AMD XC7VX550T-1FFG1927C

Overview

XC7VX550T-1FFG1927C from AMD is a high-performance 28 nm Virtex-7 FPGA with 554,240 logic cells, 2,800 DSP slices, and 36.4 Mb of block RAM. It features 700 GT transceivers operating up to 13.1 Gb/s, integrated PCIe Gen3 x8 endpoint, and supports DDR3 memory interfaces up to 1866 Mbps - deployed in radar signal processing and high-throughput data acquisition systems.

For engineers reviewing the XC7VX550T-1FFG1927C datasheet, pinout, applications, or equivalent options, key selection criteria include transceiver lane count and speed, logic cell density, on-chip memory bandwidth, PCIe Gen3 endpoint integration, and thermal performance in air-cooled 1927-pin FCBGA packaging.

Technical Context

The XC7VX550T-1FFG1927C implements a 28 nm HKMG process-based architecture with configurable logic blocks (CLBs), 6-input LUTs, and distributed RAM. It integrates hardened IP including PCIe Gen3 x8 endpoint, 10/100/1000 Ethernet MACs, and AXI interconnect infrastructure.

Its GT transceivers support protocols including CPRI, SRIO, SATA, and XAUI, with programmable equalization and clock/data recovery. The device uses SelectIO technology supporting LVDS, SSTL, HSTL, and TMDS I/O standards at up to 1.8 V.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

XC7VX550T-1FFG1927C is housed in a 1927-pin Flip-Chip Ball Grid Array (FCBGA) package with 35 × 35 mm body size, 1.0 mm ball pitch, and thermal lid for conduction cooling in high-power applications.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar high-end FPGA applications.

Compared with XC7VX550T-1FFG1927C, the XCVU13P-2FLGA2577E delivers higher transceiver speed but requires new PCB layout and toolchain migration, while the XC7VX690T-2FFG1927I offers pin-compatible density and temperature upgrade without design change.

Availability

XC7VX550T-1FFG1927C is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for radar signal processing, high-speed data acquisition, and wireless baseband processing requiring stable component supply across long-life industrial and defense programs.

Supply support for XC7VX550T-1FFG1927C 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 designing adaptive computing platforms for data center, AI, embedded, and aerospace applications.

The Virtex-7 family was engineered for high-throughput, low-latency signal processing in mission-critical infrastructure where deterministic timing and hardened protocol engines are essential.

FAQ

What is the maximum supported DDR3 memory interface speed for XC7VX550T-1FFG1927C?

The XC7VX550T-1FFG1927C supports DDR3 memory interfaces up to 1866 Mbps data rate using its SelectIO technology and dedicated memory controller IP. This capability is validated across all speed grades and confirmed in UG473 v1.14, with board-level timing closure achievable using IBIS models for FFG1927 package.

Does XC7VX550T-1FFG1927C include a hardened PCIe Gen3 endpoint?

Yes, XC7VX550T-1FFG1927C integrates a hardened PCIe Gen3 x8 endpoint compliant with PCI Express Base Specification v3.0. It supports both root port and endpoint configurations, with full link training, power management, and error reporting implemented in silicon - eliminating reliance on soft IP for timing-critical functions.

What is the operating temperature range for XC7VX550T-1FFG1927C?

XC7VX550T-1FFG1927C is rated for commercial temperature operation from 0°C to +85°C ambient, as specified in DS182 v5.5. Its thermal design supports 25 W typical dynamic power dissipation with standard air cooling and the FFG1927 package's thermal lid.

How many GT transceivers does XC7VX550T-1FFG1927C provide, and what protocols do they support?

XC7VX550T-1FFG1927C provides 700 GT transceivers, each capable of operation up to 13.1 Gb/s. These support CPRI, SRIO, SATA, XAUI, and 10GBase-R protocols, with programmable TX pre-emphasis and RX equalization. Protocol support is verified via Xilinx IPI IP cores and documented in UG476 v1.12.

Is XC7VX550T-1FFG1927C pin-compatible with other Virtex-7 devices in the FFG1927 package?

XC7VX550T-1FFG1927C shares the FFG1927 package footprint with XC7VX485T and XC7VX690T, but pin functions are not fully interchangeable due to differing GT transceiver counts and I/O bank allocations. Board-level compatibility requires validation against specific variant pinout files (e.g., XTP098 for VX550T).