AMD XCV100E-7CS144C

Overview

XCV100E-7CS144C from Xilinx is a 1.8 V SRAM-based Field Programmable Gate Array with 32,400 logic cells, 20 block RAMs (81,920 bits), and 94 user I/O pins in a 144-pin CSOP package. It delivers 130 MHz internal performance (four LUT levels), supports PCI 3.3 V/33–66 MHz, and integrates eight digital Delay-Locked Loops (DLLs) for clock management - used in high-speed communication interface design and embedded reconfigurable computing.

For engineers reviewing the XCV100E-7CS144C datasheet, pinout, applications, or equivalent options, key selection criteria include its -7 speed grade (4.3 ns register-to-register delay), 1.8 V core voltage with 3.3 V I/O tolerance, dual-port block RAM capability, and support for LVDS (622 Mb/s), LVPECL, and HSTL I/O standards.

Technical Context

The XCV100E-7CS144C implements a regular array architecture of Configurable Logic Blocks (CLBs) and Input/Output Blocks (IOBs), interconnected via a General Routing Matrix (GRM) and VersaRing peripheral routing. Each CLB contains four logic cells with 4-input LUTs, dedicated carry chains, and dual flip-flops per slice with independent clock enable, synchronous/asynchronous set/reset.

Its IOBs support 20 I/O standards including LVTTL, LVCMOS2, SSTL3, HSTL I/IV, and differential LVDS/LVPECL, with banked VCCO and VREF constraints. Eight fully digital DLLs provide zero-delay clock conversion, 50% duty-cycle synthesis for DDR, and up to 4× frequency multiplication - enabling precise timing control across high-speed source-synchronous interfaces.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

Package: 144-pin Ceramic Staggered Pin Grid Array (CSOP), 0.8 mm pitch, body size 22.3 × 22.3 mm, RoHS-compliant, commercial temperature range (0°C to +85°C).

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar FPGA-based reconfigurable logic applications.

Compared with XCV100E-7CS144C, the -6 variant trades 7% speed for lower cost and power, while the -7PQ240C retains speed but expands I/O and thermal headroom at the expense of board area - making the CS144 variant optimal for space-constrained, high-clock-frequency embedded controllers.

Availability

XCV100E-7CS144C is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for high-speed communication interface design, PCI bus acceleration, LVDS camera link implementation, and DDR SDRAM controller development requiring stable component supply across extended production cycles.

Supply support for XCV100E-7CS144C 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

Xilinx, now part of AMD, is a pioneer in programmable logic technology, delivering FPGA, SoC, and adaptive compute solutions since 1984.

The Virtex-E family was designed for high-performance, low-power reconfigurable computing in communications infrastructure, test equipment, and embedded vision - emphasizing I/O flexibility, clock precision, and memory bandwidth over raw gate count.

FAQ

What is the maximum operating frequency supported by XCV100E-7CS144C?

XCV100E-7CS144C achieves up to 240 MHz synchronous system clock rates (including I/O) and 622 Mb/s LVDS data rates under worst-case timing conditions. Its -7 speed grade guarantees ≤4.3 ns register-to-register delay, enabling robust timing closure for designs targeting 232+ MHz clocks with proper placement and routing.

Does XCV100E-7CS144C support JTAG configuration and boundary scan?

Yes, XCV100E-7CS144C includes IEEE 1149.1-compliant boundary scan logic with dedicated TCK, TMS, TDI, and TDO pins. This enables in-system programming, configuration verification, and structural testing without requiring external programmers - a standard feature across all Virtex-E devices.

Can XCV100E-7CS144C interface directly with 5 V logic components?

XCV100E-7CS144C I/O pins are 3.3 V tolerant by default and can be made 5 V tolerant using an external 100 Ω series resistor per pin. However, native 5 V PCI signaling is not supported - only 3.3 V PCI (33/66 MHz) complies with its electrical specifications.

How many block RAMs does XCV100E-7CS144C contain, and what are their configurations?

XCV100E-7CS144C contains 20 block RAMs, each 4096 bits, totaling 81,920 bits. Each block supports true dual-port operation with independent read/write addresses, enabling simultaneous access for applications like ping-pong buffering or FIFOs with configurable data widths (1–36 bits per port).

Is XCV100E-7CS144C pin-compatible with other Virtex-E devices in the CS144 package?

Yes, all Virtex-E devices offered in the CS144 package - including XCV50E-7CS144C and XCV100E-7CS144C - share identical pinouts and I/O banking structure. This enables hardware scalability: a design targeting XCV50E can be upgraded to XCV100E without PCB revision, provided power and thermal margins allow.