AMD XCKU085-2FLVA1517E

Overview

XCKU085-2FLVA1517E from AMD is a high-performance Kintex UltraScale FPGA featuring 1,053K logic cells, 64.8 Mb of block RAM, and 4,520 DSP slices. It supports up to 48 GTY transceivers operating at 32.75 Gb/s, and is packaged in a 1517-pin Flip-Chip Ball Grid Array (FCBGA) with 0.8 mm pitch. It targets high-bandwidth data processing in 5G infrastructure and radar signal conditioning.

For engineers reviewing the XCKU085-2FLVA1517E datasheet, pinout, applications, or equivalent options, key selection criteria include transceiver lane count and speed, available DSP resources for real-time filtering, and thermal performance under sustained 28W typical power dissipation.

Technical Context

The XCKU085-2FLVA1517E implements a heterogeneous architecture with programmable logic, hardened IP blocks including PCIe Gen3 x16, 100G Ethernet MAC, and DDR4 memory controllers supporting up to 2,400 MT/s. Its GTY transceivers integrate built-in PRBS generators and checkers for link validation.

Configuration is performed via quad-SPI or JTAG, with support for dual-boot and secure bitstream encryption using AES-256 and HMAC-SHA-256. The device operates across industrial temperature range (–40°C to +100°C junction).

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

Package: 1517-pin Flip-Chip Ball Grid Array (FCBGA), 35 mm × 35 mm, 0.8 mm ball pitch, RoHS-compliant, lead-free.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Compared with XCKU060-2FFVA1156I, the XCKU085-2FLVA1517E delivers 42% more logic and 140% more transceiver bandwidth; versus XCKU115-2FLVB2104E, it offers identical feature set in a smaller footprint and lower thermal budget, enabling denser board layouts.

Availability

XCKU085-2FLVA1517E is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for 5G infrastructure, aerospace radar systems, and medical imaging equipment requiring stable component supply over extended production lifecycles.

Supply support for XCKU085-2FLVA1517E 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 centers, AI, embedded, and client markets with emphasis on performance-per-watt efficiency.

The Kintex UltraScale family targets high-throughput, low-latency applications in wired/wireless communications and real-time signal processing where deterministic timing and hardened IP integration are essential.

FAQ

What is the maximum supported data rate per GTY transceiver lane in the XCKU085-2FLVA1517E?

The XCKU085-2FLVA1517E supports up to 32.75 Gb/s per GTY transceiver lane, validated under industrial temperature conditions with appropriate reference clock jitter specifications. This rate enables compliance with IEEE 802.3bs 400GBASE-LR8 and OIF CEI-3.1 standards. The XCKU085-2FLVA1517E achieves this using adaptive equalization and decision feedback equalization circuitry integrated into each GTY block.

Does the XCKU085-2FLVA1517E include hardened PCIe Gen3 controller logic?

Yes, the XCKU085-2FLVA1517E integrates a hardened PCIe Gen3 x16 endpoint/root port controller with AXI4 streaming interface, supporting both 8 GT/s and 5 GT/s link speeds. It handles link training, error reporting, and TLP routing without consuming programmable logic resources. The XCKU085-2FLVA1517E also supports hot-plug detection and advanced power management states (ASPM L0s/L1).

What is the operating temperature range specified for the XCKU085-2FLVA1517E?

The XCKU085-2FLVA1517E is rated for industrial temperature operation with a junction temperature range of –40°C to +100°C. This specification applies to the -2 speed grade and FLVA1517 package variant. Thermal derating curves and PCB copper pour recommendations are provided in the XCKU085-2FLVA1517E device packaging and thermal guide.

Can the XCKU085-2FLVA1517E support DDR4 memory interfaces at 2400 MT/s?

Yes, the XCKU085-2FLVA1517E includes dedicated DDR4 memory controller hard IP supporting data rates up to 2400 MT/s across up to 32 data bits per interface. It implements on-die termination, write leveling, and read-leveling calibration sequences. The XCKU085-2FLVA1517E DDR4 controller is compatible with JEDEC-standard components and supports ECC and address/command bus parity checking.

Is bitstream encryption supported on the XCKU085-2FLVA1517E?

Yes, the XCKU085-2FLVA1517E supports AES-256 encryption with HMAC-SHA-256 authentication for bitstream confidentiality and integrity verification. Keys are stored in battery-backed SRAM or eFUSE, and decryption occurs transparently during configuration. The XCKU085-2FLVA1517E also supports secure boot and remote update with signed bitstreams.