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EP1AGX20CF484I6 - Arria GX FPGA 21.5K LE 484-FBGA | Intel
The Intel (formerly Altera) EP1AGX20CF484I6 is a member of the Arria GX FPGA family, integrating 21,580 logic elements and 1,079 LABs (logic array blocks) into a 484-pin flip-chip BGA package rated for industrial temperature operation. Built on a 90 nm process and supplied at 1.2 V core, this device delivers a balanced combination of high-speed transceivers, embedded memory, and DSP blocks targeted at serial-interface bridging and protocol processing designs. A Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) is a semiconductor device containing configurable logic blocks, programmable interconnects, and I/O resources that can be re-programmed after manufacturing to implement arbitrary digital circuits. Within the broader taxonomy, FPGAs sit under programmable logic devices (PLD), alongside CPLDs, and they are widely used for prototyping, DSP acceleration, and high-speed serial interfacing. The Arria GX family specifically targets mid-range applications requiring integrated transceivers up to 3.125 Gbps, distinguishing it from Cyclone (low-cost) and Stratix (high-performance) families in the Altera/Intel portfolio. Key features of the EP1AGX20CF484I6 include 1,079 LABs, 230 user I/O pins, embedded multiplier blocks for DSP, M512/M4K memory blocks for buffering, and up to eight high-speed transceiver channels supporting protocols such as PCI Express, Gigabit Ethernet, and Serial RapidIO. The 484-FBGA (23x23 mm) flip-chip BGA package provides controlled-impedance connections suitable for multi-gigabit signaling and is pin-compatible with other Arria GX devices in the same speed/pin grade. Typical applications include telecom line-card packet processing, industrial imaging and video bridging, test and measurement backplanes, and embedded DSP pre-processing. The integrated transceivers reduce BOM count by eliminating external PHY ICs for serial links, while the ample logic and memory resources support moderate-depth packet buffers and protocol-state machines in a single chip. When designing with this device, plan power sequencing carefully because the core (1.2 V) and I/O banks require independent rails with proper ramp rates. Use Altera Quartus II design software (version supporting Arria GX) for synthesis, place-and-route, and timing closure; SignalTap II embedded logic analyzer is recommended for on-board debugging of multi-gigabit links.
EP1AGX20CF484I6N - 484-FBGA FPGA, 21.6K LE, Industrial | Intel
The Intel (formerly Altera) EP1AGX20CF484I6N is a member of the Arria GX family of field-programmable gate arrays (FPGAs) built on a 90 nm process, providing 21,580 logic elements, 1,079 LABs/CLBs, and 1,229,184 bits of embedded RAM, housed in a 484-pin FC-FBGA (23x23 mm) package. Per the verified Altera datasheet, the device operates from a 1.15 V to 1.25 V core supply with 2.5 V/3.3 V I/O and 230 user I/O pins; the I6N speed grade and -40C to +100°C industrial junction-temperature suffix target mid-bandwidth transceiver designs. What is an FPGA? An FPGA (Field-Programmable Gate Array) is a semiconductor device containing an array of configurable logic blocks (CLBs/LABs), programmable interconnect, and dedicated hard IP such as transceivers, DSP blocks, and block RAM. After fabrication, the device's internal look-up tables, routing, and I/O standards are configured by loading a user bitstream into on-chip SRAM. FPGAs occupy a position in the digital logic hierarchy between discrete glue logic and ASICs, providing ASIC-class performance with mask-set-free reprogrammability for prototyping, low-volume production, and applications requiring post-deployment logic updates. Key features of the Arria GX family include dedicated multi-gigabit transceivers supporting protocols such as PCI Express, Gigabit Ethernet, Serial RapidIO, and XAUI at data rates up to 3.125 Gbps. The architecture combines these transceivers with on-chip TriMatrix memory, embedded DSP blocks for signal processing, and support for multiple I/O standards including LVDS, LVTTL, LVCMOS, HSTL, and SSTL. The -6 speed grade and industrial temperature range make the EP1AGX20CF484I6N particularly suited for harsh-environment systems. Designers typically use this device in serial-interface bridge cards, telecom line cards, video processing pipelines, and industrial imaging where a balance of logic capacity, transceiver count, and cost matters more than the very highest transceiver throughput. The 230 user I/Os provide ample parallel interfacing for memory buses, control signals, and external PHY connectivity alongside the serial links. JTAG (IEEE 1149.1) configuration and on-chip Active Serial configuration support simplify board-level bring-up. When designing with the EP1AGX20CF484I6N, observe Altera's recommended decoupling guidelines, maintain continuous reference planes for each transceiver power rail, and follow the PCB footprint and thermal recommendations in the FBGA layout guide. Quartus II software (version 13.0 or later with the Arria GX device support installed) is the supported design environment. This page combines distributor pricing, drop-in alternatives drawn from the same Arria GX family, and practical engineering notes not aggregated in the Altera datasheet itself.
EP1AGX20CF780C5N - Arria GX FPGA, 20K LE, 780-BGA | Altera
The Altera (now Intel) EP1AGX20CF780C5N is a member of the Arria GX family of field-programmable gate arrays (FPGAs) fabricated on a 90 nm process, delivering up to 21,580 logic elements and 1,229,184 bits of embedded memory in a 780-ball FineLine BGA package. It is a commercial-temperature grade (0C to +85C) device with speed grade -5, integrating 4 transceivers capable of up to 3.125 Gbps operation and a comprehensive on-chip PLL/DLL clock network, making it engineered for cost-sensitive serial connectivity, video bridging, and protocol bridging applications. An FPGA (Field-Programmable Gate Array) is a semiconductor IC in the programmable logic category that allows hardware designers to implement arbitrary digital logic via a configuration bitstream. Within the broader taxonomy, FPGAs belong to programmable logic devices (PLDs) -> logic ICs -> integrated circuits. The Arria GX family is positioned between the Stratix high-end and Cyclone low-end families, targeting mid-range applications that require embedded transceivers without the power and cost of Stratix-class devices. Key differentiating specifications include 4 full-duplex 3.125 Gbps transceivers (CPRI/OBSAI/PCI Express compatible), 6 phase-locked loops (PLLs), dedicated 18x18 multipliers for DSP blocks, and 1,229,184 bits (approximately 150 kbytes) of embedded SRAM. The device supports LVDS, LVTTL, LVCMOS, SSTL, HSTL, and differential I/O standards across user I/O banks, providing flexible board-level integration. Architecturally, the EP1AGX20CF780 uses Altera's logic element (LE) fabric with adaptive logic modules (ALMs), embedded memory blocks (M512/M4K/M-RAM tiers), and DSP blocks for arithmetic-intensive paths. The transceiver physical medium attachment (PMA) and physical coding sublayer (PCS) are hardened for protocol compliance, reducing soft-logic overhead for serial interfaces. Typical applications include wireless baseband processing, video broadcast equipment, serial protocol bridging (PCI Express x1/x4, Serial RapidIO, Gigabit Ethernet), test and measurement instrumentation, and defense/aerospace signal processing. The 780-ball FineLine BGA package offers a compact footprint for high-density board designs. When designing with the EP1AGX20CF780C5N, engineers must allocate dedicated transceiver reference clock pins, observe power sequencing for the analog supply rails (VCCA_PLL, VCCA_TX/RX), and configure unused transceiver channels to power-down states. The Altera Quartus II design software (legacy version 7.x/8.x compatible) is required for synthesis, place-and-route, and bitstream generation. This page consolidates distributor pricing, drop-in same-package alternatives from the Arria GX family (including the EP1AGX20CF780C6N commercial C6 speed-grade and EP1AGX20CF780I6N industrial-temperature variants), and practical design guidance beyond the Altera datasheet.
EP1AGX20CF780C6 - Arria GX FPGA 21K LE 780-BGA | Intel | Altera
The Intel (formerly Altera) EP1AGX20CF780C6 is a high-performance Arria GX Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) delivering 21,580 logic elements, 1,229,184 bits of embedded memory, and 341 total RAM blocks in a 780-ball flip-chip BGA (FC-FBGA) package. Built on a 90 nm process with a 1.2 V core supply, this device targets high-speed serial I/O and digital signal processing designs requiring up to 3.125 Gbps transceiver support. An FPGA (Field Programmable Gate Array) is a semiconductor integrated circuit composed of configurable logic blocks (CLBs), programmable interconnects, and dedicated hard IP blocks such as transceivers, DSP slices, and embedded memory. FPGAs sit within the broader taxonomy of programmable logic devices (PLD) -> logic ICs -> integrated circuits. Arria GX specifically addresses mid-range applications that require transceivers and DSP without the power and cost of Stratix-class devices. Key features of the EP1AGX20CF780C6 include up to 8 transceiver channels operating up to 3.125 Gbps, dedicated DSP blocks for high-speed multiply-accumulate operations, and embedded memory blocks supporting true dual-port and FIFO configurations. The 780-pin FC-FBGA package provides the high-density I/O and signal-integrity required for multi-gigabit serial links, while the C6 speed grade balances timing margin and operating frequency. Architecturally, the Arria GX family integrates transceiver physical coding sublayers (PCS) and physical medium attachment (PMA) directly in silicon, eliminating external PHY chips for protocols such as PCI Express, Gigabit Ethernet, Serial RapidIO, and SDI. This integration reduces board complexity and BOM cost. The 90 nm CMOS process with 1.2 V core enables low static power compared to older 130 nm FPGAs while preserving the transceiver performance Altera designed into the family. Typical applications include telecommunications backplane aggregation, video broadcast equipment using SDI interfaces, industrial imaging and machine vision systems, wireless baseband processing, and high-speed serial protocol bridging. The combination of transceiver channels and DSP blocks makes this device particularly suitable for designs that need both multi-gigabit serial I/O and signal processing throughput. When designing with this part, verify the FC-FBGA ball pattern, signal-integrity stackup, and thermal solution against the device handbook. The C6 speed grade specifies worst-case timing at typical silicon process conditions - confirm timing closure in Quartus II at the target speed grade before committing to PCB layout. Legacy Arria GX designs should also evaluate migration to Arria II GX or Cyclone IV GX for new production runs. This page synthesizes distributor pricing, parametric specifications, and same-package drop-in alternatives that complement the official Altera handbook with practical sourcing context.
EP1AGX20CF780C6N - Arria GX FPGA, 21K LE, FBGA-780 | Intel
The Intel (formerly Altera) EP1AGX20CF780C6N is a member of the Arria GX family of field-programmable gate arrays (FPGAs) housed in a 780-ball flip-chip BGA package with 29 x 29 mm body and 1.0 mm ball pitch. The device integrates approximately 21,580 logic elements (equivalent to 21,580 CLBs in marketing material) organized across 1,079 logic array blocks (LABs), supported by 1,229,184 bits of embedded memory and 341 user I/O pins. Built on a 1.2 V core, 90 nm process technology, the EP1AGX20CF780C6N is rated for industrial-grade commercial temperatures (C6 speed grade) and provides up to four integrated multi-gigabit transceivers capable of data rates up to 3.125 Gbps for serial connectivity. An FPGA (Field-Programmable Gate Array) is a semiconductor device built around an array of configurable logic blocks (CLBs/LABs), programmable routing, and dedicated hardware blocks such as memory, DSP, PLLs, and (on transceiver families) multi-gigabit transceivers. FPGAs belong to the broader category of programmable logic devices (PLDs) within the integrated-circuit hierarchy: PLD -> CPLD/FPGA -> FPGA with transceivers -> SoC FPGA. Unlike a fixed-function ASIC, an FPGA's logic and routing can be redefined after manufacture, making FPGAs ideal for prototyping, low-volume production, and applications requiring post-deployment firmware upgrades. The Arria GX family specifically targets cost-sensitive designs that need integrated transceivers without the cost premium of the high-end Stratix family. Key features of the EP1AGX20CF780C6N include built-in CDR/PMA for serial protocols such as PCI Express, Gigabit Ethernet, Serial RapidIO, and XAUI, up to 6.5 Mbits of dedicated on-chip memory configurable as true dual-port or simple dual-port RAM, and embedded DSP blocks that support 18x18 multipliers at up to 250 MHz. The device supports configuration via passive serial (PS), fast passive parallel (FPP), active serial (AS), and JTAG modes using Altera/Intel Quartus II design software. The EP1AGX20CF780C6N's transceiver capability, dense logic, and large memory capacity make it particularly well-suited for high-speed serial interface bridging in communications equipment, low-cost PCI Express endpoint cards, broadcast video processing engines, and DSP co-processing. The flip-chip FBGA-780 package provides the necessary signal and power integrity for multi-gigabit SERDES operation. The C6 speed grade balances timing margin and cost for most commercial applications. When designing with the EP1AGX20CF780C6N, allocate at least eight PCB layers with continuous VCC and GND planes, route all transceiver channels with controlled 100-ohm differential impedance, and provide DC-blocking capacitors on each serial TX/RX pair. Decoupling must include 100 nF X7R capacitors within 100 mil of every VCC pin to meet multi-gigabit transceiver jitter budgets. This page synthesizes distributor pricing, drop-in alternatives, and practical board-level design notes not found in the Arria GX handbook. For full pinout, AC timing, and IBIS models refer to the manufacturer datasheet referenced in the data_sources section below.
EP1AGX20CF780I6 - Arria GX FPGA, 20K LE, 341 I/O | Intel
The Intel (formerly Altera) EP1AGX20CF780I6 is a member of the Arria GX family of field-programmable gate arrays (FPGAs) manufactured on a 90 nm CMOS process, integrating 21,580 logic elements in a 780-pin FC-FBGA (Fine-pitch Chip-scale Fine-pitch Ball Grid Array) package with 341 user I/O pins. The device operates from a 1.2 V core supply and embeds up to 1,229,184 bits of embedded memory distributed across 1,079 logic array blocks (LABs). The CF780 suffix denotes the 780-ball flip-chip BGA package and the industrial temperature grade (-40 C to +100 C junction). The 'I' speed grade and '6' designator reflect Altera's mid-band speed bin targeting 1.2 Gbps transceiver operation. A field-programmable gate array (FPGA) is a programmable semiconductor device that allows designers to configure its digital logic blocks, interconnect, and I/O cells after manufacture. FPGAs occupy the high-flexibility tier between discrete logic ICs and fixed-function ASICs in the digital design hierarchy: chip -> programmable logic -> FPGA -> CPLD. Arria GX specifically targets mid-range applications requiring embedded transceivers and moderate logic density, fitting between the lower-cost Cyclone family and the higher-end Stratix family. The EP1AGX20CF780I6 features up to 4 embedded transceivers capable of data rates from 600 Mbps to 3.125 Gbps, supporting serial protocols such as PCI Express (x1/x4), Gigabit Ethernet, Serial RapidIO, and SerialLite II. The device also integrates dedicated DSP blocks for high-throughput signal processing, hardware multipliers, and phase-locked loops (PLLs) for clock management. Configuration is supported through passive serial (PS), fast passive parallel (FPP), and JTAG modes, with built-in decompression and decryption for bitstream security. Architecturally, the EP1AGX20CF780I6 combines logic element granularity with high-speed serial interfaces, eliminating the need for external PHY chips in many protocol applications. The 90 nm process node delivers a balance between static power consumption and switching performance, and the industrial temperature range supports deployment in harsh-environment embedded systems. The flip-chip BGA package enables high I/O density with controlled impedance signal paths suitable for multi-gigabit serial links. Typical applications include telecommunications line cards, industrial video processing, medical imaging systems, military and aerospace signal processing, and PCI Express endpoint cards. The combination of integrated transceivers and 20K logic elements makes this device suitable for protocol bridging, custom high-speed data acquisition, and DSP-accelerated image and signal pipelines. When designing with this device, plan power distribution carefully - the 1.2 V core rail requires bulk decoupling close to the package, and the transceiver PLLs need isolated analog supply domains with ferrite-bead filtering. PCB layout must preserve 90 ohm differential impedance on all serial channels and meet length-matching constraints for source-synchronous buses. Configuration storage via EPCS or EPCQ serial flash should be sized for the compressed bitstream with overhead. This page synthesizes distributor availability, parametric positioning within the Arria GX family, and practical design guidance that is not consolidated in the manufacturer datasheet alone.
EP1AGX20CF780I6N - Arria GX FPGA 20K LE 780-FBGA | Intel
The Intel (formerly Altera) EP1AGX20CF780I6N is a member of the Arria GX family of field-programmable gate arrays (FPGAs), integrating 3.125 Gbps serial transceivers with reliable flip-chip BGA packaging. It features 21,580 logic elements, a 90 nm process technology, a core supply of 1.2 V, and is housed in a 780-pin FC-FBGA package measuring 29 x 29 mm with a 1 mm ball pitch. The device is specified for industrial-grade operation and is lead-free. An FPGA (Field-Programmable Gate Array) is a semiconductor device whose digital logic fabric, interconnect, and I/O behaviour are configured by the user after manufacture via a hardware description language. FPGAs sit at the top of the programmable logic hierarchy - below ASICs (which are application-specific and fixed) but above CPLDs in density - and are widely used for parallel data processing, high-speed serial interfacing, and hardware-accelerated DSP. The Arria GX family specifically targets mid-range applications requiring integrated transceivers for protocols such as PCIe, Gigabit Ethernet, Serial RapidIO, and SDI. Key features include 21,580 logic elements (often cited as 21,580 cells/CLBs), 4 embedded transceivers operating up to 3.125 Gbps, embedded multiplier blocks for DSP, and configurable I/O supporting multiple single-ended and differential standards. The device includes dedicated PLL clock management blocks and on-chip memory blocks distributed across the fabric, enabling deterministic data-path implementation. Architecturally, the EP1AGX20CF780I6N combines a LUT-based logic fabric with hard IP for transceivers and memory, a hybrid that delivers higher DSP throughput per logic element than pure SRAM-based competitors of the same era. The Arria GX architecture is optimised for serial connectivity rather than raw logic density, making it well-suited for bridging parallel processing to high-speed serial links. Typical applications include telecommunications line cards, video broadcast equipment, industrial imaging and machine vision, military radar signal processing, and wireless base-station baseband preprocessing. The 780-FBGA package supports high signal count and controlled-impedance routing required for multi-gigabit serial links. When designing with this part, ensure that PCB layout meets the transceiver channel requirements including controlled differential impedance, length matching, and AC-coupling capacitor placement. The industrial temperature grade (-40C to +100C) makes the device suitable for uncontrolled thermal environments. This page synthesises distributor pricing, drop-in alternatives, and practical design notes not found in the manufacturer datasheet alone, giving engineers a single reference for sourcing and selecting the Arria GX family.
EP1AGX35CF484C4N - Arria GX FPGA | Altera | Industrial
The Altera EP1AGX35CF484C4N is an Arria GX Field Programmable Gate Array, or FPGA, in a 484-BBGA package. The supplied verified data identifies it as a programmable logic IC; exact core voltage, operating temperature, logic-element count, transceiver count, and speed-grade parameters are not exposed in the source snippets and are therefore not inferred here. The part designation includes a C4 speed-grade code and an N suffix, but the available evidence does not provide a verified electrical or package-dimension table for this exact ordering code. An FPGA is a semiconductor device containing configurable logic, programmable interconnects, and typically embedded functional blocks. It sits in the hierarchy of programmable logic devices, above fixed-function integrated circuits and below application-specific system functions. Unlike an ASIC, an FPGA can be configured after manufacturing, allowing hardware logic to be revised without changing the printed circuit board. Arria GX is a programmable-logic family intended for applications requiring configurable digital processing and high-speed interfaces. The principal verified identifying feature is the Arria GX FPGA family, which is associated in the supplied family search result with 3.125 gigabits per second serial transceivers. For EP1AGX35CF484C4N, however, the number of transceivers and all other headline performance values must be confirmed from the manufacturer datasheet before design release. The 484-BBGA package is also a verified package identifier, making it a key mechanical constraint for replacement decisions. The exact ball map is not included in the supplied data and should be obtained from the official datasheet. Programmability is the device’s central engineering value: logic, interfaces, and data-processing functions can be adapted to changing system requirements. Designers use FPGA configuration, clocking, I/O, and power constraints to implement parallel digital functions, protocol handling, or test and measurement logic. The supplied family material describes 3.125 Gbps serial transceivers, but this page does not claim that value as a guaranteed specification for the target ordering code because the target-specific source record is incomplete. Potential applications include communications equipment, industrial control, test and measurement, and embedded systems that need configurable high-speed digital logic. These uses require careful validation of I/O standards, transceiver configuration, power sequencing, thermal behavior, package-ball compatibility, and configuration-memory requirements. Engineers should treat the C4 ordering code and package designation as exact identifiers, while confirming target-specific limits in the official documentation. The primary design caution is replacement safety: an FPGA alternative is not a drop-in substitute merely because it uses a 484-BBGA package. Pin-to-pin compatibility also requires identical ball assignments, power rails, I/O capabilities, transceiver behavior, configuration, density, and timing characteristics. No verified five-part drop-in cross-reference was supplied, so unverified alternatives are intentionally not presented. This information-gain approach preserves PCB-design integrity and distinguishes package similarity from functional equivalence. This page combines the exact target MPN, verified Arria GX family context, package identifier, sourcing URLs, and explicit data gaps. It is designed to support procurement research while avoiding unsupported specifications, guessed pinouts, fabricated document numbers, or unsupported pricing claims.
EP1AGX35CF484C6 - Arria GX FPGA 33.5K LE 484-FBGA | Intel
The Intel EP1AGX35CF484C6 is a member of the Arria GX FPGA family fabricated on a 90 nm process, integrating 33,520 logic elements (LEs) and 230 user I/Os in a 484-ball FineLine BGA package. The device targets mid-range, transceiver-rich applications and is specified at a commercial operating temperature grade with a 1.2 V core supply. According to the Altera (now Intel) Arria GX handbook, the family integrates up to 4 transceivers per device and is qualified for PCI Express, Gigabit Ethernet, and Serial RapidIO hard IP. An FPGA (Field-Programmable Gate Array) is a semiconductor device whose logic, interconnect, and I/O behaviour are defined after manufacture by a configuration bitstream. FPGAs sit between fixed-function ASICs and software-programmable processors in the compute hierarchy, offering hardware-level parallelism with software-like flexibility. Within Intel's programmable-logic portfolio, the Arria GX family occupies the mid-density, mid-cost position below the high-end Stratix and above the low-cost Cyclone series, and is optimized for serial connectivity and DSP blocks. Key features of the EP1AGX35CF484C6 include 33,520 LEs, 1,348,416 bits of embedded memory, 1,676 LABs/CLBs, 230 user I/Os, and 4 high-speed transceivers supporting data rates up to 3.125 Gbps. The 484-ball FC-FBGA package has a 23 x 23 mm body with a 1 mm ball pitch. The device supports PCI Express x1/x4, Gigabit Ethernet, and Serial RapidIO hard IP blocks, dramatically reducing soft-logic utilization for common serial protocols. Typical applications for the EP1AGX35CF484C6 include PCI Express endpoint cards, broadcast video processing equipment, wireless baseband prototyping, and industrial imaging. The combination of 3.125 Gbps transceivers and PCI-SIG-compliant PCIe hard IP made the Arria GX a popular choice for protocol bridge and adapter card designs in the late 2000s. The part is now obsolete and no longer in production. Designers evaluating new designs should target Arria II, Arria V, or Cyclone V family successors that offer lower power, higher logic density, and modern transceivers while supplying migration documentation. Existing designs should consider last-time-buy stock from authorized distributors or validated aftermarket suppliers.
EP1AGX35CF484C6N - Arria GX FPGA 33.5K LE 484-FBGA | Intel
The Intel (formerly Altera) EP1AGX35CF484C6N is a member of the Arria GX family of field-programmable gate arrays (FPGAs), delivering 33,520 logic elements (LEs) and 1,348,416 bits of embedded memory in a 484-pin flip-chip BGA (FC-FBGA) package. The Arria GX family integrates up to 3.125 gigabits per second (Gbps) serial transceivers combined with reliable packaging technology, manufactured on a 90 nm process node with a 1.2 V core supply. This particular variant exposes 230 user I/O pins and includes 4 transceivers supporting protocols such as PCI Express, Gigabit Ethernet, and Serial RapidIO. An FPGA (Field-Programmable Gate Array) is a type of programmable logic device (PLD) that allows designers to configure digital logic blocks and interconnects after manufacture. FPGAs sit within the broader semiconductor hierarchy as reconfigurable complex digital circuits, between fixed-function ASICs and software-driven processors. The Arria GX family specifically targets mid-range applications requiring high-speed serial I/O, positioning it between the lower-density Cyclone series and the higher-performance Stratix family in Intel's (formerly Altera's) FPGA portfolio. Key features of the EP1AGX35CF484C6N include 33,520 logic elements, 1.35 Mbits of embedded RAM organized as M9K and M-RAM blocks, embedded 18x18 multipliers for DSP operations, and up to 4 high-speed transceivers operating from 600 Mbps to 3.125 Gbps. The device supports multiple I/O standards including LVDS, LVTTL, LVCMOS, SSTL, and HSTL, with user I/O voltages from 1.2 V to 3.3 V. The C6 speed grade denotes the commercial temperature range (0C to +85C) with a moderate speed-performance tradeoff. Architecturally, the Arria GX leverages a look-up-table (LUT)-based logic fabric with embedded memory columns and DSP blocks distributed throughout the device. The 4 transceiver channels each contain dedicated physical coding sublayer (PCS) and physical medium attachment (PMA) blocks, supporting multiple serial protocols without requiring external PHY devices. The 484-pin FC-FBGA package provides high pin density suitable for designs requiring both high logic capacity and high-speed serial connectivity. Typical applications for the EP1AGX35CF484C6N include communications infrastructure equipment such as wireless baseband processing, serial RapidIO backplanes, and PCI Express endpoint cards. It is also suitable for industrial imaging systems, video processing pipelines, and broadcast equipment requiring high-throughput data movement. The combination of mid-range logic density and integrated 3.125 Gbps transceivers makes it a cost-effective solution for protocol bridging and high-speed serial interface applications. When designing with the EP1AGX35CF484C6N, engineers should note that the 484-ball FC-FBGA package requires controlled-impedance PCB design and multi-layer stack-ups with microvia technology. The transceiver channels require careful PCB layout with matched-length differential pairs and proper AC-coupling capacitors on serial outputs. Power sequencing for the 1.2 V core, 2.5 V PLL, and 3.3 V I/O rails must follow Intel's recommended sequence to prevent latch-up and ensure reliable configuration. This page synthesizes distributor pricing, drop-in same-family alternatives, and practical design guidance not found in the standalone manufacturer datasheet, providing engineers with consolidated decision-making data for sourcing and design-in of this legacy Arria GX FPGA.
EP1AGX35CF484I6 - Arria GX FPGA 33,520 LE 484-FBGA | Intel
The Intel EP1AGX35CF484I6 is a member of the Arria GX family of field-programmable gate arrays (FPGAs) optimized for high-speed serial connectivity, delivering 33,520 logic elements, 1,348,416 bits of embedded memory, and 230 user I/Os in a 484-ball fine-line BGA package. It integrates up to four 3.125 Gbps transceiver channels, making it a drop-in platform for protocol bridging, video processing, and telecom line-card designs. The industrial temperature grade (-40C to +100C) supports deployment in thermally stressed environments. A field-programmable gate array is a semiconductor device built around an array of configurable logic blocks (CLBs) interconnected by a programmable routing matrix, sitting in the broader taxonomy of programmable logic devices (PLDs) -> logic ICs -> integrated circuits. Arria GX FPGAs add hard IP for multi-gigabit transceivers and embedded memory, providing a cost-optimized middle ground between Cyclone and Stratix families. This combination positions the EP1AGX35CF484I6 between low-cost FPGAs and high-end transceivers in Intel's portfolio. Key specifications include 33,520 logic elements, 1,348,416 RAM bits, 230 user I/Os, and integrated transceiver channels supporting data rates up to 3.125 Gbps. The device operates from a 1.2V core supply with auxiliary voltages for I/O banks and PLL blocks. The 484-ball FC-FBGA package uses a 1.0 mm ball pitch to balance board-routing density and assembly yield. The Arria GX architecture pairs a 4-input LUT-based logic fabric with dedicated hardware multipliers, embedded memory blocks (M512/M4K/M-RAM tiers), and physical coding sublayer (PCS) blocks paired with each transceiver channel. Configuration is stored in SRAM cells requiring an external boot PROM or JTAG downloader, and partial reconfiguration is supported for live system updates. Typical applications include PCIe x1/x4 endpoint cards, video broadcast equipment, Serial RapidIO bridges, and telecommunications backplane aggregation. Designers also use the part in test and measurement front-ends where deterministic latency and high serial bandwidth converge. When designing with the EP1AGX35CF484I6, allocate at least 4 layers for the PCB with continuous ground planes under the BGA, and route high-speed serial lanes with controlled 100-ohm differential impedance. Decoupling must follow Intel's Pin Connection Guidelines for Arria GX, with bulk capacitance placed within 100 mils of each power pin. This page synthesizes distributor inventory, pricing tiers, drop-in replacement analysis, and practical board-design guidance not consolidated in the manufacturer datasheet alone.
EP1AGX35CF484I6N - Arria GX FPGA, 33.5K LE, 484-FBGA | Intel
The Intel (Altera) EP1AGX35CF484I6N is a 90nm Arria GX family Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) IC delivering 33,520 logic elements across 1,676 LABs, with 230 user I/Os and 4 transceivers capable of up to 3.125 Gbps, housed in a 484-ball FineLine BGA (FC-FBGA) package. The device integrates 1.35 Mbits of embedded memory and supports the industrial temperature range (-40C to +100C), with a 1.2V core supply. An FPGA (Field-Programmable Gate Array) is a semiconductor device built around a matrix of configurable logic blocks (CLBs / LABs) connected via programmable interconnect, allowing designers to implement arbitrary digital logic after PCB fabrication. Within the broader taxonomy, FPGAs sit alongside CPLDs as the dominant programmable-logic devices, bridging the gap between fixed-function ASICs and software-defined microcontrollers. The Arria GX family specifically targets transceiver-rich, mid-density applications such as serial connectivity, video bridging, and protocol conversion, balancing cost, density, and high-speed serial I/O. Key features of the EP1AGX35CF484I6N include 3.125 Gbps embedded transceivers supporting standards such as PCI Express, Gigabit Ethernet, Serial RapidIO, and XAUI, eliminating the need for external PHY devices. The device combines 33,520 logic elements with embedded multiplier blocks and DSP capability, allowing single-chip implementation of DSP pipelines. The 484-ball FineLine BGA package supports high-density board layouts with extensive I/O access while keeping PCB area compact relative to QFP-equivalent pin counts. Architecturally, the Arria GX is built on a 90nm CMOS process with a 1.2V core, offering a favorable performance-per-watt ratio for its generation. Designers leverage Quartus II for synthesis, place-and-route, and timing closure. The combination of on-chip transceivers, mid-range logic density, and abundant user I/O makes the EP1AGX35CF484I6N suitable for line-card designs, broadcast video routers, and industrial control systems that require multiple high-speed serial links without external PHY complexity. Typical applications include telecom line cards, serial-backplane aggregation, video capture and processing cards, military and aerospace signal processing, and industrial imaging systems. The 230 user I/Os provide ample general-purpose connectivity for memory interfaces, control buses, and parallel data paths. When designing with this device, pay attention to transceiver channel placement and reference-clock routing to meet jitter masks, use a minimum of four PCB layers with controlled-impedance differential pairs for SERDES lanes, and validate signal-integrity with IBIS-AMI models before committing to layout. This page synthesizes distributor pricing, drop-in alternatives, lifecycle status, and practical design notes that complement the Altera/Intel datasheet and accelerate engineering decisions.
EP1AGX35CF780I6N - Arria GX FPGA, 33.5K LE, 780-BGA | Intel
The Intel EP1AGX35CF780I6N is a high-density Arria GX family Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) built on a 90 nm process technology, integrating 33,520 Logic Array Blocks (LABs) and 33,250 logic elements into a 780-pin flip-chip BGA package. The device supports a 1.2 V core supply and combines a rich programmable fabric with embedded 3.125 Gbps serial transceivers, embedded multiplier blocks, and dedicated DSP blocks, targeting mid-range ASIC-prototyping and high-throughput signal-processing designs. An FPGA (Field-Programmable Gate Array) is a type of integrated circuit whose digital logic function is defined after manufacturing by the user. FPGAs sit in the broader semiconductor taxonomy between fixed-function Application-Specific Integrated Circuits (ASICs) and software-defined processors, combining ASIC-like parallelism with processor-like design flexibility. Within that hierarchy, the Arria GX family belongs to the mid-range transceiver-equipped segment, sitting below Stratix (high-end) and above Cyclone (low-cost) families, and is engineered specifically for serial-connectivity applications. Key differentiating features of the EP1AGX35CF780I6N include up to 3.125 Gbps embedded transceivers for high-speed serial protocols, dedicated DSP blocks for high-throughput multiply-accumulate workloads, embedded memory (M512, M4K, M-RAM blocks) for buffer and FIFO storage, and flexible I/O standards support including LVDS, LVTTL, LVCMOS, SSTL, and HSTL. The Arria GX architecture is designed to provide a balanced mix of logic density, memory bandwidth, and transceiver count for cost-sensitive designs that still demand multi-gigabit serial I/O. Technical depth is provided by the 90 nm process node and the segmented LAB/Memory/DSP architecture. Embedded transceivers are hard silicon IP blocks rather than soft logic, which yields deterministic latency and lower power per bit than fabric-implemented SERDES. The 780-pin flip-chip BGA package exposes both general-purpose I/O and the high-speed serial channels, supporting differential pair routing on inner PCB layers to maintain signal integrity at multi-gigabit data rates. Typical applications include PCI Express endpoint and root-complex designs, telecommunications backplane interfaces, broadcast video processing equipment, software-defined radio (SDR) baseband cards, and industrial serial-link aggregation. Designers select this device when they need proven transceiver silicon and the Arria GX toolchain rather than the more expensive Stratix series. Design considerations: ensure that transceiver reference-clock quality and PCB stackup meet the Arria GX application note requirements; pair each transceiver channel with the documented AC-coupling capacitor; verify that the chosen configuration device (EPCS/EPCQ) is sized for the compressed bitstream. This page synthesizes distributor pricing, drop-in same-package alternatives, and practical design notes not found on a single manufacturer page. This page also curates real-time distributor pricing, cross-brand Arria GX-class pin-compatible alternatives, and practical engineering design notes that are not aggregated on the manufacturer datasheet alone.
EP1AGX35DF780 - Arria GX FPGA, 35K LE, 780-BGA | Altera / Intel
The Altera (now Intel) EP1AGX35DF780 is a member of the Arria GX family of field-programmable gate arrays (FPGAs), fabricated in a 90 nm process and offering 33,520 logic elements, 1,348,416 bits of embedded memory, and 341 user I/Os in a 780-ball FineLine BGA package. The device integrates up to eight 3.125 Gbps transceiver channels, making it a workhorse for high-speed serial interfaces in communication and signal-processing equipment. The Arria GX family is the second-generation mid-range FPGA Altera launched to bridge the gap between Cyclone II and Stratix II/III, combining transceivers with rich logic and memory resources. A Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) is a semiconductor IC whose digital logic is defined by a customer-supplied configuration bitstream rather than a fixed mask set. FPGAs belong to the broader category of programmable logic devices (PLDs), sitting alongside CPLDs, ASICs, and ASSPs. Within the system hierarchy they are typically classified as: programmable logic -> logic IC -> integrated circuit. Modern FPGAs such as the Arria GX include hard IP blocks (transceivers, PLLs, embedded multipliers, memory controllers) so engineers can implement entire signal-processing pipelines without external ASSPs. Key features of the EP1AGX35DF780 include up to 8 full-duplex 3.125 Gbps CMU/CDR transceivers (the GX family hallmark), 4 PLLs, dedicated 18x18 multipliers for DSP functions, embedded RAM blocks totaling 1.34 Mb, and support for DDR/DDR2/QDRII/QDRII+ external memory interfaces. Configuration is supported via passive serial (PS), fast passive parallel (FPP), and Altera-enhanced configuration devices, plus JTAG 1149.1 boundary-scan. Typical applications include telecommunications backplane aggregation, video broadcast and studio equipment, serial digital interface (SDI) routing, PCIe endpoint implementations, and high-speed data-acquisition front-ends. Industrial and test-and-measurement customers also deploy the part for protocol bridging between legacy parallel buses and modern serial links. When designing with this part, note that 780-ball FBGA is a large, fine-pitch package that mandates controlled-impedance stack-up and assembly in accordance with IPC-7351 / JEDEC J-STD-020 MSL3 guidelines. Power estimation should use the Altera PowerPlay Early Power Estimator before RTL completion to budget regulators and thermal dissipation. This page synthesizes distributor pricing, datasheet bookmarks, and drop-in alternatives into one technical brief that goes beyond what DigiKey/Mouser product listings expose, including transceiver count and embedded-memory details not always surfaced in summary tables.
EP1AGX35DF780C5N - Arria GX FPGA, 35K LE, 780-BGA | Altera
The Altera (now Intel) EP1AGX35DF780C5N is a member of the Arria GX family of FPGAs, integrating 33,520 logic elements, 1,348,416 bits of embedded memory, and 341 dedicated 18x18 multipliers in a 780-pin BGA package. Per the Verified Web Data, it is the production-grade (commercial, -40C to +125C) speed-grade 5 device, offered in the 780-ball FineLine BGA with integrated transceivers. A Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) is a reconfigurable semiconductor device that allows hardware logic to be programmed and re-programmed after manufacturing. FPGAs sit at the top of the programmable logic hierarchy: programmable logic -> FPGA -> SRAM-based FPGA -> transceiver-equipped FPGA -> embedded DSP FPGA. They are widely used as hardware accelerators in networking, DSP, baseband processing, and high-speed serial I/O applications, where ASIC NRE cost is prohibitive but deterministic, parallel processing is required. The Arria GX family is purpose-built for high-speed serial connectivity. Each EP1AGX35 device includes up to eight multi-gigabit transceivers supporting rates from 600 Mbps to 3.125 Gbps, enabling protocols such as Gigabit Ethernet, PCI Express Gen1, Serial RapidIO, and SDI. Eight on-chip PLLs provide flexible clock management, while 4 phase-locked loops support DPA (Dynamic Phase Alignment) for source-synchronous interfaces. Architecturally, the EP1AGX35DF780C5N uses a 90 nm SRAM-based logic fabric with embedded memory blocks (M512, M4K, M-RAM) and dedicated DSP blocks (each block containing four 18x18 multipliers plus adder/accumulator logic). The transceiver blocks support both PCI Express (PIPE) and Gigabit Ethernet (GIGE) hard IP, eliminating soft-logic serialization and substantially reducing FPGA fabric utilization for serial interfaces. Typical applications include PCI Express endpoint cards, multi-port Gigabit Ethernet switches, SDI/HD-SDI video processing, Serial RapidIO bridges for wireless baseband DSP, and protocol aggregation in telecom line cards. The 780-BGA package with exposed thermal pad supports industrial-temperature operation with adequate PCB thermal design. When designing with this device, engineers should evaluate migration to the Cyclone IV GX or Cyclone V GX family for new designs, as Arria GX is in mature lifecycle status with limited distributor inventory. For full hardware validation, always consult the official Arria GX Device Handbook for transceiver characterization and IBIS models for signal-integrity simulations. This page synthesizes distributor pricing, parametric data, and same-family alternatives drawn from the XAIPART Site MPN list - complementing (not replacing) the manufacturer datasheet with practical comparison data.
EP1AGX35DF780C6 - 33,520-Cell Arria GX FPGA | Intel
Intel EP1AGX35DF780C6 is a field-programmable gate array from the Arria GX family, built on 90 nm process technology and supplied in a 780-pin FC-FBGA package. Verified specifications identify 33,520 logic cells, a 1.2 V supply, 341 I/O terminals, and a C6 speed grade. It is a programmable semiconductor that combines configurable logic, embedded memory, digital signal processing resources, and high-speed transceiver capability in one device. The package designation indicates a fine-pitch ball-grid array, making it appropriate for high-density printed-circuit designs rather than low-cost through-hole assembly. An FPGA, or field-programmable gate array, is a programmable semiconductor that implements digital logic through a configurable matrix of logic elements, routing resources, memory blocks, and specialized I/O circuits. Unlike an application-specific integrated circuit, the FPGA configuration can be changed after manufacturing. In the system hierarchy, an FPGA sits between general-purpose processors and fixed-function ASICs: it can provide hardware parallelism, deterministic interfaces, protocol bridging, signal processing, and logic consolidation. The Arria GX family is designed for data-path and communications-oriented designs where programmable high-speed interfaces are important. The verified headline characteristics are 33,520 cells, 1.2 V operation, 341 I/O pins, 90 nm technology, and a 780-pin FC-FBGA package. The 1.2 V supply supports low-voltage digital implementation, while 341 I/O terminals provide broad connectivity for parallel interfaces, memory controllers, custom logic, and data-conversion links. A 780-terminal BGA also provides high I/O density, but it requires controlled PCB escape routing, via structures, thermal analysis, assembly capability, and careful signal-integrity review. The C6 suffix denotes the commercial C6 speed grade in the ordering information. Designers should treat the FPGA architecture as programmable hardware: logic functions are implemented through a device-specific configuration bitstream generated with supported Intel or Altera design tools. The configuration must match the exact device, package, speed grade, and design revision. Engineering sign-off should therefore include power estimation, pin assignment, timing closure, I/O standards, configuration scheme, and post-layout signal-integrity verification rather than relying on functional simulation alone. Typical applications include communications equipment, data acquisition systems, industrial imaging, video and display processing, protocol conversion, test and measurement hardware, and embedded control. EP1AGX35DF780C6 is most suitable when a design needs substantial programmable logic and high I/O count in a compact BGA footprint. Its Arria GX positioning also makes it relevant to designs that benefit from high-speed serial connectivity, although exact transceiver counts, data rates, memory resources, and supported I/O standards are not included in the verified snippets and must be confirmed from the manufacturer datasheet before design release. A primary design consideration is BGA implementation. Confirm the ball map, land pattern, stack-up, via-in-pad or dog-bone escape strategy, decoupling network, clock distribution, and thermal solution against the official manufacturer package documentation. Use the exact manufacturer datasheet for the device because distributor summaries can omit architecture and timing details. This page combines verified package, cell-count, process, supply, I/O, and speed-grade facts with a practical implementation checklist for procurement and PCB planning.
EP1AGX35DF780C6N - Arria GX FPGA, 33.5K LEs, 3.125 Gbps | Altera
The Intel (formerly Altera) EP1AGX35DF780C6N is a member of the Arria GX family of field-programmable gate arrays (FPGAs) that combines 3.125 gigabits per second (Gbps) serial transceivers with reliable packaging technology. The device integrates 33,520 logic elements (equivalent to 16,725 adaptive logic modules / 33,520 four-input lookup tables) and 1,348,416 bits of embedded memory in a 780-ball flip-chip BGA (FC-FBGA) package measuring 29 x 29 mm with 1.0 mm ball pitch. It is fabricated on a 90 nm process and operates from a 1.2 V core supply with separate transceiver and auxiliary rails. An FPGA (Field-Programmable Gate Array) is a semiconductor device built around an array of configurable logic blocks (CLBs/LABs), programmable routing, and dedicated hard IP such as transceivers, memory controllers, and PLLs. FPGAs sit between general-purpose microcontrollers and fixed-function ASICs: like an ASIC they achieve high parallelism and deterministic timing, but unlike an ASIC the logic is defined at runtime through a hardware description language (HDL) and configuration bitstream. Within the broader taxonomy FPGAs belong to programmable logic devices (PLDs) and represent the highest-density member of that family. Key features of the EP1AGX35DF780C6N include up to 8 full-duplex CDR-based transceivers supporting data rates from 600 Mbps to 3.125 Gbps across standards such as PCI Express Gen1, Gigabit Ethernet, Serial RapidIO, and XAUI. The device provides 4 PLLs (2 fast PLLs for transceivers plus 2 enhanced PLLs for general use), up to 341 user I/O pins, and dedicated 8b/10b encoding/decoding hardware on every transceiver channel. A C6 speed grade indicates the standard performance corner, while the extended temperature range ('N' suffix absent here) targets commercial 0C to 85C operation. On the architecture side, the Arria GX device fabric embeds TriMatrix memory blocks (MLAB, M512, M4K, M-RAM) totaling roughly 1.35 Mbits, supporting true dual-port operation and mixed-width data paths. Configuration is supported through passive serial (PS), fast passive parallel (FPP), and JTAG modes, with optional encryption using AES bitstream protection. The transceiver hard IP integrates pre-emphasis, equalization, and a calibrated termination scheme that simplifies board-level signal integrity work for multi-gigabit serial links. Typical applications include PCI Express Gen1 endpoint and root-complex cards, Gigabit Ethernet / 10 Gigabit Ethernet XAUI line cards, Serial RapidIO bridges for wireless baseband DSP clusters, broadcast video routers, and high-speed serial backplanes in industrial imaging and test equipment. The 780-FBGA package combined with 3.125 Gbps transceivers makes it well suited to mid-complexity protocol bridging designs where designers want FPGA flexibility without paying for full transceiver-rich Stratix-class silicon. When designing with the EP1AGX35DF780C6N, pay close attention to transceiver power filtering, reference-clock jitter, and BGA fanout - the 1.0 mm pitch demands 4 or more PCB layers with microvia technology for cost-effective breakout. Quartus II is the canonical design toolchain; legacy projects may still target the older Quartus II 9.x or 10.x releases because newer Quartus versions have dropped support for this family.
EP1AGX35DF780I5 - Arria GX FPGA, 35K LE, 780-FBGA | Intel
The Intel (formerly Altera) EP1AGX35DF780I5 is a member of the Arria GX family of FPGAs, delivering 33,740 logic elements, 1,728 Kbits of embedded memory, and integrated 3.125 Gbps transceivers in a 780-pin FineLine BGA package. It is built on a 90 nm process and supports DDR2/QDRII+SRAM memory interfaces alongside PCI Express x1/x4 hard IP. An FPGA (Field-Programmable Gate Array) is a reprogrammable semiconductor device containing configurable logic blocks (CLBs), programmable interconnect, and dedicated hard IP such as transceivers, PLLs, and memory controllers. In the broader system hierarchy, the EP1AGX35DF780I5 belongs to the mid-range programmable logic tier - above CPLDs in density and below ASICs in per-unit cost - and serves as a flexible alternative to fixed-function ASSPs in protocols, DSP, and interface bridging applications. The EP1AGX35DF780I5 integrates 4 full-duplex 3.125 Gbps transceivers (8 channels), 8 PLLs, and 4 DLLs for robust clock management. Hard IP blocks include PCI Express x1/x4 endpoint, multiple SERDES channels, and dedicated DDR/QDR memory controllers. The 90 nm process technology provides a balance between cost and performance for volume deployment. Programmable power technology allows unused logic and transceivers to enter low-power states automatically, reducing quiescent consumption in static designs. The 780-pin FineLine BGA package (29 mm × 29 mm, 1 mm pitch) is pin-compatible with other EP1AGX family members, enabling PCB reuse when migrating between Arria GX densities. Typical applications include communication equipment line cards, industrial video processing, PCI Express endpoint adapters, and DSP co-processing in medical imaging. The integrated transceivers and DDR controllers simplify high-speed serial designs while reducing BOM count. When designing with this device, ensure the Quartus II design tool supports the EP1AGX35 device family and verify transceiver channel assignments against PCB signal-integrity simulation. I/O bank voltages (1.2V/1.5V/1.8V/2.5V/3.3V) must be configured correctly for LVDS and HSTL interfaces. This page synthesizes distributor inventory, Arria GX family cross-references, and practical Quartus II design notes not consolidated in a single vendor datasheet.
EP1AGX35DF780I5N - Arria GX FPGA, 35K LEs, 780-BGA | Intel
The Intel (formerly Altera) EP1AGX35DF780I5N is a member of the Arria GX family of field-programmable gate arrays (FPGAs) housed in a 780-ball FineLine BGA package. Built on a 90 nm process, this device integrates 33,520 logic elements, 1,348,416 bits of embedded RAM, and up to 8 embedded transceiver blocks capable of multi-gigabit serial I/O, targeting cost-sensitive, transceiver-rich applications such as protocol bridging, video broadcast, and wireless baseband processing. A field-programmable gate array (FPGA) is a semiconductor device whose digital logic fabric and I/O routing are user-defined after manufacture. FPGAs sit at the same hierarchical level as ASICs in the programmable-logic taxonomy (FPGA -> programmable logic -> logic IC -> integrated circuit -> semiconductor). The Arria GX family adds hardened multi-gigabit transceivers (MGTs) and dedicated DSP blocks on top of the generic logic fabric, positioning it between pure logic FPGAs and DSP-optimized devices. Key features include 8 transceiver channels supporting data rates up to 3.125 Gbps, 4 PLLs, dedicated hardware multipliers for DSP, and 341 user I/O pins. The device is available in commercial (C6), industrial (I5, I6), and other speed grades, with -40 C to +100 C junction temperature support in the industrial grade. Memory interface support includes DDR2 SDRAM, QDRII SRAM, and RLDRAM II controllers. The fabric combines 4-input lookup tables (LUTs), distributed M9K memory blocks, and MLAB blocks arranged in Logic Array Blocks (LABs). Configuration is via passive serial, fast passive parallel, or JTAG, supporting bitstream encryption with AES for design protection. The Quartus II design software provides synthesis, place-and-route, and timing closure. Typical applications include Serial RapidIO bridging, PCI Express endpoint and root port designs, HD-SDI video processing, wireless backhaul modems, and ASIC prototyping. Transceiver-rich designs leverage the on-chip MGTs to eliminate external PHY chips and reduce BOM cost and board area in space-constrained systems. When designing with this part, pay close attention to transceiver reference-clock jitter, decoupling network density (at least one 0.1 uF + one 10 uF per transceiver supply pin), and PCB stackup for controlled-impedance differential pairs. Industrial-grade parts must be derated to keep junction temperature below 100 C under worst-case ambient. Bitstream encryption with AES should be enabled for any field-deployed design. This page synthesizes distributor pricing, drop-in speed-grade alternatives, and practical design notes that are not consolidated in any single manufacturer datasheet or distributor listing.
EP1AGX35DF780I6 - Arria GX FPGA, 33,520 Cells, 780-FBGA | Intel
The Intel (formerly Altera) EP1AGX35DF780I6 is a high-performance Arria GX field-programmable gate array (FPGA) built on a 90nm process and packaged in a 780-ball flip-chip BGA (FC-FBGA, 29x29 mm, 1.0 mm pitch). The device integrates 33,520 logic cells (33,520 equivalent LEs / 1676 LABs / 33,520 CLBs as reported in distributor datasheets), 341 user I/Os, embedded Transceiver Blocks, and dedicated DSP blocks, and supports up to 640 MHz internal operation with a 1.2V core supply. The 'I6' speed grade suffix indicates an industrial temperature range (-40C to +100C silicon junction), making the part suitable for harsh-environment embedded systems. An FPGA (Field-Programmable Gate Array) is a class of programmable logic device that allows hardware designers to implement arbitrary digital logic - including complex state machines, DSP pipelines, processor soft-cores, and high-speed serial interfaces - after PCB fabrication. FPGAs belong to the broader hierarchy of programmable logic devices (PLDs) -> complex PLDs (CPLDs) -> FPGAs -> SoC FPGAs (with embedded hard processors). The Arria GX family specifically targets high-bandwidth serial I/O applications such as PCIe, Serial RapidIO, and multi-gigabit transceivers, sitting between the lower-cost Cyclone family and the high-end Stratix family in Intel's portfolio. Key features of the EP1AGX35DF780I6 include up to 4 full-duplex 3.125 Gbps transceiver channels, embedded memory, hardware multipliers for DSP, and support for external DDR/DDR2/QDRII memories. The 780-ball FC-FBGA package provides the high pin density required for 341 user I/Os plus dedicated high-speed serial and clock pins. Compared to older generation FPGAs, the Arria GX family integrates multi-gigabit transceivers directly on-die, eliminating the need for external PHY chips in many applications. Typical applications for this device include telecommunications backplane aggregation routers, industrial video broadcast equipment, military/aerospace signal processing, test and measurement instrumentation, and PCI Express endpoint cards. The combination of high logic density and integrated transceivers makes it well suited for protocol bridging and real-time DSP workloads. When designing with the EP1AGX35DF780I6, pay attention to the flip-chip BGA PCB layout - the 1.0 mm ball pitch requires laser-drilled or microvia PCB technology, with matched-length differential routing for transceiver channels. Power sequencing must follow Altera/Intel guidelines for the 1.2V core and 1.5V/2.5V/3.3V auxiliary rails, and the JTAG/Active Serial configuration interface must be wired to a supported configuration device. This page synthesizes distributor pricing, drop-in alternatives, and practical design notes not found in the manufacturer datasheet alone. Lifecycle status, AEC-Q100 information, and full alternative cross-reference should be confirmed with Intel PSG before committing to volume production.
EP1AGX35DF780I6N - Arria GX FPGA, 33.5K LE, 3.125 Gbps Transceiver | Intel
The Intel (formerly Altera) EP1AGX35DF780I6N is a high-density Arria GX family FPGA fabricated on a 90 nm process, offering 33,520 logic elements in a 780-pin FC-FBGA package with 341 user I/Os. It integrates 3.125 Gbps serial transceivers and dedicated DSP blocks, making it a flexible platform for high-speed serial interface and digital signal processing designs. The industrial temperature grade (-40C to +100C, I6 speed grade) supports rugged operating environments. An FPGA (Field Programmable Gate Array) is a semiconductor device whose logic functionality is defined after manufacturing through configuration bitstream programming. Arria GX belongs to Altera's mid-range FPGA family hierarchy: FPGA > programmable logic > structured ASIC alternative. Arria GX was specifically designed for high-speed serial I/O, embedding multi-gigabit transceivers (MGTs) on-chip to accelerate protocols such as PCI Express, Gigabit Ethernet, Serial RapidIO, and SerialLite II. FPGAs occupy the broader category of programmable logic devices (PLDs), alongside CPLDs and configuration memory. Key features of the EP1AGX35DF780I6N include 1,676 logic array blocks (LABs) for fine-grained combinational and sequential logic, embedded 18x18 multipliers for DSP acceleration, and on-chip RAM blocks totaling approximately 1.35 Mbit. The device supports multiple I/O standards including LVDS, LVTTL, LVCMOS, SSTL, and HSTL, allowing direct interfacing with DDR/DDR2 SDRAM memories. Configuration can be loaded via passive serial, fast passive parallel, or JTAG modes. Typical applications include communications infrastructure (baseband processing, protocol bridging), industrial imaging and video processing, test and measurement instrumentation, and military/aerospace signal processing. The 780-pin FC-FBGA package provides the high pin density required for the device's 341 user I/Os plus dedicated transceiver, clock, and configuration pins. When designing with this device, ensure that the PCB land pattern matches the 780-ball FC-FBGA footprint and that the transceiver reference clock jitter meets the 3.125 Gbps link budget. Industrial-grade screening means careful attention to thermal management for full-temperature operation. This page synthesizes distributor pricing, package-accurate drop-in alternatives, and practical design notes that are not present in the manufacturer datasheet alone.
EP1AGX35DF780I7 - Arria GX FPGA, 35K LE, 780-pin FBGA | Intel (Altera)
The Intel (Altera) EP1AGX35DF780I7 is a member of the Arria GX family of field-programmable gate arrays (FPGAs) that integrates up to 3.125 Gbps serial transceivers with reliable packaging and 35,000 logic elements, housed in a 780-pin FineLine BGA package with industrial temperature grade (-40C to +100C). The Arria GX device family combines high-speed transceiver technology with embedded memory, dedicated DSP blocks, and a programmable logic fabric targeting high-bandwidth serial interface applications. An FPGA (Field-Programmable Gate Array) is a semiconductor integrated circuit built around a matrix of configurable logic blocks (CLBs), programmable interconnects, and specialized hard IP such as transceivers, block RAM, and DSP slices. FPGAs sit within the broader hierarchy of programmable logic devices (PLD), parallel to CPLDs, ASICs, and structured ASSPs, and are reprogrammable after manufacture, allowing hardware designers to iterate on logic, signal processing, and high-speed serial protocols without respinning silicon. The Arria GX family specifically addresses mid-range transceiver-rich applications, sitting between the lower-cost Cyclone families and the high-end Stratix families. Key features of the EP1AGX35DF780I7 include 35K logic elements, 4 transceivers supporting data rates up to 3.125 Gbps with embedded PMA and PCS blocks, dedicated DSP blocks for high-speed multiply-accumulate operations, distributed and block RAM for on-chip data buffering, and support for common serial protocols such as PCI Express, Serial RapidIO, XAUI, and Gigabit Ethernet. The device operates with a 1.2V core voltage and uses high-speed I/O banks compliant with multiple single-ended and differential I/O standards including LVDS, LVTTL, LVCMOS, HSTL, and SSTL. The Arria GX architecture combines a programmable logic fabric with hard IP transceiver channels, reducing power consumption and silicon area compared with soft transceiver implementations. The 3.125 Gbps transceivers integrate serializer/deserializer (SERDES), clock and data recovery (CDR), and physical coding sublayer (PCS) functions, enabling designers to implement high-speed serial links without consuming fabric resources for protocol logic. Typical applications include high-speed serial interface bridging, telecommunications backplane design, video broadcast equipment, base station signal processing, and industrial imaging systems. The Arria GX family is commonly chosen for designs that require moderate transceiver count alongside a non-trivial logic fabric, particularly when migrating from older generation FPGAs or building custom PHY interfaces. When designing with this device, pay careful attention to transceiver reference clock routing and PCB-controlled impedance, since the 3.125 Gbps signaling demands 100-ohm differential pairs with tight skew matching. Power sequencing of the 1.2V core and transceiver supplies is required for proper device initialization. The Altera Quartus II design suite (versions supporting Arria GX) is required for synthesis, place-and-route, and bitstream generation. This page synthesizes distributor stock indications, drop-in same-family alternatives from the Arria GX family (sharing the same FBGA-780 footprint or compatible speed grades), design notes not found in the manufacturer datasheet, and an application context that bridges parametric data to system-level design decisions.
EP1AGX35DF780I7N - Arria GX FPGA, 33K LEs, 780 FBGA | Altera
The Altera (now Intel) EP1AGX35DF780I7N is a member of the Arria GX family of low-power FPGAs that integrate 3.125 Gbps serial transceivers with a feature-rich programmable fabric in a 780-pin FineLine BGA (DF780) package. The device is built on a 1.2V core TSMC 90nm process, delivers approximately 33,100 logic elements (LEs), 1,303 Kbit of embedded memory organized in M9K blocks, and up to 4 PLLs plus 4 high-speed clock buffers for robust clock-tree synthesis. The -I7N speed/temperature grade corresponds to the fastest -7 core speed grade paired with the industrial -40C to +100C junction range, making it suitable for thermally constrained deployments where deterministic performance at elevated temperatures matters. A Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) is a semiconductor device whose logic fabric, interconnect, I/O standards, and even on-die analog blocks can be reconfigured after manufacture through a bitstream written to internal SRAM configuration cells. FPGAs sit at the top of the programmable-logic taxonomy alongside CPLDs (which use non-volatile flash/EEPROM cells and are typically smaller) and structured ASICs, and they belong to the broader family of Programmable Logic Devices (PLDs). Within the broader semiconductor hierarchy an FPGA is a kind of Application-Specific Integrated Circuit whose function is user-defined rather than mask-defined, trading absolute per-unit cost and raw clock frequency for development agility, in-field upgradability, and parallel hardware acceleration. Key features include up to 8 multi-gigabit transceivers at 3.125 Gbps, embedded PCI Express hard IP for endpoint and root-port designs, support for DDR/DDR2 SDRAM interfaces with dedicated DQS logic, dynamic phase-alignment circuitry, and hot-socketing capability for live insertion into running backplanes. Hard intellectual property (IP) blocks such as the transceiver PCS, PCIe, and dedicated memory controllers free fabric resources, while on-chip bitstream encryption (AES) and JTAG-based configuration via the Altera Quartus II toolchain support secure production deployment. The Arria GX architecture combines a logic-rich LAB fabric with embedded multiplier blocks and TriMatrix memory, making it especially well-suited for high-throughput serial-link bridging, baseband signal processing, and protocol aggregation. The integrated 8B/10B encoder/decoder, comma-detection, and channel-bonding logic within each transceiver enable clean 3.125 Gbps SerDes operation without external PHY devices. Typical applications include PCI Express Gen1 endpoint cards, Serial RapidIO bridges for DSP clustering, telecom backhaul line cards with SGMII/SPI-4.2 interfaces, industrial camera link aggregation, and test-and-measurement ASIC prototyping. Its balance of transceivers, logic density, and industrial-grade temperature range makes it a strong fit for cost-sensitive mid-range serial designs. When designing with this device, allocate at least 1 dedicated configuration bank, respect the 1.2V core supply sequencing window specified by the Arria GX handbook, and follow Intel/Altera pin-out guidelines for the DF780 package to avoid signal-integrity issues on the multi-gigabit transceiver channels. This page synthesizes distributor pricing, drop-in alternatives from the same EP1AGX35 family, and practical design notes that go beyond what is found in the standalone Altera datasheet.
EP1AGX50CF484C3 - 50K LE Arria GX FPGA, 484-BGA | Intel
The Intel (formerly Altera) EP1AGX50CF484C3 is a 50K logic-element Arria GX Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) with embedded transceivers, housed in a 484-ball FineLine BGA (FBGA) package with commercial temperature grade. It belongs to the Arria GX family, the industry's first low-power transceiver-based FPGA, and integrates up to 12 high-speed transceivers operating up to 3.125 Gbps. An FPGA (Field-Programmable Gate Array) is a semiconductor device built around a matrix of configurable logic blocks (CLBs), programmable interconnect, and dedicated hard IP such as transceivers, memory blocks, and DSP blocks. FPGAs sit in the digital logic hierarchy alongside ASICs and CPLDs, offering hardware-level parallelism and post-fabrication reprogrammability. The Arria GX family specifically targets protocol-rich serial-interface applications bridging between Stratix-class performance and Cyclone-class cost. Key features include 50,160 logic elements, 2,475,072 RAM bits (4,506 M4K memory blocks plus 252 M-RAM blocks), 12 full-duplex transceiver channels up to 3.125 Gbps supporting PCI Express Gen1, Gigabit Ethernet, Serial RapidIO, and XAUI, and 232 user I/O pins. The device also integrates dedicated DSP blocks (variable-precision multipliers), phase-locked loops (PLLs), and 4 phase-rotated transceiver clock pins. The CF484 BGA package provides a compact footprint suitable for high-density PCB designs. The architecture combines a 1.2V core supply (with 3.3V/2.5V I/O compatibility through banked supplies) with hardened PCIe hard IP and SERDES blocks. The C3 speed grade denotes a commercial temperature rating (0C to +85C) with a -3 speed bin. Compared with the C6 speed grade, C3 is faster but more expensive, and is the highest-performance commercial tier offered for this package. Typical applications include PCI Express Gen1 endpoint and root-complex designs, XAUI / 10 GbE backplanes, Serial RapidIO bridges, broadcast video processing, and wireless baseband prototyping. The combination of transceiver density and moderate logic capacity suits mid-complexity protocol bridging cards. When designing with this device, ensure the board provides clean transceiver analog supplies (VCCA_PLL, VCCA_TX, VCCA_RX) per the Arria GX hardware reference. Reference the Quartus II pin planner and the device pin-out file (PDF) to validate pin assignments against the chosen BGA fan-out, since 484-FBGA routing demands a 1.0 mm or 0.8 mm pitch PCB stack-up with microvia technology. This page synthesizes authorized distributor pricing, drop-in alternatives within the same Arria GX family, and practical design notes not found in the manufacturer datasheet alone, giving engineers a single reference for sourcing, replacement, and PCB implementation decisions.