AMD XCVU095-2FFVD1517E

Overview

XCVU095-2FFVD1517E from AMD is a high-performance Virtex UltraScale FPGA featuring 984,000 logic cells, 5,520 DSP slices, and 68.4 Mb of block RAM. It supports PCIe Gen3 x16, DDR4 memory interfaces up to 2400 MT/s, and operates at -2 speed grade with industrial temperature range (-40°C to +100°C). It is deployed in high-end radar signal processing systems requiring deterministic low-latency data path acceleration.

For engineers reviewing the XCVU095-2FFVD1517E datasheet, pinout, applications, or equivalent options, key selection criteria include I/O voltage support (1.2V/1.35V/1.8V), transceiver line rates up to 16.3 Gb/s, thermal design power (TDP) of 45 W, and configuration via dual BPI NOR flash or JTAG.

Technical Context

The XCVU095-2FFVD1517E implements a heterogeneous architecture with programmable logic fabric, hardened IP blocks for PCIe Gen3, Ethernet MACs, and memory controllers, plus 24 UltraScale+ GTY transceivers. Its routing interconnect supports 2.5D integration via silicon interposer and enables multi-die system partitioning.

Configuration uses 32-bit parallel NOR flash interface or IEEE 1149.1 JTAG, with bitstream encryption via AES-256 and HMAC-SHA-256 authentication. The device supports partial reconfiguration and dynamic function exchange for runtime hardware adaptation.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

Package: 1517-pin Flip-Chip Fine-Pitch Ball Grid Array (FFVBGA) with 0.8 mm pitch, 42.5 mm × 42.5 mm body size, and thermal lid for industrial-grade thermal dissipation.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Compared with XCVU095-2FFVD1517E, the XCVU13P offers higher logic and DSP capacity at increased power and thermal cost, while the XCVU065 reduces I/O count and transceiver capability for compact, lower-bandwidth deployments.

Availability

XCVU095-2FFVD1517E is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for radar signal processing, 5G baseband infrastructure, and high-performance computing acceleration requiring stable component supply across long product lifecycles.

Supply support for XCVU095-2FFVD1517E 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 designing high-performance computing, graphics, and adaptive SoC solutions for data centers, embedded systems, and client devices.

The Virtex UltraScale family targets mission-critical infrastructure applications demanding deterministic latency, high serial bandwidth, and long-term reliability in aerospace, defense, and communications equipment.

FAQ

What is the maximum supported DDR4 memory interface speed for XCVU095-2FFVD1517E?

The XCVU095-2FFVD1517E supports DDR4 memory interfaces up to 2400 MT/s with hardened memory controller IP. This speed is validated under industrial temperature conditions and requires proper PCB stackup design with controlled impedance and matched trace lengths. The XCVU095-2FFVD1517E memory controller supports dual-rank, 64-bit-wide configurations with ECC capability for mission-critical applications.

Does XCVU095-2FFVD1517E support partial reconfiguration?

Yes, XCVU095-2FFVD1517E fully supports partial reconfiguration through its ICAP and PCAP interfaces. This allows dynamic swapping of logic modules without resetting the entire device or disrupting active I/O operations. The XCVU095-2FFVD1517E implementation requires Vivado Design Suite 2022.1 or later and adheres to Xilinx UG909 guidelines for secure, timing-closed reconfigurable partitions.

What transceiver protocols are natively supported by XCVU095-2FFVD1517E GTY blocks?

The XCVU095-2FFVD1517E GTY transceivers natively support 100G Ethernet (KR4), CPRI v6.1, JESD204B/C, and PCIe Gen3 protocols via hardened PHY logic. Each GTY quad includes independent TX/RX PMA and PCS layers with programmable encoding schemes. Protocol selection is configured at runtime using the XCVU095-2FFVD1517E's transceiver wizard in Vivado.

What configuration modes does XCVU095-2FFVD1517E support?

XCVU095-2FFVD1517E supports master SPI, slave serial, BPI x16, and JTAG configuration modes. Dual BPI NOR flash is the recommended industrial method for secure, fast boot. The XCVU095-2FFVD1517E also supports fallback configuration and multi-boot images stored in external flash, enabling field-upgradable firmware with rollback capability.

Is XCVU095-2FFVD1517E qualified for automotive applications?

No, XCVU095-2FFVD1517E is specified for industrial temperature range (-40°C to +100°C) and is not AEC-Q100 qualified. It is intended for aerospace, defense, and communications infrastructure-not automotive ECUs. For automotive use, AMD recommends the Xilinx Automotive (XA) Virtex UltraScale+ family, which undergoes additional qualification testing beyond the standard XCVU095-2FFVD1517E specification.