AMD XCKU15P-L1FFVE1517I

Overview

XCKU15P-L1FFVE1517I from AMD is a high-performance Kintex UltraScale+ FPGA featuring 1,024K logic cells, 6,480 DSP slices, and 72.5 Mb of block RAM. It supports PCIe Gen4 x16, 32 GTY transceivers (up to 32.75 Gb/s), and DDR4 memory interfaces up to 2400 MT/s. Used in high-bandwidth data acceleration and real-time signal processing systems.

For engineers reviewing the XCKU15P-L1FFVE1517I datasheet, pinout, applications, or equivalent options, key selection factors include transceiver count and speed, on-chip memory depth, I/O voltage flexibility (1.2 V to 1.8 V), and thermal design power (TDP) of 45 W at typical operation.

Technical Context

The XCKU15P-L1FFVE1517I implements a heterogeneous architecture with programmable logic fabric, hardened IP blocks for PCIe Gen4, Ethernet MACs, and memory controllers, and adaptive compute resources including UltraScale+ DSP slices optimized for INT18/INT27 multiply-accumulate operations. It integrates dual ARM Cortex-R5F processors for real-time control and configuration management.

Configuration is supported via quad-SPI, BPI, or JTAG, with bitstream encryption using AES-256 and HMAC-SHA256. The device operates across industrial temperature range (–40°C to +100°C) and supports partial reconfiguration for dynamic function swapping without system reset.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

This device is housed in a 1517-ball Flip-Chip Fine-Pitch Ball Grid Array (FFVBGA) package with 0.8 mm pitch, designed for high-density PCB routing and thermal dissipation via center thermal ball array.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Compared with XCKU15P-L1FFVE1517I, the –2 speed grade variant trades thermal margin for guaranteed top transceiver speed, while the XCKU115 offers more logic but fewer high-speed serial resources and lacks integrated PCIe Gen4, making it less optimal for host-connected acceleration.

Availability

XCKU15P-L1FFVE1517I is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for 5G infrastructure, financial data processing, and medical imaging systems requiring stable component supply and long-term lifecycle support.

Supply support for XCKU15P-L1FFVE1517I 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 delivering adaptive computing solutions for data centers, AI, embedded, and client markets through FPGA, adaptive SoC, and software-defined platforms.

The Kintex UltraScale+ family targets high-performance, cost-optimized applications demanding balanced logic, memory, and I/O resources - especially in communications, test equipment, and real-time processing systems.

FAQ

What is the maximum supported data rate for GTY transceivers on the XCKU15P-L1FFVE1517I?

The XCKU15P-L1FFVE1517I supports GTY transceivers up to 32.75 Gb/s per lane. This rate is achievable under specified thermal conditions (junction temperature ≤ 100°C) and requires proper PCB layout, reference clock jitter < 500 fs RMS, and appropriate equalization settings. The XCKU15P-L1FFVE1517I datasheet defines valid PMA configurations for this speed grade.

Does the XCKU15P-L1FFVE1517I include a built-in processor subsystem?

Yes, the XCKU15P-L1FFVE1517I integrates dual ARM Cortex-R5F processors operating at up to 600 MHz. These processors run independently of the programmable logic and support lockstep or split-mode operation. They manage configuration, monitoring, and real-time control tasks, and are accessible via the XCKU15P-L1FFVE1517I's dedicated AXI interface.

Can the XCKU15P-L1FFVE1517I be configured via PCIe without external flash memory?

Yes, the XCKU15P-L1FFVE1517I supports PCIe-based configuration through its integrated Configuration Access Port (CAP). This allows host CPU to load partial or full bitstreams directly over PCIe Gen4 without relying on external SPI flash. The XCKU15P-L1FFVE1517I must be powered and held in reset until the host initiates configuration via CAP.

What I/O voltage standards does the XCKU15P-L1FFVE1517I support in HP banks?

The XCKU15P-L1FFVE1517I HP I/O banks support 1.8 V, 1.5 V, 1.35 V, and 1.2 V standards, including SSTL18_I, SSTL15, HSTL_I_15, and POD12. Each bank is independently configurable, enabling mixed-voltage interfaces to DDR4 memory, high-speed ADCs, and SerDes PHYs within a single device.

Is partial reconfiguration supported on the XCKU15P-L1FFVE1517I, and what are the requirements?

Yes, partial reconfiguration is fully supported on the XCKU15P-L1FFVE1517I. It requires Vivado Design Suite 2022.1 or later, properly constrained modular design partitions, and use of the PR_RST_B pin for safe region reset. The XCKU15P-L1FFVE1517I's configuration logic enables dynamic loading of encrypted bitstreams into designated reconfigurable partitions without disrupting static logic or I/O states.