XC7A15T-1FTG256I - 16,640-Cell Artix-7 FPGA | AMD
MPN: XC7A15T-1FTG256I ✗ End of LifeXC7A15T-1FTG256I Overview
An FPGA is a semiconductor whose digital and mixed-signal functions are defined by a downloadable configuration. Within the product hierarchy, an FPGA is a programmable logic device and a semiconductor, while Artix-7 is AMD's low-cost, low-power FPGA family. This positioning makes the XC7A15T useful where designers need flexible parallel processing, interface adaptation, control logic, or DSP without developing fixed-function silicon.
The 16,640-cell Artix-7 fabric provides the core implementation capacity, while 170 I/Os support connections to external memories, converters, sensors, displays, and communications equipment. The listed 464 MHz figure establishes the device's advertised operating-frequency class. Integrated DSP, PLL, and MMCM resources reduce the need for separate clock-generation or arithmetic components when the required functions fit within the FPGA fabric.
The -1 portion identifies the speed grade, FTG256 identifies the 256-ball package, and the final I indicates the industrial temperature grade. Verified distributor information identifies an industrial-temperature variant with the same logic density and package. Its 950 mV to 1.05 V supply range is important during power-supply design because the core, auxiliary rails, I/O standards, and configuration system must be planned together rather than treated as a single fixed-voltage domain.
Typical uses include industrial automation and control, communications interface consolidation, sensor and instrumentation systems, video-processing pipelines, and low-cost embedded DSP. These application descriptions are consistent with the Artix-7 family's stated combination of programmable logic, DSP processing, clock management, and analog mixed-signal integration.
For a new board, the FTG256 footprint requires a dense ball-layout PCB, careful power-plane design, and careful separation of sensitive analog or clock paths. For an existing design, migration requires checking the exact package pinout, supported I/O standards, configuration interface, power rails, timing constraints, and installed Vivado or another supported AMD implementation tool.
This page consolidates verified distributor specifications, package and pinout resources, same-family drop-in candidates, practical design guidance, and a parameter comparison to support component selection and procurement. It does not substitute for the complete Artix-7 data sheet, package files, and design-tool timing reports.
Drop-in alternatives for XC7A15T-1FTG256I — 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 XC7A15T-1FTG256I (same form factor and footprint) — differing in Package, Device Type, Logic Cells, Analog Resources, Temperature Grade.
XC7A15T-1FTG256C
✅ Drop-InContact for price
View Datasheet →XC7A15T-2FTG256I
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XC7A15T-2FTG256C
✅ Drop-In ⚠️ Specs UnverifiedContact for price
View Datasheet →XC7A15T-1FTG256E
✅ Drop-In ⚠️ Specs Unverified📋 Reference alternative (not in catalog)
XC7A15T-3FTG256I
✅ Drop-In ⚠️ Specs Unverified📋 Reference alternative (not in catalog)
XC7A15T-1FTG256I Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Device Type | Artix-7 field-programmable gate array (FPGA) |
| Logic Cells | 16,640 cells |
| User I/O | 170 I/Os |
| Maximum Operating Frequency | 464 MHz |
| Core Supply Voltage Range | 950 mV to 1.05 V |
| Package | 256-ball FTBGA, FTG256 |
| Terminal Count | 256 terminals |
| Package Form | Square ball-grid package |
| Terminal Type | Balls |
| Temperature Grade | Industrial |
| Industrial Temperature Range | -40°C to +100°C |
| Speed Grade | -1 |
| Clock Management Resources | PLL and MMCM |
| Digital Signal Processing | DSP processing resources |
| Analog Resources | AMS integration resources |
| Transceiver Support | Artix-7 family transceiver line-rate support |
XC7A15T-1FTG256I square ball-grid package Pin Configuration Guide
Pin configuration for XC7A15T-1FTG256I (square ball-grid package 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 XC7A15T-1FTG256I.
Refer to the datasheet for full pin configuration.
Typical Applications
XC7A15T-1FTG256I is suitable for 6 applications: Industrial Automation and Control, Communications Interface Consolidation, DSP and Real-Time Signal Processing, Sensor and Instrumentation Systems, Video and Image Processing, Low-Cost Embedded Processing.
Industrial Automation and Control
The XC7A15T-1FTG256I fits compact industrial controllers that combine deterministic control logic with communication adapters. Its 16,640 logic cells and 170 I/Os provide capacity for parallel I/O handling, state machines, interlocks, and data acquisition, while the -1 industrial-grade variant is specified for -40°C to +100°C. The 464 MHz operating-frequency class provides useful headroom for signal acquisition, protocol conversion, and supervisory control. A practical implementation would partition the fabric among I/O control, communications, and diagnostic logic, then use its PLL and MMCM resources to derive internal clocks. Timing closure must be verified with the actual industrial temperature corner and implemented signal paths.
Communications Interface Consolidation
The XC7A15T-1FTG256I can consolidate several communications interfaces into one programmable device while retaining a 170-I/O budget and 16,640 logic cells. Its 464 MHz listed operating frequency is suitable for parallel data processing, framing, buffering, and protocol conversion, and the Artix-7 family includes clock-management resources identified for this device. Designers can use the FPGA fabric to adapt legacy parallel buses or implement glue logic around communications controllers. The FTBGA-256 package demands careful escape routing and controlled impedance, while the 950 mV to 1.05 V core range requires a stable low-noise supply. Signal integrity and external transceiver selection remain essential because the FPGA does not eliminate the need for proper termination or clocking.
DSP and Real-Time Signal Processing
The XC7A15T-1FTG256I is suitable for small real-time DSP blocks because the Artix-7 family combines programmable logic with DSP processing resources and a listed 464 MHz operating frequency. Its 16,640 logic cells can host filters, correlation, modulation, or waveform-generation pipelines without relying on a separate processor for every operation. The 170 I/Os can connect converters, memory, and capture interfaces, although complete memory specifications were not included in the verified data. Design teams should map arithmetic into DSP resources, use the PLL or MMCM for deterministic internal timing, and check timing against the -1 speed grade. Fixed-point arithmetic, data widths, and pipeline latency should be documented before hardware implementation.
Sensor and Instrumentation Systems
The XC7A15T-1FTG256I can be used in instrumentation and sensor-acquisition equipment that needs programmable control, digital filtering, and flexible I/O allocation. The device provides 16,640 logic cells and 170 I/Os, allowing acquisition control, calibration tables, event detection, and data formatting to share one FPGA. Its listed 464 MHz frequency class can support parallel filtering and timing functions, while the industrial -40°C to +100°C rating aligns with many factory and laboratory environments. Analog front-end circuitry remains outside the FPGA, so ADC and sensor drivers still require careful grounding and signal conditioning. The design should also account for the 950 mV to 1.05 V core supply and validate timing at the required voltage and temperature corners.
Video and Image Processing
The XC7A15T-1FTG256I offers a compact implementation path for low-resolution image pipelines, pixel formatting, thresholding, and display timing. Its 16,640 logic cells, 170 I/Os, and 464 MHz listed operating frequency allow parallel data paths to be implemented in programmable logic, while DSP resources can accelerate selected arithmetic. The industrial temperature grade supports equipment deployed in controlled factory or outdoor-adjacent systems when the complete product qualification covers the environment. A realistic design would use the PLL or MMCM to generate pixel-clock-related signals, connect external memory through appropriately constrained interfaces, and isolate high-speed data routing. Video timing, color depth, and memory bandwidth determine whether the device has sufficient capacity.
Low-Cost Embedded Processing
The XC7A15T-1FTG256I supports cost-sensitive embedded products that need adaptable logic without committing to a fixed ASIC. Its 16,640-cell Artix-7 fabric can implement control functions, boot sequencing, diagnostics, and hardware-assisted algorithms in one device, with 170 I/Os available for peripheral connections. The 464 MHz operating-frequency class and DSP resources allow more demanding tasks than a simple microcontroller, although actual performance depends on architecture and timing closure. The FTG256 package reduces board area compared with larger FPGA packages but requires advanced PCB assembly capability. Because configuration behavior and supported tool versions were not specified in the verified excerpts, engineers should verify the programming workflow, startup time, and security requirements using AMD documentation.
Engineering reference data for XC7A15T-1FTG256I — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | XC7A15T-1FTG256C | XC7A15T-2FTG256I | XC7A15T-2FTG256C | XC7A15T-1FTG256E | XC7A15T-3FTG256I |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | AMD | AMD | AMD | AMD | AMD | AMD |
| Package | FTBGA-256 (FTG256) | FTBGA-256 (FTG256) - same | FTBGA-256 (FTG256) - same | FTBGA-256 (FTG256) - same | FTBGA-256 (FTG256) - same | FTBGA-256 (FTG256) - same |
| Speed Grade | -1 | -1 | -2 | -2 | -1 | -3 |
| Temperature Grade | Industrial, -40°C to +100°C | Commercial, 0°C to +85°C | Industrial | Commercial | Extended commercial | Industrial |
Key Differentiators
- Industrial temperature coverage (vs XC7A15T-1FTG256C)
- Lower speed class than faster alternatives (vs XC7A15T-2FTG256I)
- Industrial and extended-temperature option (vs XC7A15T-1FTG256E)
- Defined Artix-7 feature set (vs XC7A35T-2FTG256I)
Design Notes
Use the official AMD FTG256 package drawing and XC7A15T package-device pinout files when defining the PCB footprint and ball assignments. A generic 256-ball BGA library is not sufficient because signal, power, ground, and configuration assignments are device-specific. Verify pad-stack dimensions, solder-mask definition, via-in-pad rules, and assembly requirements against the current AMD package documentation.
Design the low-voltage core supply for the verified 950 mV to 1.05 V range while separately checking auxiliary, configuration, and I/O rail requirements in the complete Artix-7 data sheet. Place local high-frequency decoupling close to the device and use continuous reference planes with minimized return-path discontinuities. Validate sequencing, tolerance, startup, and load-transient behavior with the complete power architecture rather than the core rail alone.
The 464 MHz listed operating frequency is a device capability, not a guarantee for every implemented path. Constrain clock, chip-select, memory, and high-speed serial interfaces according to the selected I/O standard and board topology. Use the PLL or MMCM as intended, keep clock routes short and isolated from noisy switching nodes, and evaluate timing and signal integrity across voltage and temperature corners.
Do not treat a same-package Artix-7 variant as an automatic substitute. The XC7A15T-1FTG256C changes the commercial and industrial temperature coverage, while -2 and -3 variants change speed grade and may affect timing margin, power, and qualification. Before replacement, compare the exact suffix meanings, official package files, timing results, configuration requirements, and lifecycle status.
Compliance Information
The verified excerpts establish industrial-temperature operation and identify the Artix-7 family, but they do not provide RoHS, REACH, lead-free, halogen-free, conflict-minerals, or automotive-qualification statements.
