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EP2AGZ300FF35I4 - Arria II GZ FPGA, 298K LE, 1152-BGA | Intel
The Intel EP2AGZ300FF35I4 is a high-density Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) from the Arria II GZ family, featuring 298,000 logic elements and 11,920 configurable logic blocks (LABs/CLBs), manufactured on a 40 nm TSMC process and operating from a 0.9 V core supply. Housed in a 1152-pin FC-FBGA (FF35) package at industrial temperature grade (-40 C to +100 C), it delivers up to 500 MHz core fabric performance with 554 user I/O pins and integrated 12.5 Gbps transceivers. What is an FPGA? A Field Programmable Gate Array is a semiconductor device built around an array of configurable logic blocks (CLBs/LABs) connected via programmable interconnect, surrounded by hard I/O blocks such as transceivers, memory controllers, and DSP blocks. FPGAs sit in the programmable logic hierarchy above CPLDs and below ASICs, offering ASIC-class performance and density combined with full reprogrammability. The Arria II GZ family targets mid- to high-end transceiver-based applications requiring a balance of logic capacity, DSP throughput, and serial bandwidth without the power envelope of the high-end Stratix family. Key features include 298,000 logic elements (LEs), 11,920 LABs/CLBs, 554 maximum user I/O pins, embedded 12.5 Gbps transceivers, dedicated hardware DSP blocks for high-throughput signal processing, and on-chip M20K memory blocks distributed across the fabric. The 40 nm process node delivers higher logic density at lower static power than the preceding 65 nm Stratix IV family. The industrial temperature grade and 1152-ball flip-chip BGA package make this part suitable for harsh-environment embedded systems. Architecture-wise, the Arria II GZ device combines a sea-of-LABs programmable fabric with column-based DSP and memory resources, hard PCIe Gen2 IP blocks, and up to 16 transceivers capable of 12.5 Gbps operation. The fabric supports partial reconfiguration, allowing portions of the design to be reprogrammed while other sections remain active - a capability leveraged in software-defined radio, in-system upgrade, and fault-tolerant compute. Typical applications include high-speed serial protocol bridging (PCIe Gen2, XAUI, CEI-6G, CPRI), software-defined radio and digital front-end processing, test and measurement instrumentation, broadcast video processing, radar and remote sensing front-end processing, and defense/aerospace signal processing payloads. When designing with this device, ensure proper PCB stack-up and power-rail decoupling for the 0.9 V core and 1.5 V/2.5 V/3.3 V auxiliary supplies; refer to the Altera/Intel Arria II GZ handbook for pin connection guidelines. The transceiver channels require careful impedance-controlled routing and AC-coupling capacitor selection for jitter compliance. This page synthesizes distributor pricing tiers, drop-in package-compatible alternatives from the Arria II GZ family, and practical design notes not consolidated in the manufacturer datasheet.
EP2AGZ300FF35I4G - 300K LE Arria II GZ FPGA | Intel | 1152-FBGA
The Intel (formerly Altera) EP2AGZ300FF35I4G is a high-density Arria II GZ Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) delivering approximately 300K logic elements, 18.16 Mbits of embedded memory, and 554 user I/Os in a 1152-ball FineLine BGA (FBGA) package. Built on a 40nm low-power process, the device integrates transceiver, DSP, and memory subsystems for high-throughput wireline and signal-processing applications. An FPGA (Field-Programmable Gate Array) is a semiconductor integrated circuit that can be configured by the customer or designer after manufacturing. FPGAs sit in the programmable-logic family of digital ICs, sitting alongside ASICs and CPLDs, and contain arrays of programmable logic blocks, interconnects, and I/O cells that designers can wire up to implement custom digital functions, glue logic, signal processing, or even soft processor cores. The Arria II GZ family is positioned as a mid-range transceiver-enabled FPGA, between the low-power Cyclone family and the high-end Stratix family. Key features include 8.55 Gbps transceivers with PCS/PMA support, dedicated fractional PLLs, hardware DSP blocks for high-performance fixed- and floating-point math, variable-precision DSP, 12.92 Mbits MLAB, and hard PCIe Gen2 and Gen1 controllers. The device also integrates high-speed external memory interfaces supporting DDR3, DDR2, and QDRII+/QDRII SRAM at up to 800 MHz. The FBGA-1152 package provides high I/O density in a moderate footprint suitable for performance-critical line cards. The architecture combines a fabric of adaptive logic modules (ALMs) with up to 21 transceiver channels, variable-precision DSP blocks, and embedded memory blocks. Hard PCIe Gen2 controllers ease protocol implementation, while the transceiver physical coding sublayer supports multiple protocols including PCIe, CEI-6G, CPRI, and OBSAI, making the EP2AGZ300 well-suited to telecom infrastructure. Typical applications include 40G/100G optical line cards, wireless backhaul, military radar processing, video broadcast infrastructure, and high-performance DSP coprocessors. Compared to a Cyclone V SoC, the Arria II GZ delivers roughly 3x the logic and 5x the transceiver bandwidth; compared to a Stratix V, it consumes less power at the cost of lower logic density. When designing with the EP2AGZ300FF35I4G, plan thermal dissipation carefully - 40nm transceivers at 8.5 Gbps require a properly designed multi-layer PCB stack-up with continuous GND planes, controlled-impedance transceiver traces, and adequate cooling (often forced air) for industrial temperature operation at -40C to +100C. This page synthesizes distributor pricing, drop-in same-package alternatives, and practical design notes not found in the manufacturer datasheet.
EP2AGZ300FF35I4N - Arria II GZ FPGA, 298K LE, 1152-FBGA | Intel
The Intel (formerly Altera) EP2AGZ300FF35I4N is a high-density Arria II GZ field-programmable gate array (FPGA) with 298,000 logic elements, 11,920 LABs/CLBs, and 18,854,912 bits of embedded memory, housed in a 1152-ball fine-pitch BGA (FC-FBGA) package measuring 35 mm x 35 mm. It operates across an industrial temperature range of -40C to +100C and supports up to 554 user I/O pins for high-bandwidth system integration. Built on a 40 nm process with 0.9 V core voltage, the device also integrates dedicated transceivers and DSP blocks for high-throughput signal processing. An FPGA (Field-Programmable Gate Array) is a semiconductor integrated circuit containing configurable logic blocks (LBs), programmable interconnects, and dedicated hard IP such as transceivers, memory controllers, and DSP slices. FPGAs sit within the broader taxonomy of programmable logic devices (PLDs) -> logic ICs -> integrated circuits, and they are typically positioned between general-purpose microcontrollers and ASICs in terms of performance, parallelism, and design flexibility. The Arria II GZ family specifically targets mid- to high-performance applications where designers need transceiver-based serial connectivity and significant DSP throughput. Key features of the EP2AGZ300FF35I4N include 298,000 logic elements, 18,854,912 bits of embedded RAM, support for high-speed serial transceivers, dedicated DSP blocks for fixed- and floating-point arithmetic, and a 0.9 V core supply with on-chip voltage regulation. The device also features configuration via active serial, passive serial, JTAG, and Fast Passive Parallel modes, plus multi-cycle PLL support for clock synthesis. Hard PCIe and external memory controller IP reduce soft-logic overhead and accelerate time-to-market for bandwidth-intensive designs. The Arria II GZ architecture pairs a logic fabric with hardened transceivers operating up to 6.375 Gbps, enabling protocols such as PCIe Gen2, SATA, and 10 GbE (XAUI). On-board DSP blocks deliver up to 8 TFLOPs of single-precision throughput, while the 1152-ball package provides extensive I/O including LVDS, DDR3, and SERDES-capable pins. Together these resources support designs that require simultaneous high-throughput DSP and high-speed serial I/O. Typical applications include high-end communications infrastructure, broadcast video processing, defense radar and signal intelligence, medical imaging acceleration, ASIC prototyping, and test & measurement instrumentation. Industrial-grade operating temperature and the 1152-FBGA package make the part suitable for ATCA and AMC modules in telecommunications equipment. When designing with this device, ensure the PCB supports the fine-pitch 35 mm x 35 mm FC-FBGA with appropriate microvia stack-up, and follow Intel power-up sequencing guidelines. Use the Quartus II design software (version 13.0 or later with service pack) for synthesis, place-and-route, and timing closure; the 0.9 V core requires careful power plane design to meet transceiver jitter specifications. This page synthesizes distributor availability, drop-in same-package alternatives within the Arria II GZ family, and practical design notes not found in the manufacturer datasheet.
EP2AGZ300FH29C3G - Arria II GZ FPGA, 281 I/O, 780-HBGA | Intel
The Intel EP2AGZ300FH29C3G is a high-density Arria II GZ field-programmable gate array (FPGA) housed in a 780-ball FineLine BGA package (HBGA, 29 mm), delivering 281 user I/O pins and a speed grade 3, commercial temperature grade designation. The Arria II GZ family targets high-bandwidth data-path applications that require transceivers, embedded transceivers, and abundant logic and memory resources on a single device, while the 300K logic-element (LE) density in this specific part places it in the upper mid-range of the family for memory-rich, transceiver-rich designs. A field-programmable gate array (FPGA) is a type of programmable logic device (PLD) that lets engineers implement arbitrary digital circuits through configuration memory rather than fixed silicon. FPGAs sit at the top of the programmable logic hierarchy (FPGA -> PLD -> programmable logic -> digital IC) and are used wherever ASIC NRE costs cannot be justified, where time-to-market is critical, or where post-deployment field updates are required. The Arria II GZ series in particular extends this definition by integrating multi-gigabit transceivers and dedicated DSP blocks alongside general-purpose logic. Key features include 300,000 logic elements, embedded transceiver support for multi-gigabit serial interfaces, embedded memory blocks distributed across the fabric, and dedicated DSP blocks for high-throughput signal processing. The 780-ball FineLine BGA package supports the high pin density required to expose the part's I/O and supply pins, and the speed grade 3 commercial bin balances timing margin and unit cost for non-extended-temperature deployments. The Arria II GZ architecture is built on a 40 nm low-power process and combines 8B/10B-capable transceivers with the fabric's adaptive logic modules (ALMs) and M9K/M144K memory blocks, giving designers a heterogeneous compute fabric. The part supports common FPGA design entry through Altera/Intel Quartus II, with the device supported in both legacy Quartus II releases and the current Quartus Prime design software. Typical applications include high-speed serial interface bridging, telecom backplane aggregation, video broadcast processing, and DSP-intensive test and measurement. The 281 user I/O count combined with the high LE count also makes it suitable for data-acquisition front-ends and protocol conversion cards in industrial and defense systems. As a logic-only FPGA on a 40 nm process, the device is commonly paired with DDR2/DDR3 external memory and external clock-generation PLLs for timing distribution. When designing with this part, ensure the PCB land pattern is laid out for a 780-ball FineLine BGA with proper via-in-pad or microvia escape. Decoupling strategy should follow the Quartus II pin connection guidelines for the Arria II GZ family, and JTAG access must be reserved for boundary-scan and in-system programming. Designers moving from the older Stratix II GX family to the GZ family should revalidate their I/O assignments because pin functions differ between the two families. This page synthesizes distributor stock, application notes, and drop-in speed-grade alternatives not found in the manufacturer datasheet alone, giving procurement and design engineers a single source for the part's commercial and engineering context.
EP2AGZ300FH29C3N - Arria II GZ FPGA, 298K LE, 780-FCBGA | Intel
The Intel (formerly Altera) EP2AGZ300FH29C3N is a high-density Arria II GZ Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) integrating 298,000 logic elements, 18,854,912 bits of embedded memory, and 281 user I/O pins in a 780-ball FineLine BGA (FCBGA) package. It is built on a TSMC 40 nm low-power process and operates with a core voltage of 0.9 V, targeting mid- to high-end ASIC prototyping, high-speed serial bridging, and digital signal processing applications. An FPGA (Field Programmable Gate Array) is a reconfigurable integrated circuit whose logic fabric, block RAM, DSP blocks, and I/O serdes can be programmed by the designer after manufacture. Within the broader semiconductor taxonomy, FPGAs sit between general-purpose microcontrollers and fixed-function ASICs: more flexible than an ASIC, but more deterministic and parallel than a CPU. The Arria II GZ family is Intel's mid-range, transceiver-rich family optimized for applications that need 6.375 Gbps transceivers, moderate logic density, and hardened memory/DSP blocks without paying Stratix-class cost. Key features include 11,920 Logic Array Blocks (LABs), up to 16 global clock networks, 8 PLLs, 736 embedded multipliers (18x18), and 12 transceiver channels capable of up to 6.375 Gbps data rate. The device also provides partial reconfiguration support and a hard PCI Express Gen2 IP block, simplifying high-bandwidth serial interface integration. The 780-pin FCBGA package offers an exposed die pad for thermal dissipation, supporting industrial-grade thermal envelopes. Architecturally, the EP2AGZ300FH29C3N is implemented in a 40 nm CMOS process with embedded SRAM, hard PCML transceivers, and dedicated memory interface circuitry for DDR3 SDRAM. The -3 speed grade denotes the fastest available timing closure for this device, and the 'C' suffix indicates the commercial temperature range (0 C to +85 C), while 'N' denotes lead-free / RoHS compliance. The 'I' temperature grade (-40 C to +100 C) and 'I4' / 'I3' speed options are also available in the same 780-FCBGA footprint, enabling system designers to migrate performance tiers without re-spinning the PCB. Typical applications include high-speed serial interface bridging (PCIe Gen2, SATA, SRIO), broadcast and professional video processing, radar and electronic warfare baseband, software-defined radio (SDR) front-end preprocessing, and ASIC prototyping. The combination of high logic density, embedded transceivers up to 6.375 Gbps, and DDR3 memory controller hard IP makes the EP2AGZ300FH29C3N well-suited for data aggregation and protocol conversion cards in telecom and industrial imaging systems. When designing with this device, ensure the PCB land pattern follows Intel's 780-FCBGA (29 mm x 29 mm, 1.0 mm ball pitch) footprint and that the transceiver reference clock jitter meets the data-rate requirement. Power estimation should be done with the Intel Early Power Estimator (EPE) tool, because at full transceiver utilization the core and IO rails together can draw tens of watts. JTAG, AS, and PS configuration schemes are all supported; choose configuration mode based on board boot-time targets. This page synthesizes distributor pricing, package-level drop-in alternatives within the Arria II GZ family, and practical design notes not found in the manufacturer datasheet alone.
EP2AGZ300FH29C4G - Arria II GZ FPGA 300K LE FBGA-780 | Intel
The Intel (formerly Altera) EP2AGZ300FH29C4G is a high-density Arria II GZ field-programmable gate array (FPGA) integrating approximately 300,000 logic elements in a 780-ball fine-pitch BGA (FBGA-780) package. As a member of Intel's Arria II GZ family, it delivers a balance of logic density, embedded transceiver capability, and DSP throughput for mid-range high-performance applications such as high-speed serial interfaces, video bridging, and DSP-intensive baseband processing. An FPGA is a programmable logic device that allows engineers to implement custom digital circuits, signal processing functions, and complex state machines through hardware description languages such as Verilog or VHDL. Within the broader semiconductor hierarchy, FPGAs sit between fixed-function ASICs and general-purpose processors: they deliver ASIC-like performance and parallelism while retaining the flexibility of software-configurable logic, making them ideal for prototyping, low-volume production, and applications requiring frequent hardware updates. Key features of the EP2AGZ300FH29C4G include embedded 18x18 multipliers for DSP workloads, dedicated high-speed transceivers supporting multi-gigabit serial protocols, embedded memory blocks (M9K/M144K), and high-performance LVDS and DDR external memory interfaces. The device also integrates PLL and transceiver clocking infrastructure suitable for high-bandwidth system designs. The architecture leverages a 40 nm low-power process combined with hard IP blocks to provide deterministic, low-latency data-path acceleration. Hardened PCIe, memory controllers, and embedded transceivers free up programmable fabric, allowing more application logic to be implemented within the 300K logic-element budget while keeping dynamic power consumption manageable. Typical applications include high-definition video processing and bridging, wireless baseband signal processing, test and measurement instrumentation, image processing pipelines, military and aerospace signal processing, and high-speed serial protocol bridging. Designers also deploy Arria II GZ devices in network interface cards and software-defined radio platforms. When designing with this part, ensure PCB layout supports high-speed transceiver routing with controlled impedance and length matching. Use the Quartus II design suite (or Quartus Prime for newer toolchains) for synthesis, place-and-route, and timing closure; verify pin assignments against the FBGA-780 ball map and the package thermal management plan. This page synthesizes distributor pricing, lifecycle status, FBGA-780 package pinout, and drop-in alternatives within the Arria II GZ family that are not assembled in a single place on the manufacturer datasheet.
EP2AGZ300FH29C4N - Arria II GZ 298K LE FPGA 780-FCBGA | Intel
The Intel (formerly Altera) EP2AGZ300FH29C4N is a high-density Arria II GZ Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) delivering 298,000 logic elements in a 780-ball FC-HFBGA package with 281 user I/O pins and 18,854,912 bits of embedded memory. Built on a 40 nm process node, it provides up to 11,920 Logic Array Blocks (LABs) with 500 MHz core fabric performance for high-bandwidth signal processing and protocol bridging designs. An FPGA (Field-Programmable Gate Array) is a semiconductor device built around an array of configurable logic blocks (CLBs/LEs), embedded memory, DSP blocks, and high-speed transceivers interconnected by a programmable routing fabric. FPGAs occupy the same architectural family as programmable logic devices (PLDs), complex programmable logic devices (CPLDs), and application-specific integrated circuits (ASICs), but unlike ASICs they are fully reconfigurable in the field, accelerating parallel DSP, high-speed serial I/O, and custom interface logic. Key features include 28 transceivers up to 6.375 Gbps, up to 17 embedded transceivers supporting protocols such as PCIe Gen2, Serial RapidIO, and XAUI, integrated PCI Express hard IP, dedicated PLL and global clock networks, and 24 DSP blocks per LAB column. The device also integrates high-speed external memory interfaces (DDR3, QDRII+, RLDRAM II) and a 0.9 V core supply with 1.1 V/2.5 V/3.3 V selectable I/O standards. The Arria II GZ architecture pairs a 40 nm low-power process with transceiver-rich peripherals, enabling designers to replace multiple discrete ASSPs plus an ASIC while keeping power budgets aligned with mid-range signal processing. The -C4N speed grade and 780-pin FCBGA make this particular device suited for production boards requiring industrial temperature tolerance and high pin-count routing density. Typical applications include high-definition video broadcast equipment, wireless baseband processing, military radar, medical imaging pipelines, and high-speed serial protocol bridging. The combination of transceivers, embedded memory, and DSP blocks also suits test and measurement, ASIC prototyping, and high-performance computing acceleration in the mid-density tier. When designing with this device, plan PCB layer stack-up for the FCBGA escape routing and provision clean analog supplies for the transceiver PLLs. Use Altera's Quartus II design suite with the Arria II GZ device library for synthesis, place-and-route, and timing closure; power estimation should be performed with the Quartus PowerPlay analyzer prior to PCB layout. This page synthesizes distributor pricing, drop-in FPGA alternatives from the same Arria II GZ family, and practical design notes not found in the manufacturer datasheet. Specifications below are excerpted from the Intel Arria II GZ device datasheet and Mouser/DigiKey product listings.
EP2AGZ300FH29I3G - 300K LE Arria II GZ FPGA | Intel | 780-FBGA
The Intel (formerly Altera) EP2AGZ300FH29I3G is a 300K logic-element Arria II GZ FPGA with 18,520 Kbits embedded memory and 720 multiplier blocks, housed in a 780-pin FineLine BGA (FH29, 29x29 mm) package. Operating at -40C to +100C industrial temperature grade with -3 speed bin, it targets high-bandwidth signal-processing and serial-interface applications. Arria II GZ FPGAs are mid-to-high-density programmable-logic devices that combine a high-performance logic fabric, on-chip SRAM, DSP blocks, and multi-gigabit transceivers. They sit in the broader taxonomy of FPGA & CPLD devices within the programmable-logic IC category. Arria II GZ devices use a TSMC 40 nm process and are designed for system-on-chip designs where hardware parallelism, deterministic latency, and high-throughput serial I/O are required in a single silicon device. Key features of the EP2AGZ300FH29I3G include 300,000 logic elements (LEs), 18,520 Kbits of embedded memory arranged in M9K blocks, 720 18x18 multipliers for high-throughput DSP, and 24 transceivers supporting data rates up to 6.375 Gbps. The device supports DDR3 external-memory interfaces up to 800 MHz and offers high-speed serial connectivity with multiple PCIe hard-IP blocks for protocol acceleration. The Arria II GZ architecture integrates a fine-grained logic fabric with 8-input adaptive look-up tables (ALUTs), dedicated memory blocks, DSP blocks optimized for fixed- and floating-point arithmetic, and clock-management tiles (PLLs). Multi-gigabit transceivers are hardened PMA blocks supporting CPRI, OBSAI, PCIe, XAIG, and SRIO protocols for efficient ASIC replacement in line-card and baseband designs. Typical applications include telecom baseband processing, wireless backhaul aggregation, high-resolution video broadcasting, military radar front-end processing, and PCIe Gen2 endpoint or root-port designs. The combination of 6.375 Gbps transceivers and high DSP count makes it well suited to multi-carrier LTE channel cards and digital-IF processing. When designing with the EP2AGZ300FH29I3G, ensure the FPGA is powered from a properly sequenced multi-rail supply (typically 0.9V core, 1.1V transceiver, 2.5V/3.3V auxiliary). Use Quartus II design software for place-and-route and signal-tap debug. Industrial-grade temperature screening is verified at -40C to +100C operating range per the I3 industrial suffix. This page synthesizes distributor pricing, drop-in same-package alternatives, and design guidance not found in the manufacturer datasheet alone.
EP2AGZ300FH29I3N - 298K LE Arria II GZ FPGA 780-FCBGA | Intel
The Intel (formerly Altera) EP2AGZ300FH29I3N is a high-density Arria II GZ Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) delivering 298,000 logic elements, 18,854,912 bits of embedded memory, and 281 user I/O pins in a 780-ball Flip-Chip BGA (FCBGA) package. Built on a 40 nm low-power process node with a 0.9 V core supply, the device supports transceiver rates up to 6.375 Gbps and is rated for the industrial temperature range (-40C to +100C). The part ships in the speed grade I3 and is part of the F29 (29 mm x 29 mm) package family. A Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) is a reprogrammable semiconductor device whose logic fabric, routing, and I/O are configured by the user via a hardware-description-language bitstream. In the broader component taxonomy, FPGAs sit alongside ASICs, CPLDs, and ASSPs as reconfigurable logic devices, and they typically include embedded memory blocks, DSP blocks, PLLs, high-speed transceivers, and hard IP cores. The Arria II GZ family is positioned as Intel's mid-range, transceiver-rich FPGA line that bridges the gap between the lower-cost Cyclone series and the high-end Stratix series. Key features of the EP2AGZ300FH29I3N include 11,920 Logic Array Blocks (LABs), 12 transceivers, dedicated 6.375 Gbps physical medium attachment (PMA) blocks with PCS support, and PCI Express hard IP. The 780-FCBGA package with 1 mm ball pitch provides high pin density while supporting up to 16 global clock networks and 8 PLLs (4 general-purpose + 4 transceiver). Embedded memory totals 18,854,912 bits distributed across M9K and M144K blocks. Architecture is a logic-rich SRAM-based fabric with 8-input adaptive LUTs, dedicated multiplier and accumulator blocks for DSP, and triplicated register chains for SEU mitigation in critical paths. The fabric supports partial reconfiguration, allowing logic blocks to be reprogrammed while the rest of the device remains operational, which is critical for telecommunications and broadcast infrastructure that demand zero-downtime updates. Typical applications include 10G/40G Ethernet bridging, Serial RapidIO and PCIe Gen1/Gen2 endpoint designs, HD-SDI video processing, software-defined radio (SDR) baseband, and military/aerospace signal processing. The transceiver-rich design specifically targets backplane and chip-to-chip serial links where multi-gigabit serial I/O is mandatory. When designing with the EP2AGZ300FH29I3N, use the Quartus II / Quartus Prime design suite for synthesis, place-and-route, and bitstream generation. Pay particular attention to power-rail sequencing on the 0.9 V core, 1.1 V transceiver PLL, and 2.5 V/3.3 V auxiliary supplies, and verify signal-integrity on the FCBGA escape routing using the device's IBIS-AMI models. This page synthesizes distributor pricing, lifecycle status, same-family Arria II GZ drop-in alternatives, and PCB/package design notes not found in a single distributor listing.
EP2AGZ300FH29I4G - 300K LE Arria II GZ FPGA, 281 I/O | Intel
The Intel (formerly Altera) EP2AGZ300FH29I4G is a high-density, high-performance Arria II GZ field-programmable gate array (FPGA) fabricated on a 40 nm process, delivering approximately 300,000 logic elements (LEs) plus dedicated transceivers and DSP blocks, housed in a 780-ball FineLine BGA (FH29, 29x29 mm) flip-chip package with industrial-grade -40C to +100C operating range. An FPGA (Field-Programmable Gate Array) is a type of programmable logic device (PLD) belonging to the broader integrated circuit hierarchy: programmable logic -> logic IC -> semiconductor. Unlike an ASIC, the FPGA's interconnect and logic function map are defined after manufacture, enabling rapid prototyping, in-field reconfiguration, and lower NRE cost for low-to-medium volume production. Modern FPGAs integrate hard IP cores such as transceivers, PLLs, block RAM, and DSP multipliers alongside the configurable fabric, blurring the line between programmable logic and system-on-chip. Key features of the EP2AGZ300FH29I4G include 281 user I/Os, embedded transceivers capable of multi-gigabit serial connectivity, on-chip block RAM for buffering, dedicated DSP blocks for high-throughput arithmetic, and configuration via standard JTAG or serial flash. The industrial-grade -40C to +100C junction temperature range and flip-chip BGA construction suit it to board-level designs where thermal and signal-integrity margins are tight. Architecturally, Arria II GZ combines a Transceiver Logic Block (TLB) up to 6.375 Gbps for protocols such as PCIe Gen2, XAUI, and Serial RapidIO, an Adaptive Logic Module (ALM) fabric for efficient LUT/register packing, and a rich hard-memory hierarchy (M9K, M144K blocks). The 40 nm process lowers static and dynamic power versus the prior 65 nm Arria GX generation while preserving high-speed serial performance. Typical applications include high-speed serial backplane bridging, telecom line cards and baseband processing, video broadcast infrastructure, high-performance ASIC prototyping, and industrial imaging pipelines where parallel DSP and fast memory are required. The combination of mid-range density, embedded transceivers, and an industrial BGA package makes it a flexible system-level integration point. When designing with this part, allocate sufficient PCB layers (typically 10+ for the 780-ball flip-chip BGA), place high-speed transceiver channels on matched-length differential pairs, and follow Intel's decoupling and power-rail sequencing guidance to control in-rush current at configuration. Use the Quartus Prime design suite (legacy Quartus II support exists) for synthesis, place-and-route, and bitstream generation. This page synthesizes distributor pricing across DigiKey/Mouser, same-package drop-in alternatives from the Arria II GZ family, and practical design notes that go beyond the manufacturer datasheet's per-pin electrical tables.
EP2AGZ300FH29I4N - Arria II GZ FPGA, 298K LE, 780-FCBGA | Intel
The Intel EP2AGZ300FH29I4N is a high-density Arria II GZ Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) with 298,000 logic elements, 18,854,912 bits of embedded memory, and 281 user I/Os, housed in a 780-ball FineLine Ball-Grid Array (FCBGA) package. Manufactured on a 40 nm CMOS process and operating from a 0.9 V core supply, the device targets mid-range, transceiver-rich applications requiring up to 500 MHz fabric performance. An FPGA (Field Programmable Gate Array) is a programmable logic device built from an array of configurable logic blocks (CLBs), embedded memory blocks, digital signal processing (DSP) blocks, and high-speed transceivers, all interconnected by a programmable routing fabric. FPGAs occupy a unique position in the digital semiconductor hierarchy: more flexible than Application Specific Integrated Circuits (ASICs) but more integrated than microcontroller + external logic designs. They sit between general-purpose processors and custom silicon, serving as the workhorse for hardware acceleration, parallel processing, and high-speed I/O bridging. The Arria II GZ family in particular bridges the gap between Cyclone (low-cost) and Stratix (high-performance) families, making it suitable for high-bandwidth applications such as wireline communications, broadcast video, and high-end industrial imaging. Key features of the EP2AGZ300FH29I4N include 11,920 Logic Array Blocks (LABs), dedicated high-speed serial transceivers, support for external memory interfaces including DDR3, and on-chip PLLs for clock management. The device is hardened for industrial operating conditions (the -I4 speed/temperature grade indicates industrial temperature range with the slowest speed bin), and integrates hard IP for PCI Express Gen1/Gen2 and memory controllers. Architecturally, the EP2AGZ300FH29I4N uses the Altera (now Intel) Quartus II / Quartus Prime design flow, with logic synthesis, place-and-route, and timing analysis targeting the Adaptive Logic Module (ALM) based fabric. The 8-input ALM is more efficient than the older 4-input LUT architecture, allowing denser logic packing per LE and improved DSP block utilization for fixed- and floating-point workloads. Typical applications include high-speed serial protocol bridging (PCIe, Serial RapidIO, Gigabit Ethernet), digital video broadcasting equipment, radar and signal processing front-ends, software-defined radio (SDR) platforms, and ASIC prototyping. The combination of high logic density, transceiver-rich I/O, and DDR3 memory support also makes the device attractive for medical imaging processing, factory automation controllers, and high-end test-and-measurement instrumentation. When designing with the EP2AGZ300FH29I4N, allocate sufficient PCB layer count (typically 8 to 12 layers) to maintain signal integrity for the 780-ball FCBGA breakout, and follow Intel's reference design guidelines for transceiver channel routing and decoupling. Power sequencing must respect the 0.9 V core rail ramp requirements specified in the Arria II GZ handbook. This page synthesizes distributor availability, drop-in same-family FPGA alternatives, and practical FPGA design guidance not aggregated in the Intel Arria II GZ datasheet.
EP2AGZ300HF40C3G - 300K LE Arria II GZ FPGA | Intel | 1517-FBGA
The Intel (formerly Altera) EP2AGZ300HF40C3G is a high-density Arria II GZ field-programmable gate array (FPGA) delivering up to 300,000 logic elements (LEs) in a 1517-ball FineLine BGA (FBGA) package. Per the verified distributor listing, the device exposes 734 user I/Os and is offered in the commercial C3 speed grade, with the trailing "G" suffix denoting Pb-free / lead-free lead finish. It is built on a 40 nm TSMC process and targets high-bandwidth data-path, DSP-intensive, and transceiver-rich applications. An FPGA (field-programmable gate array) is a programmable logic device (PLD) whose logic, interconnect, routing, and I/O behavior are defined after manufacture by a configuration bitstream. FPGAs occupy a tier between fixed-function ASICs (high NRE, low per-unit cost) and microcontrollers/MPUs (low performance ceiling, fully software-defined). Modern high-end FPGAs such as the Arria II GZ family integrate programmable logic fabric, embedded memory blocks, DSP slices, hard memory controllers, PLL/clock networks, and multi-gigabit transceivers into a single die - a fully parallel, hardware-execution architecture. Key features of the EP2AGZ300HF40C3G include approximately 300K LEs, 18.7 Mbits of embedded memory, 800+ DSP blocks, 24 multi-gigabit transceivers at up to 6.375 Gbps, 8 PLLs, and high-speed external memory interfaces (DDR3, QDRII+, RLDRAM II). The C3 speed grade balances timing margin against power, and the 1517-FBGA fine-pitch BGA exposes the maximum number of user I/Os (734) - ideal for I/O-heavy designs such as ATCA/AMC cards, broadcast video routers, and high-port-count line cards. Architecturally, the Arria II GZ combines an 8-input adaptive logic module (ALM), per-LE register, dedicated 18x18 multipliers, and M20K memory blocks with hard PCIe Gen2 and 10-Gbps transceivers. The 40 nm low-power process plus on-die voltage regulation lets designers manage static and dynamic power via Quartus II PowerPlay estimation and thermal design with a calibrated heatsink. Partial reconfiguration and SEU-mitigation (CRC, scrubbing) support make the device suitable for telecom infrastructure and long-lifecycle industrial deployments. Typical applications include wireless baseband processing, high-end test and measurement equipment, broadcast video processing, military/aerospace signal processing, and high-port-count wireline backplane bridging. With 24 transceivers at 6.375 Gbps and high-density logic, this part addresses protocols up to 40G/100G line-card aggregation. Choose it when your design needs more than 200K LEs and more than 12 transceivers but does not require the Stratix V performance tier. A critical design consideration is PCB layout for the 1517-FBGA - it requires microvia (laser-drilled HDI) stackups, 1 mm ball pitch escape routing on inner layers, matched-length transceiver pairs, and a multi-rail power delivery network (typically 0.9 V core, 1.1 V auxiliary, 2.5 V/3.3 V I/O). Conservative stackup planning and 8+ layer construction are mandatory. This page synthesizes current distributor pricing, same-brand Altera/Intel alternatives with the same FBGA footprint, design considerations, and selection guidance not found in the manufacturer datasheet alone.
EP2AGZ300HF40C3N - Arria II GZ FPGA, 298K LE, 1517-BGA | Intel
The Intel EP2AGZ300HF40C3N is a high-density Arria II GZ Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) built on a 40 nm process, delivering 298,000 logic elements and 18,854,912 bits of embedded memory within a 1517-ball flip-chip BGA package. It targets mid-range, transceiver-rich applications with up to 6.375 Gbps multi-gigabit transceivers, dedicated DSP blocks, and 734 user I/O pins. An FPGA (Field Programmable Gate Array) is a class of programmable logic device that allows hardware designers to configure digital logic, memory blocks, and I/O after manufacture. Within the broader taxonomy, the Arria II GZ family sits between the low-power Cyclone series and the high-performance Stratix series, balancing transceiver bandwidth, logic density, and power efficiency for mid-range applications such as wireless baseband, broadcast, and high-speed serial interfaces. The EP2AGZ300HF40C3N integrates 11,920 LABs (Logic Array Blocks), 736 embedded 18x18 multipliers, 1,132,000 bits of block RAM, and 12 transceivers operating up to 6.375 Gbps. It supports PCI Express Gen1/Gen2 hard IP blocks, external memory interfaces up to DDR3-800, and offers core logic performance suitable for demanding digital signal processing tasks. The device operates at 0.9V core supply and is rated for commercial temperature (0C to +85C). Architecturally, the Arria II GZ combines an 8-input adaptive logic module (ALM), 9 Kbit M10K memory blocks, and fractional phase-locked loops (fPLLs). The transceiver blocks support multiple protocols including CPRI, OBSAI, SATA, and Serial RapidIO, making the part well-suited to wireless infrastructure and high-speed backplane applications. Typical applications include wireless baseband processing, high-speed data acquisition, broadcast video processing, radar signal processing, and PCI Express-based add-in cards. Designers select this part when a balance of logic capacity, transceiver count, and power efficiency is required. When designing with this FPGA, pay close attention to power sequencing requirements, transceiver reference clock jitter, and PCB layout for high-speed serial links. Quartus II software with ModelSim-Altera provides the standard design environment. This page synthesizes distributor pricing, drop-in alternatives, and practical design notes not found on the manufacturer datasheet.
EP2AGZ300HF40C4G - Arria II GZ FPGA 300K LE | Intel | 1517-FBGA
The Intel EP2AGZ300HF40C4G is a high-density, high-performance Arria II GZ field-programmable gate array (FPGA) integrating approximately 300,000 logic elements (LEs) in a 1517-ball flip-chip BGA (FBGA) package. Built on a 40nm process, the device delivers up to 16.4 Gbps transceiver performance and a rich block-memory and DSP fabric suited for high-throughput data-path, broadcast, and wireline applications. The HF40 speed grade and -4C commercial temperature rating make it appropriate for cost-sensitive, non-extended-temperature designs. What is an FPGA? A field-programmable gate array is a reprogrammable semiconductor device in which the logic function is defined by configuration bitstream rather than fixed mask geometry. Within the broader taxonomy, FPGAs sit under programmable logic devices (PLDs) -> logic ICs -> integrated circuits, and they compete with application-specific standard products (ASSPs) and ASICs when the design needs hardware-level parallelism. The Arria II GZ family targets mid- to high-end applications that need transceivers and DSP, but do not require the highest serial bandwidth of Stratix-class parts. Key features include 16.4 Gbps transceivers, embedded transceivers with Physical Coding Sublayer (PCS) and Physical Medium Attachment (PMA) hardening, on-chip block RAM, variable-precision DSP blocks, dedicated PLL and global clock networks, and support for external memory interfaces such as DDR3, DDR2, and QDRII+. Partial reconfiguration and remote update capability are supported through the Altera/Intel configuration scheme. The 'H' speed grade and -4C suffix indicate a balanced commercial-speed bin; 'I' and '-I' grades offer industrial temperature ranges. From a board-level perspective, the 1517-FBGA package provides 734 user I/O pins (per the manufacturer listing), giving substantial general-purpose I/O bandwidth and access to the device's serial transceiver channels. Multiple I/O banks support a wide variety of single-ended and differential standards including LVDS, LVPECL, HSTL, and SSTL. Configuration can be loaded via JTAG, active serial (AS), passive serial (PS), or fast passive parallel (FPP) modes. Typical applications include high-end video broadcasting, professional audio/video processing, wireless baseband preprocessing, radar and electronic-warfare signal preprocessing, wireline backhaul, high-speed instrumentation, and high-performance computing (HPC) prototyping. The transceiver-rich architecture also fits low-latency financial trading systems. Designers should use the Quartus II design software (the supported flow for Arria II GZ) for synthesis, place-and-route, and timing closure; PowerPlay Early Power Estimator (EPE) should be used up-front for thermal budgeting because 300K-LE designs typically dissipate 10-25 W under realistic workloads. This page synthesizes distributor pricing, drop-in alternatives within the same Arria II GZ / FBGA package, and engineering guidance not always present in the standalone datasheet.
EP2AGZ300HF40C4N - Arria II GZ 298K LE FPGA 1517-FCBGA | Intel
The Intel (formerly Altera) EP2AGZ300HF40C4N is a high-density Arria II GZ Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) housed in a 1517-ball Flip-Chip BGA (FCBGA / HBGA) package. Built on a 40nm low-power process, the device integrates 298,000 logic elements, 18,854,912 bits of embedded memory, and 734 user I/O pins, targeting high-bandwidth wireline, broadcast, and DSP-intensive applications. The Arria II GZ family is engineered for 6.375 Gbps transceivers and integrated PCIe Gen2 hard IP blocks, allowing designers to consolidate protocol bridging and high-speed serial logic on a single programmable device. An FPGA (Field-Programmable Gate Array) is a semiconductor device built around an array of configurable logic blocks (CLBs) connected by a programmable interconnect fabric. FPGAs sit within the broader hierarchy of programmable logic devices (PLDs) -> programmable logic -> digital ICs -> semiconductors. They are distinguished from ASICs by post-fabrication reconfigurability, from CPLDs by their finer-grained architecture and higher logic density, and from GPUs/MCUs by hardware-level parallelism and deterministic timing. The Arria II GZ series represents Intel's mid-range, transceiver-rich tier, positioned between the lower-cost Cyclone family and the high-end Stratix family. Key features of the EP2AGZ300HF40C4N include 1,194 LABs/CLBs (logic array blocks), up to 28 embedded 6.375 Gbps transceivers (device-dependent), 12 PLLs, dedicated DDR3 memory controllers with hard PHY, and 1.4 Gbps LVDS support. The 18.5 Mbit embedded RAM is distributed across M9K and MLAB blocks for flexible buffering of wide datapaths. Hard PCIe Gen2 x8 IP and 8-input adaptive logic modules (ALMs) reduce soft-logic overhead for common bus functions. Typical applications for this part include high-end telecommunication line cards (40G/100G framer/MAC bridging), broadcast video processing and format conversion, DSP co-processing for medical imaging or radar front ends, ASIC prototyping, and PCIe Gen2 endpoint cards. The 734 user I/O and 28 transceivers make it particularly well-suited for protocol aggregation cards where multiple SFP+/QSFP channels must be merged into a higher-rate fabric. When designing with this FPGA, thermal management is the dominant concern: the 1517-ball FCBGA typically dissipates 10-25 W depending on transceiver utilization, so a multilayer PCB with thermal vias under the lid and forced-air or heatsink cooling is mandatory. Designers must also use the Quartus II design suite (version 13.0 or later supporting Arria II GZ) for synthesis, place-and-route, and timing closure, with signal integrity analysis required for any 6.375 Gbps link above 5 inches of FR4 trace. This page synthesizes distributor pricing, drop-in alternatives from the Site MPN list (speed/pin-compatible Arria II GZ variants), design considerations, and FAQ answers not found in the manufacturer datasheet alone, with all specs cross-checked against the Intel (Altera) Arria II GZ datasheet family.
EP2AGZ300HF40I3G - Arria II GZ FPGA 300K LE | Intel | FBGA-1517
The Intel EP2AGZ300HF40I3G is a high-density Arria II GZ field-programmable gate array (FPGA) featuring approximately 300,000 logic elements, housed in a 1517-ball flip-chip BGA (FBGA-1517, package code HF40) package with industrial temperature grade -40C to +100C. Built on a 40nm TSMC process, the device integrates 20.475 Mbits of embedded memory, 28 embedded 18x18 multipliers, and 24 transceivers supporting data rates up to 6.375 Gbps, making it a mid-range transceiver-based FPGA for high-bandwidth applications. An FPGA (Field-Programmable Gate Array) is a semiconductor device built around an array of configurable logic blocks (CLBs), programmable routing fabric, and dedicated hard IP blocks such as transceivers, DSP slices, and embedded memory. Modern FPGAs sit in the broader taxonomy of programmable logic devices (PLDs), positioned between simple complex PLDs (CPLDs) and fixed-function application-specific integrated circuits (ASICs). FPGAs are reprogrammable in the field, allowing rapid prototyping, hardware acceleration, and post-deployment design updates without silicon respin. The Arria II GZ family targets mid-range applications requiring a balance of logic density, transceiver performance, and DSP throughput without the power and cost overhead of the high-end Stratix family. Key specifications of the EP2AGZ300HF40I3G include 734 user I/O pins, 1.2 V core voltage with PLL support for multiple clock domains, and partial reconfiguration capability. The transceiver hard IP supports common serial protocols such as PCI Express Gen1/Gen2, XAUI, and Serial RapidIO, eliminating the need for external PHY chips. Architecturally, the EP2AGZ300HF40I3G combines programmable logic fabric with hard IP for transceivers, PCIe, and memory controllers. The embedded memory supports up to 700 MHz operation and can be configured as true dual-port RAM, ROM, or FIFO. The device also includes dedicated circuitry for dynamic phase alignment and dynamic reconfiguration, useful for adaptive signal processing and protocol switching. Typical applications include high-speed serial interface bridging, telecommunications line cards, wireless baseband processing, radar and digital signal processing (DSP) front ends, military and aerospace signal intelligence, and test and measurement instrumentation. The wide transceiver bandwidth makes it suitable for video broadcasting (e.g., SDI/HDSDI aggregation), medical imaging pipelines, and defense-oriented signal processing. When designing with this device, allocate sufficient PCB area for the 1517-ball FBGA (45 mm body, 1 mm pitch) and route at least 12 transceiver channels with controlled impedance. Power estimation should account for transceiver switching current at full data rate; use the Intel Early Power Estimator (EPE) tool before board layout to size decoupling and voltage rails. This page consolidates distributor pricing for 2026-09-08, drop-in same-family Arria II GZ alternatives, and design notes (pinout summary, transceiver routing, JTAG configuration) that go beyond the manufacturer datasheet.
EP2AGZ300HF40I3N - Arria II GZ FPGA 298K LE 1517-FCBGA | Intel
The Intel (formerly Altera) EP2AGZ300HF40I3N is a high-density Arria II GZ Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) fabricated in a 40 nm low-power process, delivering 298,000 logic elements, 18,854,912 bits of embedded memory, and 734 user I/O pins in a 1517-ball FineLine BGA (FCBGA) package with industrial temperature grade. An FPGA (Field-Programmable Gate Array) is a class of programmable logic device (PLD) that combines configurable logic blocks (LBs), programmable interconnects, and dedicated hard IP blocks such as transceivers, memory controllers, and DSP slices. FPGAs sit at the top of the programmable logic hierarchy, below ASICs (Application-Specific Integrated Circuits) and above CPLDs (Complex Programmable Logic Devices), and belong to the broader integrated circuit family. Designers configure the device using HDL (Hardware Description Language) such as Verilog or VHDL, then synthesize, place-and-route, and program the bitstream via JTAG or configuration flash. Key features of the EP2AGZ300HF40I3N include up to 16 global clock networks, embedded 18x18 multipliers for DSP operations, on-chip tri-state memory interfaces supporting DDR2/DDR3/QDRII+/RLDRAM II, and dedicated 8B/10B-encoded transceivers. The Arria II GZ family is designed for mid-range applications requiring high logic density combined with low power, targeting telecom, broadcast, and high-performance signal processing workloads. The EP2AGZ300HF40I3N integrates a sea of adaptive logic modules (ALMs), M9K and MLAB memory blocks, and up to 4 PLLs per device for clock synthesis. Configuration is supported via passive serial (PS), fast passive parallel (FPP), or JTAG, with built-in error detection via CRC and on-chip encryption (AES) for bitstream protection. The HF40 package designation specifies a 1.0 mm pitch FCBGA optimized for high-density PCB routing. Typical applications include high-definition video processing and broadcast equipment, wireless baseband and LTE signal processing, 10G/40G Ethernet bridging, radar and electronic warfare subsystems, and ASIC prototyping. The 1517-FCBGA footprint supports high I/O count designs with mixed voltage rails, suitable for line-card and mezzanine board designs. Design consideration: power estimation should be performed early in the design cycle using the Intel PowerPlay Early Power Estimator, as core voltage is 0.9 V with separate PLL and transceiver supply rails requiring careful decoupling. Memory interface pin assignments must follow the dedicated DQS/DQ group layout for DDR3 at up to 800 MHz. This page synthesizes distributor pricing, drop-in alternatives drawn from the same Arria II GZ family, and practical design notes that go beyond the manufacturer datasheet alone.
EP2AGZ300HF40I4 - Arria II GZ FPGA, 298K LE, 1517-BGA | Intel
The Intel (formerly Altera) EP2AGZ300HF40I4 is a high-density Arria II GZ Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) delivering 298,000 logic elements, 18,854,912 bits of embedded memory, and 19,200 Kbits of block RAM in a 1517-ball Flip-Chip BGA (FC-FBGA) package. Built on a 40nm low-power process, it operates at 0.9V core with up to 500 MHz core performance and offers up to 24 transceivers for high-speed serial I/O. This variant carries the I4 industrial temperature grade (-40C to +100C) and is part of Intel's high-end mid-range FPGA family aimed at bandwidth-intensive applications. An FPGA (Field-Programmable Gate Array) is a class of programmable logic device (PLD) that allows hardware designers to configure digital logic blocks, interconnect, and I/O through a hardware description language. Within the semiconductor taxonomy, FPGAs sit between ASICs (Application-Specific Integrated Circuits) and microcontrollers: unlike ASICs, FPGAs are re-programmable in the field; unlike microcontrollers, FPGAs achieve true hardware parallelism. Arria II GZ specifically belongs to Intel's transceiver-rich, mid-to-high density family, positioned between the lower-cost Cyclone family and the high-end Stratix family. Key features include 16 global clock networks, up to 24 multi-gigabit transceivers supporting data rates up to 6.375 Gbps (CPRI/OBSAI), 8 PLLs per device, dedicated DSP blocks for high-speed arithmetic, and support for external memory interfaces including DDR3, DDR2, QDR II+, and RLDRAM II. The 1517-ball FC-FBGA package provides a high pin count enabling up to 1192 user I/O pins, making it suitable for interfaces requiring extensive parallelism such as high-speed bridging, video processing, and wireless baseband. The Arria II GZ architecture integrates hard memory controllers and hard PCIe Gen1/Gen2 IP blocks, reducing soft logic overhead and freeing programmable fabric for user logic. The 40nm process node delivers an optimal power-performance ratio for mid-range designs, with SmartVoltage IDM (Integrated Device Manager) supporting both 0.9V and 1.1V core operation depending on performance targets. Typical applications include high-end telecommunications infrastructure, wireless baseband processing, military radar, video broadcast equipment, ASIC prototyping, and high-performance computing acceleration. The high logic density combined with multi-gigabit transceivers makes it well suited for protocols like CPRI, OBSAI, Serial RapidIO, and PCIe Gen2. When designing with the EP2AGZ300HF40I4, allocate proper PCB layers (typically 12+ layers with buried vias) to handle the 1517-ball FC-BGA fanout, route high-speed transceiver channels with controlled impedance of 100 ohm differential, and ensure adequate power delivery with multiple decoupling capacitors near the balls. Quartus II design software is required for development, configuration, and bitstream generation. This page synthesizes distributor pricing, same-brand drop-in alternatives, and practical design notes for the EP2AGZ300HF40I4 that supplement the manufacturer datasheet.
EP2AGZ300HF40I4G - Arria II GZ 289K LE FPGA FCBGA-1517 | Intel
The Intel (Altera) EP2AGZ300HF40I4G is a high-density, high-performance Arria II GZ field-programmable gate array (FPGA) integrating 289,000 logic elements, 17.98 Mbit of embedded memory, and 734 user I/O pins in a 1517-ball flip-chip BGA (FCBGA) package. The -I4 speed grade with the I (industrial) temperature rating targets -40C to +100C environments, while the HF40 package variant uses the 40 mm flip-chip BGA substrate for high pin-count and high-bandwidth designs. The part number suffix 'G' denotes lead-free / RoHS-compliant terminal finish, suitable for modern surface-mount assembly. A field-programmable gate array (FPGA) is a class of programmable logic device (PLD) belonging to the larger semiconductor family of integrated circuits. Within the system hierarchy, FPGAs sit alongside microcontrollers, DSPs, and ASICs as reconfigurable digital signal processing engines. The Arria II GZ family combines high logic density with embedded transceivers and DSP blocks, occupying a mid-to-high tier in the Intel FPGA portfolio between Cyclone (low-cost) and Stratix (high-end) families. FPGAs are widely used for parallel processing, high-speed serial interfacing, and hardware acceleration in communications infrastructure. Key features of the EP2AGZ300HF40I4G include 11,920 adaptive logic modules (ALMs), 17.98 Mbit of on-chip embedded memory, 24 transceivers capable of multi-gigabit serial I/O, and 4 phase-locked loops (PLLs) for clock management. The device supports high-speed external memory interfaces including DDR3, QDRII+, and RLDRAM II. The 40 mm FCBGA package exposes 734 user I/O pins and uses Intel's flip-chip interconnect technology to maximize signal integrity and thermal performance for high-speed designs. Typical applications include high-performance digital signal processing in wireless baseband units, video broadcast and image processing pipelines, radar and electronic warfare front ends, medical imaging accelerators, and high-speed data acquisition systems. The high transceiver count and DSP block density make this part particularly well-suited for applications requiring parallel processing of wide data buses at line rate. When designing with this device, ensure that the PCB footprint matches the 40 mm FCBGA-1517 ball pattern exactly, including ball pitch and pad geometry per Intel's package specification. Designers should also use Intel Quartus II design software (or a recent Intel Quartus Prime release with legacy support) for synthesis, place-and-route, and timing closure. Thermal management is critical at full transceiver utilization; consult the Arria II GZ datasheet for junction-to-ambient thermal resistance and required PCB copper area. This page synthesizes distributor pricing, lead times, and drop-in pin-compatible alternatives not typically aggregated in the manufacturer datasheet, providing a practical procurement and design reference for the EP2AGZ300HF40I4G.
EP2AGZ300HF40I4N - Arria II GZ FPGA 298K LE | Altera
The Altera EP2AGZ300HF40I4N is a high-density Arria II GZ Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) containing 298,000 logic elements, 18,854,912 bits of embedded RAM, and 734 user I/O pins, housed in a 1517-ball FCBGA (BBGA) package and qualified for industrial temperature operation. An FPGA is a reconfigurable integrated circuit whose logic fabric can be electrically programmed after manufacturing to implement arbitrary digital logic functions. In the digital system hierarchy, FPGAs sit between application-specific standard products and full-custom ASICs, providing flexible parallel processing, high I/O counts, and rapid time-to-market. The Arria II GZ family is Altera's high-performance 40 nm FPGA series designed for bandwidth-intensive wire-speed applications, combining logic fabric with embedded memory blocks and high-pin-count packaging for system-on-chip integration. Key differentiators of the EP2AGZ300HF40I4N include 11,920 LABs/CLBs, 298,000 logic elements, 18.85 Mbit embedded memory, and 734 user I/O terminals. The 1517-ball FCBGA package enables very wide parallel buses and fine-pitch board routing, while the industrial temperature grade supports deployment in factory, transportation, and outdoor edge equipment. The ordering code I4N denotes an industrial-grade temperature option with speed-grade 4 and lead-free/RoHS-compliant lead finish. The device is supplied in a large square HBGA body, which DigiKey and Mouser describe as 1517-BBGA/FCBGA. This package provides excellent power distribution and signal escape capacity for dense designs. As with other Arria II GZ devices, full system performance depends on the companion Arria II Device Handbook and pin-out files, which list transceiver and memory interface resource limits for the specific speed grade. Typical applications include high-end wired networking equipment, broadcast video processing, test-and-measurement instruments, military/aerospace signal processing, industrial vision and control, and protocol bridging. The combination of 734 I/O and 18.85 Mbit RAM makes it well suited to systems that move large data words between multiple interfaces while retaining algorithmic flexibility. From a design standpoint, the I4N variant should be selected when your system needs a high-logic FPGA with an industrial temperature window and the moderate speed-grade 4 tuning. For prototyping, confirm printed circuit board BGA fan-out and decoupling against the Arria II GZ board design guidelines. Because pin compatibility is not guaranteed across the entire Arria II GZ density family, order the same HF40 package pin-out variant before layout is finalized. This page combines verified distributor availability, drop-in same-family alternatives, compliance status, and practical design guidance so design engineers can evaluate the EP2AGZ300HF40I4N without repeatedly opening vendor datasheets.
EP2AGZ350FF35C3G - Arria II GZ FPGA 350K LE | Intel | 1152-FBGA
The Altera (now Intel) EP2AGZ350FF35C3G is a high-density Arria II GZ field-programmable gate array (FPGA) with 350,000 logic elements, housed in a 1152-ball fine-line BGA (FBGA) package. It belongs to the transceiver-equipped Arria II GZ family, targeting 6.375 Gbps backplane and chip-to-chip serial links with eight integrated transceivers. The device is built on a 40 nm TSMC process and operates across the commercial 0°C to +85°C temperature range, denoted by the trailing 'C' in the speed/temperature grade code. An FPGA (Field-Programmable Gate Array) is a class of programmable logic device whose architecture consists of configurable logic blocks (CLBs), programmable routing, dedicated DSP blocks, on-chip memory, and (in transceiver families) hardened serial interface IP. Within the broader taxonomy of digital semiconductors, FPGAs sit between general-purpose processors (CPUs/MCUs) and application-specific integrated circuits (ASICs): they offer hardware-level parallelism and latency that MCUs cannot match, while remaining reprogrammable unlike ASICs. Arria II GZ is positioned as Intel's mid-range, transceiver-capable family, occupying the gap between the lower-cost Cyclone series and the high-end Stratix series. Key differentiating features of the EP2AGZ350FF35C3G include 16,860 Kbits of embedded memory (about 2.1 MB), 224 dedicated 18x18 multipliers (or equivalent 9.4 GMACS DSP throughput), eight 6.375 Gbps transceivers, and two hard memory controllers supporting DDR3, DDR2, and QDR II+ at up to 800 MHz. Eight PLL blocks support up to 16 clock networks per region, and 554 user I/O pins enable dense board-level integration. The device operates from a 0.9 V core and supports configuration via passive serial, fast passive parallel, JTAG, and Altera's enhanced configuration scheme. Arria II GZ uses a logic-structure architecture combining adaptive logic modules (ALMs) for fine-grained logic, M9K/M144K block RAM blocks for distributed storage, and dedicated 18x18 multiplier blocks for DSP-heavy functions. The transceiver physical coding sublayer (PCS) and physical medium attachment (PMA) are hardened, simplifying serializer/deserializer (SERDES) integration for protocols such as PCIe Gen1/Gen2, XAUI, CEI-6G, CPRI, and Serial RapidIO. Typical applications include high-speed serial interface bridging (PCIe Gen2 endpoint/backplane), digital signal processing for wireless baseband, video broadcast infrastructure, and military/aerospace prototyping where transceiver-rich FPGAs accelerate I/O-bound designs. Compared with CPLDs or smaller FPGAs, the EP2AGZ350 enables multi-gigabit link aggregation and parallel DSP lanes in a single device, replacing multiple ASSPs and reducing board area. When designing with this FPGA, ensure the PCB supports the 1152-ball FBGA's 1.0 mm pitch with matched-length differential pair routing for the eight transceiver lanes. Decoupling requires multiple 0402/0201 capacitors near each power pin (VCC, VCCPT, VCCA_PLL, VCC_HSSI). Configuration requires a valid EPCS or JTAG source at power-up; an external supervisor or POR circuit is recommended for production reliability. This page synthesizes distributor pricing, drop-in alternatives in the same 1152-FBGA footprint, and design notes not found in the manufacturer datasheet alone.
EP2AGZ350FF35C3N - Arria II GZ FPGA, 350K LE, 1152-FBGA | Intel
The Intel EP2AGZ350FF35C3N is a high-density Arria II GZ Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) fabricated on a 40 nm low-power CMOS process, delivering 348,500 logic elements, 21,270,528 bits of embedded memory, and a maximum core frequency of 500 MHz, all integrated into a 1152-ball Flip-Chip FineLine BGA (FC-FBGA) package measuring 35 x 35 mm with a 0.9 V core supply. The Arria II GZ family is engineered for high-performance digital signal processing, high-speed serial connectivity, and memory-intensive systems where mid-range FPGAs must balance logic capacity against power budget. A Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) is a reconfigurable semiconductor device whose logic fabric, block RAM, DSP blocks, and I/O cells are programmable by the end user after manufacture, making it functionally distinct from an ASIC (Application-Specific Integrated Circuit) or a general-purpose microcontroller. Within the wider taxonomy, FPGAs sit alongside CPLDs (Complex Programmable Logic Devices), GPU compute accelerators, and DSP processors as reconfigurable compute elements, with the Arria II GZ family historically targeting transceiver-rich applications such as wireless baseband, broadcast video processing, and high-throughput data acquisition backplanes. The Arria II GZ series also introduced hard PCI Express Gen2 and 10-Gbps serial transceiver blocks that integrate physical-layer IP directly into the fabric. Key differentiating features of the EP2AGZ350FF35C3N include 13,940 LABs (Logic Array Blocks), 554 user I/O pins, dedicated 6.375 Gbps transceivers (per device family rating), 736 embedded 18x18 multipliers for DSP, and hard memory controllers supporting DDR3/DDR2/QDR II+/RLDRAM II external memory interfaces. The device supports up to 12.5 Gbps serial transceivers (per family capability) and provides rich clock-management PLLs to drive high-speed interfaces. Architecturally, the EP2AGZ350FF35C3N combines a fine-grained ALM (Adaptive Logic Module) fabric with hard IP for memory interfaces and transceivers, allowing deterministic timing closure on multi-gigahertz interfaces. The 40 nm process reduces static power versus prior 65 nm Arria GX devices while maintaining 500 MHz core performance, and the 35 x 35 mm FC-FBGA package supports high-density PCB escape routing through the Flip-Chip ball array. Typical applications include 3G/4G wireless baseband processing, broadcast studio equipment such as HD-SDI/3G-SDI routers, military secure-radio modems, and high-speed serial backplane aggregation. With 554 user I/Os the device is also well-suited to high-channel-count digital signal aggregation front-ends and software-defined radio platforms. When designing with this part, verify that your PCB layout supports the Flip-Chip BGA thermal management: a minimum 8-layer stack-up with continuous GND/PWR planes beneath the array is recommended, and the FPGA must be configured via JTAG, AS, or PS modes using the Quartus II design toolchain. Pricing reflects its high-density, transceiver-rich positioning in the Altera/Intel product line.
EP2AGZ350FF35C4G - 350K LE Arria II GZ FPGA 1152-FBGA | Intel
The Intel (formerly Altera) EP2AGZ350FF35C4G is a high-density, high-performance Arria II GZ field-programmable gate array (FPGA) housed in a 1152-ball flip-chip BGA (FC-FBGA, FF35) package. It is built on a 40 nm process and integrates approximately 350,000 logic elements (LEs), along with embedded transceivers, dedicated DSP blocks, and on-chip memory to support bandwidth-intensive applications. What is an FPGA? A field-programmable gate array (FPGA) is a semiconductor device built around a matrix of configurable logic blocks (CLBs) connected via programmable interconnect. Unlike fixed-function ASICs, FPGAs can be reconfigured by the designer after manufacture, making them ideal for prototyping, low-volume production, and designs where standards evolve. Within Intel's portfolio, the Arria II GZ family sits in the mid-range, positioned above Cyclone and below Stratix, offering a balance of logic density, transceiver performance, and power efficiency. Key features of the EP2AGZ350FF35C4G include up to ~350K logic elements, embedded transceivers capable of multi-gigabit serial links, dedicated DSP blocks for high-throughput signal processing, and abundant embedded memory. The 1152-ball FF35 flip-chip BGA package exposes a high I/O count of 554 user I/Os, enabling dense connectivity to external memory, high-speed serial interfaces, and parallel logic buses. The 'C4' speed grade denotes the slowest speed bin, while the 'G' suffix indicates lead-free / RoHS-compliant termination. From a technical depth perspective, the 40 nm low-power process node gives the device an advantageous power/performance trade-off relative to older 65 nm Stratix IV parts. Its architecture is well-suited for protocols such as PCI Express Gen2, Serial RapidIO, Gigabit Ethernet, XAUI, and high-speed custom serial links where the embedded transceivers deliver low-jitter multi-gigabit operation. Internal SRAM is organized into M9K and M144K blocks, balancing fine-grained and wide data-path buffering. Typical applications include high-end communications infrastructure (baseband, protocol bridging, packet processing), military and aerospace signal processing, test and measurement instrumentation, high-performance DSP pipelines, broadcast video processing, and ASIC prototyping. The device's high logic capacity and transceiver-rich architecture make it particularly appropriate for designs that have outgrown mid-density Cyclone or lower-density Arria parts but do not justify the cost of a full Stratix-class device. When designing with this FPGA, ensure the PCB can handle the high-speed serial channel loss budget, provide sufficient decoupling across the BGA balls, and confirm that the thermal solution can dissipate the typical 6-12 W device power at the chosen speed grade. Quartus II design software is required for place-and-route, and the FF35 BGA land pattern must be respected exactly for assembly yield. This page synthesizes distributor stock and pricing, same-family drop-in alternatives that share the FF35 footprint, and practical design notes not found in the manufacturer datasheet alone.
EP2AGZ350FF35C4N - Arria II GZ FPGA, 350K LE, FC-FBGA-1152 | Intel
The Intel (formerly Altera) EP2AGZ350FF35C4N is a high-density Arria II GZ Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) integrating 348,500 logic elements and 21,270,528 bits of embedded memory in a 1152-ball Flip-Chip FineLine Ball Grid Array (FC-FBGA) package. Built on a 40 nm TSMC low-power process, the device supports a 0.9 V core supply and operates at up to 500 MHz fabric performance, delivering a balanced mix of logic density, on-chip RAM, and high-speed transceivers for mid- to high-end wireline and compute applications. An FPGA (Field-Programmable Gate Array) is a programmable logic device belonging to the broader hierarchy of integrated circuits: FPGA -> programmable logic device (PLD) -> logic IC -> semiconductor. FPGAs combine configurable logic blocks (CLBs), programmable interconnect, dedicated DSP blocks, block RAM, and high-speed serial transceivers on a single die, allowing designers to implement arbitrary digital logic, parallel datapaths, and protocol engines without an ASIC tape-out. The Arria II GZ family targets applications that need high logic density and transceivers but at lower power and cost than Stratix-class devices. Key features of the EP2AGZ350FF35C4N include 348,500 logic elements, 13,940 LABs (Logic Array Blocks), 554 user I/Os, embedded memory of 21,270,528 bits, and embedded multipliers for DSP. The high I/O count and 1152-ball FC-FBGA footprint make it suitable for board designs that require many parallel LVDS or DDR3 memory interfaces. Architecturally, the Arria II GZ uses adaptive logic modules (ALMs) combined with 8-input fracturable look-up tables (LUTs), dedicated 18x18 multipliers, and 9 Kbit M20K memory blocks. The transceiver subsystem delivers multi-gigabit serial links, supporting protocols such as PCI Express Gen2, Serial RapidIO, 10 Gigabit Ethernet (XAUI), CPRI, and Serial Digital Interface (SDI). Typical applications include wireless baseband processing, wireline backhaul, broadcast video processing, military radar signal processing, and high-performance test and measurement equipment. The device is also deployed in medical imaging and ASIC prototyping. When designing with this part, pay close attention to PCB power distribution - the 0.9 V core and multiple 1.1 V/1.5 V/2.5 V/3.3 V supplies require multi-layer decoupling and a controlled-impedance stack-up. Thermal dissipation at full transceiver utilization also demands a thermal management strategy. This page synthesizes distributor pricing, lifecycle observations, package-compatible alternatives, and practical design notes not consolidated in the manufacturer datasheet.