AMD XC7S50-1FTGB196C

Overview

XC7S50-1FTGB196C from AMD is a Spartan-7 FPGA with 50K logic cells, 2.5 Gbps transceivers, and integrated block RAM, configured in a 196-pin FTGB (Fine-Pitch Thin Quad Flatpack Ball Grid Array) package for embedded vision and industrial control applications.

For engineers reviewing the XC7S50-1FTGB196C datasheet, pinout, applications, or equivalent options, key selection criteria include I/O count (100 user I/O), LVDS support, -1 speed grade timing, and Xilinx Vivado toolchain compatibility.

Technical Context

The XC7S50-1FTGB196C implements a 28 nm HKMG process-based architecture with 50,400 logic cells, 240 DSP slices, and up to 2.5 Mb of total block RAM. It supports DDR3 memory interfaces at 800 Mbps and includes 12 transceiver lanes compliant with PCIe Gen1 and SATA Gen2 standards.

This device integrates dual 12-bit, 1 MSPS ADCs and supports configuration via quad-SPI flash or JTAG. Its I/O banks operate at 1.2 V to 3.3 V with programmable slew rate and drive strength per pin.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

XC7S50-1FTGB196C is housed in a 196-ball FTGB package (14 mm × 14 mm, 0.8 mm pitch) with 100 user-configurable I/O pins distributed across 8 I/O banks. Power and configuration pins are arranged per Xilinx UG475 v1.13 layout.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Compared with XC7S50-1FTGB196C, the XCKU3P-1FFVA676E delivers higher throughput at significantly increased power and cost, while the XC7A35T-1CPG236C reduces system cost but removes on-die analog sensing capability required for closed-loop industrial feedback.

Availability

XC7S50-1FTGB196C is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial automation, embedded vision, and test equipment requiring stable component supply across multi-year production cycles.

Supply support for XC7S50-1FTGB196C 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 acquired Xilinx in 2022 and now develops adaptive computing platforms including FPGAs, adaptive SoCs, and AI accelerators for data center, edge, and embedded markets.

The Spartan-7 product line targets cost-optimized, low-power embedded applications where deterministic timing, integrated analog, and industrial temperature tolerance are essential.

FAQ

What is the maximum supported DDR3 data rate for XC7S50-1FTGB196C?

The XC7S50-1FTGB196C supports DDR3/DDR3L interfaces at up to 800 Mbps per pin (400 MHz clock). This is implemented via the UltraFast Memory Interface hard IP, which includes write-leveling and read-leveling calibration to compensate for PCB trace skew and ensure reliable operation across temperature and voltage variations. The XC7S50-1FTGB196C achieves this rate using its dedicated memory controller logic and I/O timing resources.

Does XC7S50-1FTGB196C include built-in analog-to-digital conversion capability?

Yes, XC7S50-1FTGB196C integrates two independent 12-bit, 1 MSPS analog-to-digital converters. These ADCs support single-ended and differential input modes, with dedicated reference voltage pins (VREFP/VREFN) and programmable sampling clocks. They are accessible directly from FPGA logic without external components, enabling real-time monitoring of power supplies or thermal sensors within the XC7S50-1FTGB196C-based system.

What configuration methods are supported by XC7S50-1FTGB196C?

XC7S50-1FTGB196C supports master SPI, slave serial, and JTAG configuration modes. In master SPI mode, it boots from external quad-SPI flash memory using the CCLK pin to drive the clock. Slave serial mode allows configuration from an external processor over a 1-bit serial interface. JTAG is used for debugging, boundary scan, and in-system programming. All modes are selectable via M0–M2 pins at power-up, and the XC7S50-1FTGB196C validates configuration bitstream CRC before releasing DONE.

Is XC7S50-1FTGB196C compatible with Xilinx Vivado Design Suite?

Yes, XC7S50-1FTGB196C is fully supported in Xilinx Vivado Design Suite 2022.2 and later versions. The device appears in the part selection list under Spartan-7 family, and all synthesis, implementation, and bitstream generation flows-including timing closure, power estimation, and debug core insertion-are validated for XC7S50-1FTGB196C. Device-specific constraints and I/O banking rules are enforced automatically during place-and-route in Vivado.

What is the operating temperature range for XC7S50-1FTGB196C?

XC7S50-1FTGB196C is specified for commercial temperature operation from 0 °C to +85 °C ambient. This rating applies to the -1 speed grade variant in the FTGB196 package. Thermal performance is characterized with junction-to-ambient thermal resistance (θJA) of 25.5 °C/W under standard JEDEC conditions. The XC7S50-1FTGB196C maintains timing compliance and functional correctness across this full range when powered within its specified voltage rails.