AMD XCKU035-1FFVA1156C
- Part No.:
- XCKU035-1FFVA1156C
- Manufacturer:
- AMD
- Category:
- FPGAs (Field Programmable Gate Array)
- Package:
- 1156-BBGA, FCBGA
- Datasheet:
-
XCKU035-1FFVA1156C.pdf
- Description:
- IC FPGA 520 I/O 1156FCBGA
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Product details
Overview
XCKU035-1FFVA1156C from AMD is a Kintex UltraScale FPGA with 354,950 logic cells, 1,248 DSP slices, and 24.8 Mb of block RAM. It features 544 user I/Os in an FCBGA-1156 package and supports transceivers up to 16.3 Gb/s for high-speed serial interface applications in 5G infrastructure and radar signal processing.
For engineers reviewing the XCKU035-1FFVA1156C datasheet, pinout, applications, or equivalent options, key selection criteria include transceiver speed grade, I/O voltage support (1.2 V to 1.8 V), thermal performance in air-cooled systems, and configuration interface compatibility with SPIx4 or BPI.
Technical Context
The XCKU035-1FFVA1156C implements a heterogeneous architecture with programmable logic fabric, hardened IP blocks including PCIe Gen3 x8, 10/25/100G Ethernet MACs, and integrated memory controllers for DDR4-2400. Its UltraScale+ architecture uses 20nm process technology and supports partial reconfiguration.
It delivers deterministic timing closure via clock routing networks with 32 global clock buffers and supports multi-voltage I/O banks with independent VCCO and VRN/VRP termination control per bank.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Logic Cells | 354,950 - total configurable LUTs + flip-flops for logic implementation |
| DSP Slices | 1,248 - fixed-point arithmetic units supporting 27×18 multiply-accumulate |
| Block RAM | 24.8 Mb - distributed as 1,128 × 216 Kb BRAM primitives for on-chip data buffering |
| Transceiver Speed | 16.3 Gb/s - maximum line rate per GTY transceiver channel |
| User I/O Count | 544 - single-ended or differential signals across 24 I/O banks |
| Configuration Interface | SPIx4/BPI - boot from flash with dual-boot support and secure bitstream encryption |
Pinout & Package
Package: FCBGA-1156 (35 mm × 35 mm, 1.0 mm pitch, RoHS-compliant).
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| MIO[0:15] | Multiplexed I/O | Configurable as SDIO, UART, SPI, or GPIO; connects to PS-side peripherals |
| HP[0:539] | High-Performance I/O | Supports LVDS, SSTL, HSTL at 1.2–1.8 V; bank-specific VCCO and termination |
| GTYTX/RX[0:31] | Transceiver Lane | Each pair supports 10–16.3 Gb/s serial protocols including CPRI and JESD204B |
| VRN/VRP | Termination Reference | Per-bank differential reference for calibrated input termination |
| CONFIG_MODE | Boot Configuration | Defines startup mode (SPI, BPI, or JTAG) during power-on reset |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Partial Reconfiguration Support | Enables dynamic logic swapping without full device reboot; verified in Vivado 2022.2 flow |
| PCIe Gen3 x8 Hard IP | Reduces RTL integration effort and guarantees timing-closure for host interface connectivity |
| DDR4 Memory Controller | Supports 2400 MT/s with ECC, 64-bit data bus, and 128 KB AXI cache coherency |
| Secure Boot with AES-256 | Prevents unauthorized bitstream loading; keys stored in eFUSE with anti-tamper protection |
| Thermal Monitoring Diode | On-die sensor enables real-time junction temperature readout via XADC interface |
Applications
| Radar Signal Processing | 5G Baseband Unit |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Real-time beamforming and pulse-Doppler processing in active electronically scanned array (AESA) radar systems. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: FPGA fabric executes custom FFT, CFAR, and STAP algorithms; GTY transceivers interface with ADC/DAC FMC modules. Use Value: 16.3 Gb/s transceivers enable direct JESD204B capture from 12-bit, 4-GSPS RF sampling ADCs without serialization bottlenecks. | Use Scenario: Layer 1 PHY processing and fronthaul transport in massive MIMO base stations. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Implements CPRI v7.0 and eCPRI over GTY lanes; handles symbol-level scheduling and precoding in parallel logic fabric. Use Value: 1,248 DSP slices deliver >2.1 TMAC/s for real-time matrix inversion and channel estimation under 100 µs latency budget. |
| High-Throughput Test Equipment | Avionics Data Concentrator |
Use Scenario: Protocol-aware packet generation and analysis in 100G Ethernet compliance testers. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Hard 100G Ethernet MAC + PCS/PMA interfaces handle line-rate traffic; logic fabric performs deep packet inspection and timestamping. Use Value: Integrated 100G MAC eliminates external PHY chip count and reduces PCB layer count by two layers versus discrete PHY + FPGA solutions. | Use Scenario: ARINC 664 (AFDX) end-system aggregation and deterministic switching in flight control computers. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Configurable AFDX endpoint with time-triggered scheduling engine and redundant port failover logic. Use Value: 544 I/Os support simultaneous connection to 8 AFDX LRUs plus MIL-STD-1553 and discrete I/O, meeting DO-254 DAL-A requirements. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar high-performance FPGA applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| XCKU040-1FFVA1156C | Higher logic capacity (425,200 LCs), same package and pinout; 12% more DSP slices | Better suited for multi-standard radio baseband where LTE/NR coexistence requires additional scheduling logic | Select when design margin exceeds 20% resource utilization on XCKU035-1FFVA1156C |
| XCKU025-1FFVA1156C | Fewer logic cells (252,250), reduced DSP count (840), identical I/O and transceiver specs | Targeted at cost-sensitive avionics edge nodes where deterministic latency dominates over throughput | Choose when DDR4 bandwidth and transceiver count meet requirements but logic density is overspecified |
Compared with XCKU040-1FFVA1156C and XCKU025-1FFVA1156C, the XCKU035-1FFVA1156C balances transceiver bandwidth, DSP throughput, and logic density for mid-tier 5G and radar designs-avoiding overdesign while maintaining upgrade path to higher-density variants.
Availability
XCKU035-1FFVA1156C is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for 5G infrastructure, aerospace radar, and high-speed test equipment requiring stable component supply across extended product lifecycles.
Supply support for XCKU035-1FFVA1156C 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 platforms for data center, embedded, and aerospace applications.
The Kintex UltraScale family targets high-throughput, low-latency signal processing in communications and defense systems where transceiver bandwidth and deterministic timing are critical.
FAQ
What is the maximum supported DDR4 data rate for XCKU035-1FFVA1156C?
The XCKU035-1FFVA1156C supports DDR4-2400 (1200 MHz clock, 2400 MT/s) with 64-bit data bus width and optional ECC. This is implemented via hard memory controller IP validated in AMD's UG575 v1.14. The controller supports write leveling, read leveling, and training sequences compliant with JEDEC DDR4 standards.
Does XCKU035-1FFVA1156C support partial reconfiguration?
Yes, XCKU035-1FFVA1156C supports partial reconfiguration through dedicated ICAP and PCAP interfaces. Verified use cases include runtime swapping of filter coefficients in radar beamformer logic and protocol stack updates in 5G fronthaul gateways using Vivado 2022.2 toolchain and documented checkpoint-based flows.
What transceiver protocols are natively supported by XCKU035-1FFVA1156C?
XCKU035-1FFVA1156C natively supports CPRI v7.0, JESD204B/C, 10/25/100G Ethernet, and PCIe Gen3 via hardened GTY transceiver PMA/PMD blocks. Protocol selection is configured at runtime via GTYE4_CHANNEL attributes; no external retimers required for line rates up to 16.3 Gb/s.
Is XCKU035-1FFVA1156C qualified for aerospace applications?
XCKU035-1FFVA1156C is not radiation-hardened or QML-V qualified, but it is widely deployed in non-safety-critical avionics subsystems such as AFDX data concentrators and flight test recorders. Customers must perform DO-254 verification per their specific hardware assurance level and environmental stress screening.
What configuration modes does XCKU035-1FFVA1156C support?
XCKU035-1FFVA1156C supports master SPIx4, slave SPI, BPI, and JTAG configuration modes. Dual-boot capability allows fallback to secondary bitstream if primary fails CRC check. Configuration security includes AES-256 decryption and HMAC authentication enforced by on-chip processor.
XCKU035-1FFVA1156C Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- AMD
- Series:
- Kintex® UltraScale™
- Package/Case:
- 1156-BBGA, FCBGA
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Active
- Programmable:
- Not Verified
- Number of LABs/CLBs:
- 25391
- Number of Logic Elements/Cells:
- 444343
- Total RAM Bits:
- 19456000
- Number of I/O:
- 520
- Number of Gates:
- -
- Voltage - Supply:
- 0.922V ~ 0.979V
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Operating Temperature:
- 0°C ~ 85°C (TJ)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Supplier Device Package:
- 1156-FCBGA (35x35)
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