AMD XC7K480T-2FFG1156I
- Part No.:
- XC7K480T-2FFG1156I
- Manufacturer:
- AMD
- Category:
- FPGAs (Field Programmable Gate Array)
- Package:
- 1156-BBGA, FCBGA
- Datasheet:
-
XC7K480T-2FFG1156I.pdf
- Description:
- IC FPGA 400 I/O 1156FCBGA
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Product details
Overview
XC7K480T-2FFG1156I from AMD is a high-performance Kintex-7 FPGA with 477,720 logic cells, 2,850 DSP slices, and 32.1 Mb of block RAM, configured in a 1156-pin Flip-Chip Fine-Pitch Ball Grid Array (FFG) package for high-speed serial interface and memory-intensive applications such as radar signal processing.
For engineers reviewing the XC7K480T-2FFG1156I datasheet, pinout, applications, or equivalent options, key selection criteria include speed grade (-2), I/O voltage support (1.2V/1.35V/1.5V/1.8V/2.5V/3.3V), transceiver line rate (up to 13.1 Gb/s), and thermal design power (29.2 W typical).
Technical Context
The XC7K480T-2FFG1156I implements a 28 nm HKMG process-based architecture with SelectIO technology supporting single-ended and differential standards including LVDS, SSTL, HSTL, and TMDS. It integrates 24 multi-gigabit GTs (GTX/GTH) for PCIe Gen3, SRIO, and CPRI protocols.
Configuration is performed via Master SPI or JTAG, with support for dual-boot and bitstream encryption using AES-256 and HMAC-SHA-256. The device includes hardened IP blocks for PCI Express Gen3 x8 endpoint, 10 Gigabit Ethernet MAC, and AXI interconnect infrastructure.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Logic Cells | 477,720 - determines maximum combinational and sequential logic capacity for custom digital functions |
| DSP Slices | 2,850 - enables high-throughput arithmetic operations for filtering, FFT, and matrix math |
| Block RAM | 32.1 Mb - supports large on-chip data buffering and FIFO implementation without external memory |
| Transceiver Line Rate | 13.1 Gb/s - enables direct connection to 10G Ethernet PHYs and CPRI optical interfaces |
| I/O Standards | LVDS, SSTL-18, HSTL-I, TMDS - allows interoperability with DDR3/DDR4 memory, video interfaces, and FPGAs |
| Speed Grade | -2 - guarantees timing closure at highest operating frequency for critical paths in high-speed designs |
| TDP | 29.2 W typical - informs thermal solution sizing and PCB copper weight requirements |
Pinout & Package
XC7K480T-2FFG1156I is housed in a 1156-pin Flip-Chip Fine-Pitch BGA (FFG) package with 35 × 35 mm body size, 1.0 mm ball pitch, and thermal lid for enhanced heat dissipation in high-power operation.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| VCCINT | Core supply | 1.0V ±3% input powering logic fabric and CLBs; requires low-noise regulation |
| VCCAUX | Auxiliary supply | 1.8V ±3% input powering configuration logic, clocking, and transceivers |
| VCCO | I/O bank supply | Configurable per-bank (1.2V–3.3V) to match connected peripheral voltage levels |
| MGTAVCC | Transceiver analog supply | 1.0V ±3% dedicated supply for GTX/GTH analog circuitry; sensitive to ripple |
| CLK_IN | Dedicated clock input | Single-ended or differential reference clock input to MMCM/PLL for clock synthesis |
| INIT_B | Configuration status | Open-drain output indicating configuration completion or error during startup |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| PCIe Gen3 x8 Hard IP | Reduces integration effort and latency for host interface connectivity without soft-core overhead |
| AXI4 Interconnect | Enables scalable, high-bandwidth communication between multiple masters and slaves in SoC-style designs |
| AES-256 Bitstream Encryption | Protects intellectual property against reverse engineering and unauthorized cloning of configuration data |
| Dual-Boot Configuration | Supports field-upgradable firmware with fallback to known-good image after failed update |
| UltraScale-Compatible Pinout | Allows migration path to UltraScale+ devices while preserving PCB layout for select I/O banks |
Applications
| Radar Signal Processing | Medical Imaging Backend |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Real-time beamforming and pulse-Doppler processing in phased-array radar systems. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Configurable digital signal processor implementing adaptive filtering and FFT pipelines with deterministic latency. Use Value: 2,850 DSP slices and 13.1 Gb/s transceivers enable simultaneous multi-channel RF data ingestion and baseband computation. | Use Scenario: High-throughput image reconstruction in MRI and CT scanner backends. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Accelerator for iterative reconstruction algorithms and real-time DICOM compression. Use Value: 32.1 Mb block RAM supports large kernel buffers; PCIe Gen3 x8 provides 7.88 GB/s host memory bandwidth. |
| 5G Wireless Baseband | Industrial Machine Vision |
Use Scenario: Layer 1 processing in massive MIMO base stations handling CPRI/eCPRI fronthaul. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Protocol-aware fronthaul gateway with deterministic jitter performance and low-latency packet forwarding. Use Value: 24 GTX/GTH transceivers support up to 24 × 10 Gb/s CPRI lanes; -2 speed grade ensures timing margin for 204.8 MHz sampling clocks. | Use Scenario: Sub-millisecond defect classification on high-speed production lines using CNN inference. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Hardware-accelerated vision pipeline with pixel-level preprocessing and quantized neural network execution. Use Value: SelectIO supports MIPI CSI-2 and SLVS-EC camera interfaces; DSP slices deliver >1.2 TOPS INT8 throughput. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar high-end FPGA applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| XCKU060-2FFVA1156I | UltraScale architecture, higher DSP count (3,600), lower power per DSP, no native PCIe Gen3 hard IP | Better suited for compute-dense, lower-power applications requiring newer toolchain support | Select when migrating to 20nm node for improved power efficiency and long-term roadmap alignment |
| XC7VX690T-2FFG1927I | Virtex-7 family, larger logic capacity (693,120 LUTs), same 28 nm process, higher TDP (37.4 W) | Preferred for ultra-high gate count designs where I/O count and transceiver density exceed Kintex-7 limits | Choose when system requires >477K logic cells and >24 transceivers in a single device |
Compared with XC7K480T-2FFG1156I, XCKU060-2FFVA1156I offers better DSP efficiency and future-proof toolchain compatibility, while XC7VX690T-2FFG1927I delivers greater logic scale at higher thermal cost-selection depends on compute density, power budget, and I/O/transceiver count trade-offs.
Availability
XC7K480T-2FFG1156I is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for radar signal processing, 5G wireless infrastructure, and medical imaging systems requiring stable component supply across extended product lifecycles.
Supply support for XC7K480T-2FFG1156I 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 center, AI, client, and embedded markets with emphasis on performance-per-watt and heterogeneous integration.
The Kintex-7 FPGA family targets high-performance, cost-sensitive applications requiring balanced logic, DSP, memory, and I/O resources-designed for aerospace, defense, wired/wireless infrastructure, and industrial automation.
FAQ
What is the maximum transceiver line rate supported by XC7K480T-2FFG1156I?
The XC7K480T-2FFG1156I supports a maximum transceiver line rate of 13.1 Gb/s using its GTX and GTH transceivers. This enables compliance with 10GBASE-R Ethernet, CPRI Option 10, and PCIe Gen3 protocols. The actual achievable rate depends on board layout quality, reference clock stability, and signal integrity margins verified during hardware validation.
Does XC7K480T-2FFG1156I include hard IP for PCI Express Gen3?
Yes, XC7K480T-2FFG1156I integrates a hardened PCI Express Gen3 x8 endpoint block. This eliminates the need for soft-core implementations, reduces resource usage, and guarantees sub-100 ns transaction latency. The hard IP supports both root complex and endpoint configurations and is fully compliant with PCIe Base Specification Rev 3.0.
What I/O voltage standards are supported by XC7K480T-2FFG1156I?
XC7K480T-2FFG1156I supports multiple I/O standards per bank, including LVDS, SSTL-18, SSTL-15, HSTL-I, HSTL-II, and TMDS. Each I/O bank can be independently configured for 1.2V, 1.35V, 1.5V, 1.8V, 2.5V, or 3.3V VCCO, enabling direct interfacing with DDR3/DDR4 memory, video encoders, and legacy parallel buses.
How many block RAM bits does XC7K480T-2FFG1156I provide?
XC7K480T-2FFG1156I provides 32.1 Mb of total block RAM capacity, distributed across 1,536 BRAM primitives. Each BRAM can be configured as 36 Kb dual-port memory or two independent 18 Kb memories. This supports large on-chip buffers for video frame storage, packet queuing, or coefficient tables in DSP applications.
Is XC7K480T-2FFG1156I compatible with Vivado Design Suite?
Yes, XC7K480T-2FFG1156I is fully supported in AMD Vivado Design Suite 2022.2 and later versions. Synthesis, implementation, and bitstream generation are validated for this device, including timing analysis for the -2 speed grade and transceiver wizard configuration for GTX/GTH channels. Legacy ISE tools are not supported for this part.
XC7K480T-2FFG1156I Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- AMD
- Series:
- Kintex®-7
- Package/Case:
- 1156-BBGA, FCBGA
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Active
- Programmable:
- Not Verified
- Number of LABs/CLBs:
- 37325
- Number of Logic Elements/Cells:
- 477760
- Total RAM Bits:
- 35205120
- Number of I/O:
- 400
- Number of Gates:
- -
- Voltage - Supply:
- 0.97V ~ 1.03V
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 100°C (TJ)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Supplier Device Package:
- 1156-FCBGA (35x35)
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