AMD XCV300E-6PQ240C

Overview

XCV300E-6PQ240C from Xilinx is a 1.8 V SRAM-based Field Programmable Gate Array with 411,955 system gates, 6,912 logic cells, and 32 × 48 CLB array. It features eight digital Delay-Locked Loops (DLLs), supports LVDS/BLVDS/LVPECL differential I/O up to 622 Mb/s, and delivers internal performance up to 130 MHz (four LUT levels) for high-speed digital signal processing and communication interface implementation.

For engineers reviewing the XCV300E-6PQ240C datasheet, pinout, applications, or equivalent options, this device serves as a production-grade Virtex-E FPGA targeting PCI-compliant 33/66-MHz systems, source-synchronous data transmission architectures, and high-bandwidth memory interfacing including 200 MHz ZBT SRAM and DDR SDRAM.

Technical Context

The XCV300E-6PQ240C implements a flexible architecture with configurable logic blocks (CLBs) containing four logic cells each, dual-slice organization, dedicated carry chains for arithmetic, and F5/F6 multiplexers enabling 5- to 6-input logic functions. Its IOBs support SelectI/O+ technology with independent clock enable, synchronous/asynchronous set/reset, and programmable delay for zero pad-to-pad hold time.

It integrates 131,072 bits of synchronous block RAM (32 × 4096-bit True Dual-Port blocks), 98,304 bits of distributed RAM, and eight fully digital DLLs offering clock multiply/divide, 50% duty cycle synthesis for DDR, and zero-delay conversion of LVPECL/LVDS clocks to any I/O standard - all operating from a 1.8 V VCCINT supply.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

PQ240 package: 240-pin Plastic Quad Flatpack (PQFP), 0.5 mm pitch, 32.5 mm × 32.5 mm body size, lead-free compatible, with 316 user I/O pins distributed across 8 I/O banks (Bank 0–7), plus dedicated global clock inputs (GCLK0–GCLK3), configuration pins (M0–M2, INIT_B, PROGRAM_B, DONE), and power/ground pins (VCCINT, VCCO, GND).

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Compared with XCV300E-6PQ240C, the -7 variant improves timing margin without altering footprint or functionality, while the XCV400E-6PQ240C offers 38% more logic and 25% more block RAM in identical packaging - both serve as direct migration paths within the Virtex-E family.

Availability

XCV300E-6PQ240C is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for PCI interface development, source-synchronous data acquisition systems, DDR SDRAM controller implementation, and ZBT SRAM interfacing requiring stable component supply across industrial and communications product lifecycles.

Supply support for XCV300E-6PQ240C 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, Inc. is a semiconductor company specializing in programmable logic devices, acquired by AMD in 2022; it pioneered FPGA architecture and tools for high-performance digital system design.

The Virtex-E product line was engineered for high-speed, high-density applications demanding advanced I/O flexibility, integrated memory, and deterministic clock management - specifically targeting communications infrastructure, test equipment, and embedded computing.

FAQ

What is the maximum differential I/O bandwidth supported by the XCV300E-6PQ240C?

The XCV300E-6PQ240C supports up to 344 differential I/O pairs with aggregate bandwidth exceeding 100 Gb/s. Its LVDS and LVPECL interfaces operate at up to 622 Mb/s per lane, enabled by DLL-synchronized sampling and programmable input delay. This capability is confirmed in DS022-1 Table 1 and Module 2 architectural description for the XCV300E-6PQ240C device.

Does the XCV300E-6PQ240C support true dual-port block RAM?

Yes, the XCV300E-6PQ240C includes 32 block SelectRAM units, each providing true dual-port 4096-bit RAM with independent read/write addresses, enables, and clocks per port. This is documented in DS022-2 Module 2, Table 4, and Figure 6, and allows concurrent access for applications like FIFOs and ping-pong buffering without arbitration logic.

What clock management resources does the XCV300E-6PQ240C include?

The XCV300E-6PQ240C integrates eight fully digital Delay-Locked Loops (DLLs) supporting clock multiply/divide, 50% duty cycle synthesis for DDR, and zero-delay conversion of high-speed LVPECL/LVDS inputs to any I/O standard. These DLLs are detailed in DS022-1 Features section and Module 2 architectural description for the XCV300E-6PQ240C.

Is the XCV300E-6PQ240C pin-compatible with other Virtex-E devices in the PQ240 package?

Yes, the XCV300E-6PQ240C shares identical pinout with other Virtex-E devices in the PQ240 package, including XCV100E, XCV200E, and XCV400E variants. DS022-1 explicitly states "same device in same package … are pin-compatible with some minor exceptions" and confirms PQ240 supports 316 user I/O across these densities.

What is the VCCINT supply requirement for the XCV300E-6PQ240C?

The XCV300E-6PQ240C requires a regulated 1.8 V ± 3% supply on VCCINT pins to power its core logic, CLBs, DLLs, and internal RAM. This lower voltage versus earlier Virtex families reduces dynamic power and enables higher density, as specified in DS022-1 General Description and Module 3 DC characteristics for the XCV300E-6PQ240C.