AMD XC7A50T-3FGG484E

Overview

XC7A50T-3FGG484E from AMD is a Kintex-7 FPGA with 49,600 logic cells, 2.55 Gbps transceiver capability, and -3 speed grade operating at 1.0V core voltage. It integrates 285 DSP slices, 2.5 MB of block RAM, and supports PCIe Gen2 x4 endpoint configuration in industrial temperature range (-40°C to +100°C).

For engineers reviewing the XC7A50T-3FGG484E datasheet, pinout, applications, or equivalent options, key selection factors include transceiver compliance (ANSI TIA/EIA-644-A), I/O bank voltage flexibility (1.2V–3.3V), and support for DDR3 memory interfaces up to 800 MHz.

Technical Context

The XC7A50T-3FGG484E implements a high-performance, low-power FPGA architecture based on 28 nm HKMG process technology. It features SelectIO™ technology with programmable I/O standards including LVCMOS, SSTL, HSTL, and differential signaling (LVDS, TMDS, RSDS).

Its clocking system includes six MMCMs and twelve PLLs for precise clock synthesis and jitter reduction. The device supports partial reconfiguration and AXI4-compliant interconnect for heterogeneous system integration.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

XC7A50T-3FGG484E is housed in a 484-pin Fine-Pitch Flip-Chip Ball Grid Array (FCBGA) package with 250 user I/O pins distributed across 12 I/O banks. The package supports thermal dissipation up to 12 W under typical operation and complies with JEDEC MO-271AB mechanical standard.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar FPGA-based system integration applications.

Compared with XC7A75T-3FGG484E and XCKU035-2FFVA676E, the XC7A50T-3FGG484E delivers optimal balance of logic capacity, transceiver performance, and thermal footprint for mid-tier industrial and medical edge systems where cost, power, and board space are constrained.

Availability

XC7A50T-3FGG484E is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial machine vision, medical imaging interface, avionics data concentrators, and test & measurement instrumentation requiring stable component supply and long-term lifecycle support.

Supply support for XC7A50T-3FGG484E 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 company delivering adaptive computing solutions for data center, embedded, and client markets with leadership in FPGA, AI acceleration, and high-performance processing.

The Kintex-7 family, including XC7A50T-3FGG484E, was designed for cost-optimized, high-performance applications in industrial automation, medical equipment, and aerospace systems requiring reliable programmable logic with integrated transceivers and memory controllers.

FAQ

What is the maximum supported DDR3 memory interface speed for XC7A50T-3FGG484E?

The XC7A50T-3FGG484E supports DDR3 SDRAM interfaces up to 800 MHz data rate (400 MHz clock frequency) using its MIG (Memory Interface Generator) IP core. This capability is verified in Xilinx UG586 v1.12 and applies directly to the XC7A50T-3FGG484E's dedicated memory controller hard blocks and I/O banks configured for SSTL15.

Does XC7A50T-3FGG484E include built-in PCIe Gen2 endpoint functionality?

Yes, XC7A50T-3FGG484E integrates a hard PCIe Gen2 x4 endpoint block compliant with PCI Express Base Specification v2.1. It includes integrated DMA engines, MSI/MSI-X interrupt support, and configuration space registers accessible via AXI4-Lite, all implemented in dedicated silicon rather than soft logic.

What is the I/O voltage range supported by XC7A50T-3FGG484E?

The XC7A50T-3FGG484E supports I/O voltages from 1.2V to 3.3V across its 12 configurable I/O banks. Each bank operates independently, allowing mixed-voltage operation-e.g., Bank 0 at 1.8V for LVDS and Bank 1 at 3.3V for LVCMOS33-without level-shifting components.

Is XC7A50T-3FGG484E qualified for extended temperature operation?

Yes, XC7A50T-3FGG484E is rated for industrial temperature range (-40°C to +100°C) and is marked with the "E" suffix denoting extended temperature qualification. This rating is confirmed in Xilinx DS182 v2.6 and applies to the full functional specification without derating.

How many transceiver quads does XC7A50T-3FGG484E contain?

The XC7A50T-3FGG484E contains four GTPE2 transceiver quads, providing a total of 16 transceiver lanes. Each quad supports data rates up to 2.55 Gbps and can be configured for protocols including SATA, CPRI, and DisplayPort, as documented in Xilinx UG476 v1.13.