AMD XC6VLX195T-L1FF784I

Overview

XC6VLX195T-L1FF784I from AMD (formerly Xilinx) is a high-performance 40 nm Virtex-6 FPGA featuring 195,120 logic cells, 12.8 Gb/s transceiver capability, and integrated PCIe Gen2 x8 endpoint support. It operates at -1 speed grade with industrial temperature range (-40°C to +100°C) and is packaged in a 784-pin Flip-Chip Fine-Pitch Ball Grid Array (FFG784).

For engineers reviewing the XC6VLX195T-L1FF784I datasheet, pinout, applications, or equivalent options, key selection criteria include transceiver line rate, I/O bank voltage flexibility (1.2 V to 3.3 V), embedded Block RAM capacity (10,368 kbits), and compliance with PCI Express Base Specification v2.0.

Technical Context

The XC6VLX195T-L1FF784I implements a hierarchical FPGA architecture with configurable logic blocks (CLBs), 18×25 DSP48E1 slices for high-speed arithmetic, and dual-register 6-input LUTs. It supports multi-standard SelectIO interfaces including LVDS, SSTL, HSTL, and differential signaling across 24 I/O banks.

Its clocking system includes up to 32 mixed-mode clock managers (MMCMs) and phase-locked loops (PLLs), enabling precise jitter filtering and frequency synthesis for high-speed serial links and synchronous digital systems.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

XC6VLX195T-L1FF784I is housed in a 784-pin Flip-Chip Fine-Pitch Ball Grid Array (FFG784) package with 35 mm × 35 mm body size, 1.0 mm ball pitch, and thermal-enhanced construction for high-power operation.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Compared with XC6VLX195T-L1FF784I, XC6VLX240T-L1FF1156I extends logic and transceiver capacity within the same Virtex-6 family, while XCKU060-2FFVA1156I shifts to a newer node with greater bandwidth but sacrifices PCIe Gen2 hard IP-making XC6VLX195T-L1FF784I optimal for PCIe-critical, cost-sensitive industrial deployments.

Availability

XC6VLX195T-L1FF784I is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for radar signal processing, medical imaging backend, avionics data concentration, and high-speed test equipment requiring stable component supply across extended temperature ranges and long product lifecycles.

Supply support for XC6VLX195T-L1FF784I 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, acquired Xilinx in 2022 to expand its FPGA and adaptive SoC portfolio.

The Virtex-6 family was designed for high-performance, high-bandwidth applications including wired communications infrastructure, aerospace, and scientific instrumentation where deterministic latency and multi-protocol I/O flexibility are critical.

FAQ

What is the maximum supported transceiver line rate for XC6VLX195T-L1FF784I?

The XC6VLX195T-L1FF784I supports a maximum transceiver line rate of 12.8 Gb/s using its GTX transceivers. This enables compliance with 10GBASE-R Ethernet, CPRI Option 3, and Serial RapidIO Gen2 standards. The line rate is achievable across all 24 GTX transceiver quads under industrial temperature conditions when configured with appropriate reference clocks and termination.

Does XC6VLX195T-L1FF784I include hard IP for PCI Express?

Yes, XC6VLX195T-L1FF784I integrates a hard PCIe Gen2 x8 endpoint block compliant with PCI Express Base Specification v2.0. This dedicated IP reduces logic utilization by ~25% versus soft-core implementations and guarantees timing closure for endpoint configurations without requiring custom PHY or link-layer logic in the FPGA fabric.

What I/O standards are supported by XC6VLX195T-L1FF784I?

XC6VLX195T-L1FF784I supports LVCMOS, LVTTL, SSTL, HSTL, differential SSTL, differential HSTL, LVDS, BLVDS, RSDS, and mini-LVDS across its 24 I/O banks. Each bank operates independently at voltages from 1.2 V to 3.3 V, enabling concurrent interfacing with DDR3 memory, analog front-ends, and legacy parallel buses without external level shifters.

What is the operating temperature range for XC6VLX195T-L1FF784I?

XC6VLX195T-L1FF784I is rated for industrial temperature operation from -40°C to +100°C. This range is validated across all speed grades and I/O configurations, making it suitable for deployment in harsh environments such as avionics, downhole oil & gas equipment, and outdoor radar enclosures without derating.

How many Block RAM bits does XC6VLX195T-L1FF784I provide?

XC6VLX195T-L1FF784I provides 10,368 kbits (10.368 Mbits) of total Block RAM capacity, implemented as 288 individual 36-kbit RAMB36E1 primitives. These can be configured as true dual-port RAM, single-port RAM, or shift registers, supporting high-throughput buffering in communication and imaging pipelines.