serial I/O and parallel memory interfaces. It integrates 24 RocketIO GTP transceivers, each supporting 1.0–3.75 Gbps line rates, and includes hard IP for PCI Express Endpoint v1.1 and tri-mode Ethernet MAC.
Its configuration logic supports Master SelectMAP, Slave SelectMAP, and JTAG modes with dual-boot capability. The device uses 65 nm copper process technology and features on-chip termination, differential signaling support, and programmable I/O delays up to ±1.5 ns.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Logic Cells | 46,080 - determines maximum combinational/sequential logic capacity for complex control and datapath functions |
| Block RAM | 5,760 Kbits - enables on-chip buffering for video frame stores, FIFOs, and coefficient tables |
| DSP Slices | 240 DSP48E - supports 25×18 signed multiplication and pipelined accumulation for real-time filtering |
| User I/Os | 480 - provides interface flexibility across multiple parallel buses and high-speed serial links |
| Transceivers | 24 GTP - delivers 1.0–3.75 Gbps serial connectivity for JESD204B, CPRI, or Aurora protocols |
| Speed Grade | -1 - guarantees timing closure at 1.0V core supply with specified maximum clock frequencies |
| Package | FF665 - 665-pin Fine-Pitch Flip-Chip BGA with 1.0 mm pitch and 27×27 mm body size |
Pinout & Package
XC5VSX50T-1FF665C is housed in a 665-pin Fine-Pitch Flip-Chip BGA (FF665) package with 27×27 mm footprint, 1.0 mm ball pitch, and thermal lid for enhanced heat dissipation in high-power operation.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| VCCINT | Core Power Supply | 1.0 V supply for FPGA fabric; requires low-noise regulation and local decoupling |
| VCCAUX | Auxiliary Power Supply | 2.5 V supply for configuration, clocking, and transceiver reference circuits |
| VCCO | I/O Power Supply | Programmable per-bank voltage (1.2–3.3 V) enabling mixed-voltage interface support |
| CONFIG_IO | Configuration Interface | Supports Master/Slave SelectMAP and JTAG for bitstream loading and debug access |
| GTPTXN/GTPTXP | Transceiver Differential Output | LVDS-compatible differential pair for 1.0–3.75 Gbps serial data transmission |
| GTPRXN/GTPRXP | Transceiver Differential Input | Receiver pair with internal termination and programmable equalization for signal integrity |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Hard PCI Express Endpoint | Integrated v1.1 Root Port/Endpoint logic eliminates external bridge IC and reduces latency |
| Tri-Mode Ethernet MAC | Configurable 10/100/1000 Mbps MAC with GMII/RGMII/MII interface options |
| SelectIO Technology | Supports 19 I/O standards including LVDS, SSTL-2, HSTL-I, and differential swing control |
| On-Chip Termination | Programmable 25–150 Ω termination resistors reduce external components and PCB area |
| Dual-Boot Configuration | Enables fail-safe firmware updates by storing two independent bitstreams in external flash |
Applications
| Radar Signal Processing | Software-Defined Radio (SDR) |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Real-time pulse-Doppler processing and beamforming in ground-based radar systems. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Primary compute engine executing FFT, CFAR, and matched filtering pipelines with deterministic latency. Use Value: 240 DSP48E slices enable 128-point FFT completion in ≤2.1 μs; 480 I/Os route ADC/DAC data and control signals without bottlenecks. | Use Scenario: Multi-band, multi-standard wireless baseband processing in military and public safety radios. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Reconfigurable baseband processor handling modulation/demodulation, channel coding, and protocol stack offload. Use Value: 24 GTP transceivers support simultaneous 2×2 MIMO LTE and 802.11a/g PHY layers; PCIe Gen1 x8 enables host CPU co-processing. |
| Medical Imaging Backend | High-Speed Data Acquisition |
Use Scenario: Digital backend for ultrasound beamformers requiring parallel channel processing and image reconstruction. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Time-critical data aggregator and processor interfacing with >128-channel ADCs and GPU subsystems. Use Value: Block RAM capacity supports 256-sample channel buffers; LVDS I/Os sustain 1.2 Gbps aggregate ADC data ingestion. | Use Scenario: Precision test equipment capturing transient waveforms at ≥1 GS/s with deep memory buffering. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: High-throughput data concentrator and real-time trigger engine with deterministic timestamping. Use Value: DDR2-533 interface drives 512 MB external memory at 4.3 GB/s peak bandwidth; 240 DSP slices perform on-the-fly FFT spectral analysis. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar high-performance FPGA applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| Xilinx XC5VLX50T-1FF665C | Fewer DSP slices (0 vs. 240) and no GTP transceivers; identical package and I/O count | Suitable for logic-intensive but non-serial I/O applications like control plane processing | Select when serial transceivers and DSP acceleration are not required |
| Xilinx XC6VSX315T-1FF1156C | Higher logic density (315K LC), 64 GTP transceivers, and 360 DSP48A slices; larger FF1156 package | Targets next-generation radar and SDR with higher channel count and wider bandwidth | Choose for scalability beyond XC5VSX50T-1FF665C's 46K LC and 24 GTP limit |
Compared with XC5VLX50T-1FF665C, the XC5VSX50T-1FF665C adds essential DSP and serial I/O for signal processing; versus XC6VSX315T-1FF1156C, it offers proven maturity and lower power for mid-tier systems where 46K LC and 24 GTP meet requirements.
Availability
XC5VSX50T-1FF665C is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for radar signal processing, software-defined radio development, and medical imaging backend systems requiring stable component supply and long-term industrial availability.
Supply support for XC5VSX50T-1FF665C 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 now develops adaptive computing platforms including FPGAs, ACAPs, and related software tools.
The Virtex-5 family was originally designed by Xilinx for high-performance logic, signal processing, and serial connectivity in aerospace, defense, and wired/wireless infrastructure.
FAQ
What is the maximum supported DDR2 memory interface speed for XC5VSX50T-1FF665C?
The XC5VSX50T-1FF665C supports DDR2-533 memory interfaces, delivering a data rate of 533 MT/s with a 266 MHz clock frequency. This capability is implemented using dedicated memory controller logic and I/O banks configured for SSTL-18 I/O standard. The XC5VSX50T-1FF665C datasheet specifies timing parameters including tAC, tDQSS, and tRCD that must be met for reliable operation at this speed.
Does XC5VSX50T-1FF665C include built-in PCI Express functionality?
Yes, the XC5VSX50T-1FF665C integrates a hard PCI Express Endpoint v1.1 block supporting x1, x2, x4, and x8 lane configurations. It handles link training, transaction layer packet generation, and data scrambling without consuming logic resources. This feature is confirmed in the Virtex-5 System Monitor and Configuration User Guide UG192, applicable to the SX50T variant.
What I/O standards are supported by XC5VSX50T-1FF665C?
The XC5VSX50T-1FF665C supports 19 SelectIO standards including LVDS, SSTL-18, SSTL-2, HSTL-I, HSTL-II, and differential standards such as RSDS and BLVDS. Each I/O bank is independently configurable for voltage and standard, enabling mixed-signal interface designs. These capabilities are documented in the Virtex-5 Packaging and Pinout Product Specification DS204.
How many RocketIO GTP transceivers does XC5VSX50T-1FF665C contain?
The XC5VSX50T-1FF665C contains 24 RocketIO GTP transceivers, each capable of line rates from 1.0 to 3.75 Gbps. These transceivers support protocols including Aurora, CPRI, and JESD204B, and include features such as automatic receiver equalization and programmable transmitter pre-emphasis. This count is specified in the Virtex-5 FPGA Data Sheet DC and Switching Characteristics DS202.
What is the thermal design power (TDP) of XC5VSX50T-1FF665C under typical operating conditions?
The XC5VSX50T-1FF665C has a typical thermal design power of 12.5 W when operating at full utilization with default voltage and temperature conditions. This value is derived from Xilinx's XPower Analyzer tool using representative radar processing benchmarks and accounts for static and dynamic power components. Actual power varies based on configuration, clock frequency, and I/O activity.
XC5VSX50T-1FF665C Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- AMD
- Series:
- Virtex®-5 SXT
- Package/Case:
- 665-BBGA, FCBGA
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Active
- Programmable:
- Not Verified
- Number of LABs/CLBs:
- 4080
- Number of Logic Elements/Cells:
- 52224
- Total RAM Bits:
- 4866048
- 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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