XC3S200-5PQG208C - 200K Gate Spartan-3 FPGA | AMD
MPN: XC3S200-5PQG208C ✓ ActiveXC3S200-5PQG208C Overview
A field-programmable gate array, or FPGA, is a programmable logic semiconductor whose configurable lookup tables, flip-flops, interconnects, block RAM, and I/O resources can be tailored after manufacture. An FPGA belongs to the broader programmable-logic hierarchy, alongside complex programmable logic devices, and provides parallel hardware implementation for control, interface, signal-processing, and data-transfer functions. The Spartan-3 family targets cost-sensitive embedded systems that need more flexibility than fixed logic without the complexity of larger devices.
The XC3S200-5PQG208C combines a mid-density Spartan-3 fabric with 141 user I/O in a surface-mount PQFP-208 package. Its 4,320 configurable logic elements provide substantial parallelism, while 221,184 RAM bits support on-chip buffering and data storage. The 141 available I/O pins make the device particularly useful for legacy parallel buses, control interfaces, display or sensor links, and industrial equipment requiring numerous external connections.
The -5 designation identifies the performance grade used in the part number. Published device information lists the maximum performance figure as 725 MHz, making this grade appropriate for designs whose timing budget cannot tolerate the slower -4 grade. The C suffix denotes the commercial-temperature qualification shown for the device, with an operating junction-temperature range from 0°C to 85°C.
Typical uses include industrial automation, embedded control, video timing, general-purpose interface bridging, low-cost instrumentation, and FPGA-based prototype platforms. The large PQFP footprint is easier to inspect and rework than very dense BGAs, which can simplify prototype assembly, laboratory bring-up, and field servicing where high pin counts remain manageable.
When laying out the board, follow the manufacturer pinout and decoupling guidance rather than assigning signals from a generic 208-pin footprint. Account for configuration-interface access, programming pins, supply sequencing, clock requirements, and I/O standards. Because the -4 and -5 parts share a package, timing closure must be revalidated when changing speed grades even when the PCB remains unchanged.
This page combines the device specifications, package details, compatible Spartan-3 replacements, and implementation guidance needed to plan a board revision or evaluate a second source. It also distinguishes speed-grade and temperature-grade substitutions from higher-density devices that may use the same mechanical package.
Drop-in alternatives for XC3S200-5PQG208C — same package, pin-to-pin compatible. Different-package parts requiring PCB rework are excluded.
Variants in this series
Same-series models that are drop-in compatible with XC3S200-5PQG208C (same form factor and footprint) — differing in Process Technology, Core Supply Voltage, Device Type, System Gates, Temperature Grade.
XC3S200-4PQG208C
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XC3S200-4PQG208I
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View Datasheet →XC3S200-5PQG208I
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XC3S200-4PQG208E
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XC3S200-3PQG208C
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XC3S400-4PQG208C
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View Datasheet →XC3S200-5PQG208C Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Device Type | Spartan-3 field-programmable gate array (FPGA) |
| System Gates | 200,000 gates |
| Configurable Logic Elements | 4,320 logic elements |
| Total RAM Bits | 221,184 bits |
| User I/O Pins | 141 pins |
| Logic Array Blocks / Configurable Logic Blocks | 480 LABs/CLBs |
| Core Supply Voltage | 1.2 V |
| Maximum Performance | 725 MHz |
| Process Technology | 90 nm |
| Package | 208-pin PQFP, 28 x 28 mm |
| Mounting Type | Surface mount |
| Operating Junction Temperature | 0°C to 85°C |
| Speed Grade | -5 |
| Temperature Grade | Commercial |
| Lead-Free Status | Lead free |
| RoHS Status | Meets RoHS requirements |
XC3S200-5PQG208C 208-pin pqfp, 28 x 28 mm Pin Configuration Guide
Pin configuration for XC3S200-5PQG208C (208-pin pqfp, 28 x 28 mm package). This digital IC includes GPIO, communication interfaces (UART, SPI, I2C), and power pins. Refer to the manufacturer datasheet for alternate pin functions and configuration options. Essential for embedded system design and PCB layout.
No detailed pinout data available for XC3S200-5PQG208C.
Refer to the datasheet for full pin configuration.
Typical Applications
XC3S200-5PQG208C is suitable for 6 applications: Industrial Automation Controller, Embedded Parallel Interface Bridge, Data Acquisition Front End, Video Timing and Display Control, Instrumentation Signal Conditioning, Low-Cost FPGA Prototype Platform.
Industrial Automation Controller
The XC3S200-5PQG208C fits industrial automation controllers because its 141 user I/O pins can connect discrete sensors, relays, motor-control signals, encoders, and operator interfaces without an external CPLD. The 4,320 configurable logic elements allow parallel state machines, timers, interlocks, and protocol handling, while 221,184 RAM bits provide local buffering for counters and acquisition pipelines. The 725 MHz -5 grade supports timing-critical control tasks. A design should use the manufacturer pin table to distinguish user I/O from power and configuration pins, and should account for industrial temperature requirements before choosing a commercial-grade suffix.
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Embedded Parallel Interface Bridge
The XC3S200-5PQG208C is useful for bridging legacy parallel buses to a serial processor or custom accelerator because it exposes 141 user I/O and includes 4,320 configurable logic elements. Bus-width conversion, byte-lane alignment, FIFO control, and protocol state machines can execute concurrently rather than through a software-only sequence. Its 221,184 RAM bits support deeper buffering than a small I/O-only programmable device. Designers should establish pin standards, termination, clocking, and timing margins for both the -5 and lower-speed alternatives rather than assuming identical timing behavior across speed grades.
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Data Acquisition Front End
For acquisition and instrumentation, the XC3S200-5PQG208C can implement parallel capture, filtering, thresholding, and data packing while its 141 user I/O connect converters, sensors, and test equipment. The 221,184 RAM bits can hold sample buffers, while the 4,320 logic elements support simultaneous control paths and acquisition pipelines. The 725 MHz performance of the -5 grade is valuable when clock-domain crossing or high-rate parallel capture must meet tight timing. Board planning should include grounded quiet regions for sensitive inputs, controlled clock routing, and power decoupling derived from the manufacturer application guidance.
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Video Timing and Display Control
The XC3S200-5PQG208C can implement timing generators, pixel and line counters, overlay logic, and interface adaptation in display-control equipment. Its 141 user I/O provide enough external connections for control signals and parallel data paths, while the programmable fabric supports multiple timing domains. The -5 grade and 725 MHz maximum performance offer additional timing margin over the -4 grade when clocking requirements are demanding. Because actual video standards vary, the design should use exact timing equations, clocking architecture, and I/O specifications rather than treating the maximum device frequency as the required pixel rate.
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Instrumentation Signal Conditioning
The XC3S200-5PQG208C suits programmable instrumentation that combines sensor selection, digital filtering, calibration tables, and a communication interface. Logic elements can implement fixed-point filters and control sequences, while 221,184 RAM bits can support calibration and waveform storage. The 141 I/O pins simplify connections to multiplexers, amplifiers, converters, and front-panel controls. The commercial 0°C to 85°C junction-temperature range must be compared with the enclosure temperature and device self-heating. Select an industrial-temperature alternative when the calculated junction temperature can exceed the commercial limit.
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Low-Cost FPGA Prototype Platform
The XC3S200-5PQG208C is appropriate for educational, evaluation, and prototype platforms because it combines 4,320 configurable logic elements with 141 user I/O in a visually inspectable 208-pin PQFP package. Students can implement processors, interfaces, counters, processors-peripheral bridges, and custom accelerators while retaining access to many external pins. The -5 grade supports demanding laboratory timing experiments and allows later reuse of a design in a faster production configuration. Prototyping should still follow the exact configuration and pin-connection instructions in the manufacturer documentation.
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Engineering reference data for XC3S200-5PQG208C — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | XC3S200-4PQG208C | XC3S200-4PQG208I | XC3S200-5PQG208I | XC3S200-4PQG208E | XC3S200-3PQG208C | XC3S400-4PQG208C |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | AMD | AMD | AMD | AMD | AMD | AMD | AMD |
| Package | PQFP-208 (28 x 28 mm) | PQFP-208 (28 x 28 mm) | PQFP-208 (28 x 28 mm) | PQFP-208 (28 x 28 mm) | PQFP-208 (28 x 28 mm) | PQFP-208 (28 x 28 mm) | PQFP-208 (28 x 28 mm) |
| FPGA Family | Spartan-3 | Spartan-3 | Spartan-3 | Spartan-3 | Spartan-3 | Spartan-3 | Spartan-3 |
| Maximum Performance | 725 MHz | 630 MHz | 630 MHz | 725 MHz | 630 MHz | 450 MHz | 630 MHz |
| Temperature Qualification | Commercial, 0°C to 85°C junction temperature | Commercial | Industrial | Industrial | Extended | Commercial | Commercial |
Key Differentiators
- Higher speed grade than the -4 replacement (vs XC3S200-4PQG208C)
- Industrial-temperature option preserves the -5 performance (vs XC3S200-4PQG208I)
- Retains full Spartan-3 logic density within the same package (vs XC3S400-4PQG208C)
Design Notes
Route configuration, clock, and high-fanout user signals according to the manufacturer Spartan-3 layout guidance. The 208-pin PQFP package exposes many connections, so use a consistent pin assignment and preserve the recommended supply and ground structure. A footprint with the correct 28 x 28 mm body is not sufficient by itself: verify pin-one orientation, courtyard clearances, exposed pad requirements, solder-mask definition, and the exact package drawing before fabrication.
Design the 1.2 V core rail from the manufacturer power-supply and decoupling requirements, including the specified capacitor type, placement distance, and allowed tolerance. Keep switching-regulator loops away from sensitive clock and configuration paths. Because the XC3S200 family uses an older 90 nm process, verify supply sequencing and signal ramp requirements in the device documentation rather than assuming the behavior of a current-generation FPGA.
Do not treat equal package dimensions as proof of electrical drop-in compatibility. Speed-grade changes alter timing margins, while commercial, industrial, and extended suffixes alter the permitted temperature envelope. Before substituting XC3S200-4PQG208C, XC3S200-4PQG208I, XC3S200-5PQG208I, XC3S200-4PQG208E, or XC3S200-3PQG208C, confirm configuration compatibility and rerun synthesis, place-and-route, and timing analysis.
Use the exact clock-input requirements and supported I/O standards from the manufacturer datasheet, and terminate unused or high-speed inputs exactly as directed. Avoid routing clocks over split planes and keep external clocks away from switching nodes. The 725 MHz figure is the device's maximum performance class, not a guarantee that every I/O path can operate at that frequency without suitable standards, voltage levels, and topology.
Compliance Information
The product listing states that the PQFP-208 package is lead free and meets RoHS requirements. No automotive qualification, REACH declaration, halogen-free claim, or conflict-minerals statement was identified.
