AMD XCV50-4PQ240C

Overview

XCV50-4PQ240C from Xilinx is a 2.5 V SRAM-based Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) with 57,906 system gates, 1,728 logic cells, 166 user I/O pins, and four dedicated delay-locked loops (DLLs) for clock management. It operates at up to 200 MHz system performance, supports 66-MHz PCI compliance, and targets high-speed digital signal processing, communications infrastructure, and embedded control applications.

For engineers reviewing the XCV50-4PQ240C datasheet, pinout, applications, or equivalent options, key selection criteria include its PQ240 plastic quad flat pack package, -4 speed grade, commercial temperature range (0°C to +85°C), and compatibility with SelectIO™ standards including LVTTL, LVCMOS2, and PCI 3.3 V.

Technical Context

The XCV50-4PQ240C implements a hierarchical architecture with configurable logic blocks (CLBs) containing four logic cells each, dual-port block RAMs (4k-bit per block), and distributed LUTs configurable as 16-bit RAM, 32-bit RAM, or 16-bit shift registers. Its routing hierarchy includes general-purpose routing matrix (GRM), local VersaBlock interconnect, and peripheral VersaRing I/O routing.

It features four primary low-skew global clock nets plus 24 secondary local clock nets, IEEE 1149.1 boundary-scan support, die-temperature sensor diode, and hot-swappable capability for Compact PCI systems. The device uses a 0.22 μm 5-layer metal CMOS process and supports four configuration modes: master serial, slave serial, SelectMAP™, and JTAG.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

PQ240 (Plastic Quad Flat Pack) is a 240-pin surface-mount package with 166 user I/O pins, 4 dedicated global clock inputs, and power/ground distribution optimized for signal integrity in high-speed FPGA designs. Pin assignments follow Xilinx's standardized Virtex IOB layout with banked VCCO and VREF groups.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Compared with XCV50-4PQ240C, the XCV50-5PQ240C offers higher timing performance without changing logic capacity or I/O count, whereas the XCV100-4PQ240C increases gate count and logic cell count while maintaining identical package, speed grade, and pinout-enabling scalable design reuse.

Availability

XCV50-4PQ240C is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for wireless infrastructure, industrial automation, medical imaging, and test equipment requiring stable component supply and long-term obsolescence management.

Supply support for XCV50-4PQ240C 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 pioneering semiconductor company specializing in programmable logic devices, acquired by AMD in 2022. It developed industry-leading FPGA architectures and design tools for high-performance digital systems.

The Virtex family was designed as Xilinx's flagship high-end FPGA platform for applications demanding maximum logic density, I/O flexibility, and clocking precision-including telecommunications, aerospace, and high-end computing.

FAQ

What is the maximum operating frequency of the XCV50-4PQ240C?

The XCV50-4PQ240C supports synchronous system clock rates up to 200 MHz, including I/O timing, as verified under worst-case conditions for the -4 speed grade. This performance is enabled by four dedicated DLLs, low-skew global clock networks, and optimized 0.22 μm process technology. Actual achievable frequency depends on design placement, routing, and resource utilization in the final implementation of XCV50-4PQ240C.

Does the XCV50-4PQ240C support hot-swap functionality?

Yes, the XCV50-4PQ240C supports hot-swapping for Compact PCI systems, as explicitly stated in its product specification. This capability relies on robust I/O protection circuitry, controlled power-up sequencing, and IEEE 1149.1 boundary-scan testing for in-system verification. The XCV50-4PQ240C's IOB architecture includes ESD protection and over-voltage clamping structures compatible with hot-insertion requirements.

How many block RAMs does the XCV50-4PQ240C contain?

The XCV50-4PQ240C contains eight 4,096-bit block SelectRAMs, totaling 32,768 bits of dedicated synchronous dual-ported memory. Each block supports independent read/write addressing and configurable port widths (1–16 bits). These resources are physically arranged in two columns along the vertical edges of the die and are accessible via dedicated routing to CLBs and other block RAMs in the XCV50-4PQ240C.

What I/O standards are supported by the XCV50-4PQ240C?

The XCV50-4PQ240C supports 16 SelectIO™ standards including LVTTL (2–24 mA), LVCMOS2, PCI 3.3 V, HSTL Class I/III/IV, SSTL3/SSTL2, GTL/GTL+, and CTT. Support is implemented through programmable drive strength, slew rate, and input reference voltage (VREF) configuration per I/O bank. The XCV50-4PQ240C's I/O banking architecture enforces voltage compatibility rules to ensure reliable operation across mixed-standard interfaces.

Is the XCV50-4PQ240C still in active production?

No, the XCV50-4PQ240C is obsolete per Xilinx documentation (DS003-1 v4.0, March 2013), which states "The products listed in this data sheet are obsolete. See XCN10016 for further information." However, Aetrix Electronics maintains legacy supply channels, offering traceable, tested inventory with full lifecycle support including obsolescence forecasting and cross-reference assistance for XCV50-4PQ240C.