AMD XC7K480T-3FFG1156E

Overview

XC7K480T-3FFG1156E from AMD is a high-performance Kintex-7 FPGA with 477,750 logic cells, 2,800 DSP slices, and 32.1 Mb of block RAM, configured in a 1156-pin Flip-Chip Fine-Pitch Ball Grid Array (FCBGA) package for high-speed serial interface and compute-accelerated embedded vision systems.

For engineers reviewing the XC7K480T-3FFG1156E datasheet, pinout, applications, or equivalent options, key selection factors include I/O count (500 user I/Os), transceiver line rate (13.1 Gb/s), speed grade (-3), and thermal design power (29.2 W at typical operation).

Technical Context

The XC7K480T-3FFG1156E implements a 28 nm HKMG process-based architecture with 24 transceiver quads supporting PCIe Gen3 x8, SATA 3.0, and SRIO 2.1 protocols. It integrates dual 36-bit wide memory controllers for DDR3/DDR3L up to 1866 Mbps and supports JTAG, SelectMAP, and SPI configuration modes.

It features hardened IP blocks including 24 GTX transceivers, 24 clock management tiles (CMT), and AXI-4 compliant interconnect infrastructure. Configuration security includes AES-256 bitstream encryption and HMAC authentication.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

XC7K480T-3FFG1156E is housed in a 1156-pin Flip-Chip Fine-Pitch Ball Grid Array (FCBGA) package with 35 mm × 35 mm body size, 1.0 mm ball pitch, and standard JEDEC MO-271AC footprint. Thermal pad on underside requires solder paste stencil aperture and ground plane connection.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Compared with XC7K480T-3FFG1156E, XCKU060-2FFVA1156I offers higher serial bandwidth but increased power and cost, while XC7VX690T-3FFG1927E delivers greater logic capacity at the expense of board space and thermal management complexity.

Availability

XC7K480T-3FFG1156E is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for medical imaging acceleration, avionics data concentration, and 5G massive MIMO baseband applications requiring stable component supply and long-term industrial lifecycle support.

Supply support for XC7K480T-3FFG1156E 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 specializing in adaptive computing, graphics, and AI acceleration technologies, with leadership in FPGA, GPU, and CPU design.

The Kintex-7 family targets high-performance, cost-optimized applications such as wired communications, video processing, and embedded vision, balancing logic density, transceiver capability, and power efficiency.

FAQ

What is the maximum supported DDR3 data rate for XC7K480T-3FFG1156E?

The XC7K480T-3FFG1156E supports DDR3/DDR3L memory interfaces up to 1866 Mbps (933 MHz clock) using its dual hardened memory controllers. This rate is achievable with proper PCB layout, fly-by topology, and calibrated ODT settings per JEDEC specification. The XC7K480T-3FFG1156E memory controller includes automatic write-leveling and gate training to ensure signal integrity at full speed.

Does XC7K480T-3FFG1156E support PCIe Gen3 x8 endpoint functionality?

Yes, the XC7K480T-3FFG1156E supports PCIe Gen3 x8 endpoint operation using its 24 GTX transceivers and integrated PCIe hard IP block. It complies with PCI Express Base Specification v3.0 and supports link training, power management states (L0s/L1), and advanced error reporting. The XC7K480T-3FFG1156E requires external EEPROM for configuration and adheres to standard PCIe slot mechanical and electrical requirements.

What configuration modes are supported by XC7K480T-3FFG1156E?

The XC7K480T-3FFG1156E supports Master SPI, Slave Serial, Slave Parallel, and JTAG configuration modes. Master SPI is most common for single-bitstream boot from flash; JTAG enables boundary-scan testing and partial reconfiguration. All modes use the same dedicated configuration pins (CCLK, INIT_B, DONE, PROGRAM_B), and the XC7K480T-3FFG1156E automatically detects mode based on M[2:0] pin states at power-up.

Is XC7K480T-3FFG1156E qualified for extended temperature operation?

No, the XC7K480T-3FFG1156E is rated for commercial temperature range (0 °C to +85 °C ambient). It is not automotive-grade (AEC-Q100) or industrial-grade (–40 °C to +100 °C). For extended temperature applications, consider the XC7K480T-3FFG1156I variant, which shares identical logic resources and pinout but is screened for –40 °C to +100 °C operation.

How many GTX transceivers does XC7K480T-3FFG1156E include, and what protocols do they support?

The XC7K480T-3FFG1156E includes 24 GTX transceivers grouped into six quads, each supporting line rates from 600 Mb/s to 13.1 Gb/s. These transceivers natively support PCIe Gen3, SATA 3.0, SRIO 2.1, and 10GBase-R protocols via configurable physical coding sublayer (PCS) and physical medium attachment (PMA) layers. The XC7K480T-3FFG1156E transceivers do not support 25G+ protocols like CAUI or 100G Ethernet.