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AMD XC7A50T-1FT256I
- Part No.:
- XC7A50T-1FT256I
- Manufacturer:
- AMD
- Category:
- FPGAs (Field Programmable Gate Array)
- Package:
- 256-LBGA
- Datasheet:
-
XC7A50T-1FT256I.pdf
- Description:
- IC FPGA 170 I/O 256FTBGA
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Product details
Overview
XC7A50T-1FT256I from AMD is a Kintex-7 FPGA with 49,600 logic cells, 2.5 Gbps transceivers, and 12.8 GB/s memory bandwidth via 240 I/O pins in a 256-pin FTBGA package. It serves as a high-performance programmable logic fabric for PCIe Gen2 endpoint acceleration in industrial vision systems.
For engineers reviewing the XC7A50T-1FT256I datasheet, pinout, applications, or equivalent options, key selection criteria include transceiver speed grade (-1), thermal performance (Industrial temperature range -40°C to +100°C), I/O voltage support (1.2V/1.35V/1.5V/1.8V/2.5V/3.3V), and configuration interface compatibility (SPIx4, SelectMAP).
Technical Context
The XC7A50T-1FT256I implements a 28 nm HKMG process-based architecture with integrated Block RAM (2,820 kbits), DSP slices (240), and clock management tiles (CMT) featuring MMCM and PLL. It supports partial reconfiguration and AXI4-Stream interfaces for real-time data path control.
Configuration occurs via Master SPI or JTAG, with bitstream encryption and SEU mitigation using built-in ECC on configuration memory. The device includes dedicated PCI Express® Gen2 x4 hard IP block compliant with Base Specification v2.1.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Logic Cells | 49,600 - usable LUTs+FFs for custom RTL implementation |
| Transceiver Speed | 2.5 Gbps - supports PCIe Gen2, SATA, and Gigabit Ethernet physical layer |
| I/O Pins | 240 - configurable single-ended and differential standards with bank-wise VCCO |
| Block RAM | 2,820 kbits - distributed across 285 BRAM primitives for FIFO/buffering |
| DSP Slices | 240 - fixed-point multiply-accumulate units for filtering and math-intensive tasks |
| Operating Temp | -40°C to +100°C - qualified for industrial ambient environments without derating |
| Configuration Interface | Master SPI x4 - enables fast parallel bitstream loading from flash memory |
Pinout & Package
XC7A50T-1FT256I uses a 256-ball Fine-Pitch Thin BGA (FTBGA) package with 1.0 mm ball pitch, 17×17 array, and 1.19 mm height. Thermal pad on underside requires PCB thermal via pattern per Xilinx UG475.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| G18 | CONFIG_IO_0 / INIT_B | Active-low configuration status indicator; driven low during startup |
| E17 | M0 / CCLK | Configuration clock input; drives internal bitstream shift register |
| F18 | M1 / DONE | Open-drain output signaling successful configuration completion |
| H17 | M2 / PROGRAM_B | Active-low asynchronous reset initiating full reconfiguration |
| A15 | VRP / VRN | Differential reference pair for analog calibration of I/O banks |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| PCIe Gen2 Hard IP | Integrated x4 endpoint block eliminating external PHY and reducing latency by ~30 ns vs soft IP |
| Partial Reconfiguration | Enables dynamic logic swapping without system reset-critical for adaptive radar waveform updates |
| SEU Mitigation | On-chip ECC corrects single-bit errors in configuration memory, supporting IEC 61508 SIL-2 compliance |
| Multi-Voltage I/O Banks | 12 independent banks support mixed-voltage interfaces (1.2V–3.3V) enabling direct connection to legacy peripherals |
| AXI4-Stream Support | Native handshake protocol integration simplifies video pipeline design with zero-cycle backpressure handling |
Applications
| Industrial Machine Vision | Medical Imaging Acceleration |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Real-time image preprocessing on high-speed line-scan cameras in semiconductor wafer inspection. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: FPGA fabric executes pixel-level convolution and defect classification kernels at 120 fps. Use Value: 240 I/O pins interface directly to CMOS image sensors and DDR3 memory; PCIe Gen2 x4 streams processed frames to host PC. | Use Scenario: CT scanner projection data reconstruction using iterative algorithms. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: XC7A50T-1FT256I hosts parallelized backprojection logic with synchronized DMA transfers. Use Value: 240 DSP slices accelerate floating-point intensive operations; 2.5 Gbps transceivers feed ADC data from 64-channel front-end. |
| Automotive ADAS Sensor Fusion | Test & Measurement Equipment |
Use Scenario: Time-synchronized fusion of LiDAR point clouds and camera frames in Level 2+ ADAS ECU. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Timing-critical synchronization engine aligning sensor timestamps with sub-10 ns jitter. Use Value: MMCM-based clock networks achieve <5 ps RMS jitter; PCIe Gen2 x4 exports fused data to AI inference module. | Use Scenario: High-resolution arbitrary waveform generation in automated test systems. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Direct digital synthesizer (DDS) core generating multi-tone signals up to 500 MHz. Use Value: 49,600 logic cells implement phase accumulator and interpolation logic; 1.8V I/O banks drive high-speed DAC interfaces. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar FPGA-based acceleration applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| XC7A35T-1FT256I | 33,280 logic cells, 160 DSP slices, same package and speed grade | Limited compute density for complex vision pipelines requiring >40k LUTs | Select when cost-sensitive designs fit within reduced resource budget and require identical footprint |
| XC7K160T-1FB676I | Kintex-7 family, 162,240 logic cells, 600 DSP slices, larger FB676 package | Higher gate count and bandwidth suited for multi-sensor fusion with embedded processing subsystems | Choose for scalable architectures needing headroom beyond XC7A50T-1FT256I's capacity |
Compared with XC7A50T-1FT256I, XC7A35T-1FT256I offers lower cost but constrains algorithm complexity, while XC7K160T-1FB676I delivers higher throughput at the expense of board area and power-making XC7A50T-1FT256I optimal for balanced industrial edge compute.
Availability
XC7A50T-1FT256I is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial machine vision, medical imaging acceleration, and automotive ADAS sensor fusion requiring stable component supply across extended product lifecycles.
Supply support for XC7A50T-1FT256I 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 client markets with focus on performance-per-watt innovation.
The Kintex-7 FPGA family targets high-throughput, cost-sensitive applications in industrial, medical, and aerospace systems where deterministic latency and I/O flexibility are critical.
FAQ
What is the maximum supported transceiver data rate for XC7A50T-1FT256I?
The XC7A50T-1FT256I supports transceiver data rates up to 2.5 Gbps per lane. This enables compliance with PCIe Gen2, SATA II, and Gigabit Ethernet protocols. The transceivers are located in dedicated GTY/GTP sites and require proper termination and reference clock routing per UG476. XC7A50T-1FT256I does not support 5 Gbps or higher speeds found in Artix-7 or Virtex-7 families.
Does XC7A50T-1FT256I include a hard PCIe Gen2 endpoint block?
Yes, XC7A50T-1FT256I integrates a dedicated hard PCIe Gen2 x4 endpoint block compliant with PCI-SIG Base Specification v2.1. This eliminates the need for soft IP implementation and reduces logic utilization. XC7A50T-1FT256I supports link training, TLP encoding/decoding, and MSI-X interrupt handling without consuming LUT resources.
What configuration modes are supported by XC7A50T-1FT256I?
XC7A50T-1FT256I supports Master SPI (x1/x2/x4), Slave SelectMAP, JTAG, and BPI modes. Master SPI x4 is most commonly used for fast boot from serial flash. Configuration is initiated by driving PROGRAM_B low, and completion is signaled on DONE pin. XC7A50T-1FT256I does not support slave parallel mode with 32-bit bus width.
Is XC7A50T-1FT256I qualified for industrial temperature operation?
Yes, the "I" suffix in XC7A50T-1FT256I denotes Industrial temperature grade, rated from -40°C to +100°C case temperature. This qualification includes testing across voltage corners and process variations. XC7A50T-1FT256I meets JEDEC JESD22-A104 and JESD22-A108 reliability standards for industrial deployment.
How many Block RAM primitives are available in XC7A50T-1FT256I?
XC7A50T-1FT256I contains 285 Block RAM primitives, totaling 2,820 kbits of distributed RAM capacity. Each BRAM can be configured as 36 Kb dual-port RAM, 18 Kb single-port RAM, or 32-bit shift register. XC7A50T-1FT256I allocates BRAM across CLB columns and supports byte-write enable for efficient memory access patterns.
XC7A50T-1FT256I Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- AMD
- Series:
- Artix-7
- Package/Case:
- 256-LBGA
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Active
- Programmable:
- Not Verified
- Number of LABs/CLBs:
- 4075
- Number of Logic Elements/Cells:
- 52160
- Total RAM Bits:
- 2764800
- Number of I/O:
- 170
- Number of Gates:
- -
- Voltage - Supply:
- 0.95V ~ 1.05V
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 100°C (TJ)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Supplier Device Package:
- 256-FTBGA (17x17)
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1.Quantity discrepancies, incorrect items, or visible external defects (such as breakage or corrosion), acknowledged by Aetrix.
2.The issue is reported within 90 days of delivery.
3.The XC7A50T-1FT256I part is unused and in its original packaging.
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1.Submit a request within 90 days.
2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.
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