The XCZU9EG-L1FFVB1156I is a high-performance System-on-Chip (SoC) from AMD/Xilinx’s renowned Zynq UltraScale+ MPSoC family. This industrial-grade FPGA combines powerful ARM processing cores with flexible programmable logic, making it an ideal solution for demanding embedded applications in telecommunications, industrial automation, automotive systems, and advanced computing platforms.
XCZU9EG-L1FFVB1156I Key Features and Benefits
The XCZU9EG-L1FFVB1156I delivers exceptional performance through its heterogeneous processing architecture. This device integrates multiple processing engines within a single chip, eliminating the need for separate processors and FPGAs in your design.
Why Choose the XCZU9EG-L1FFVB1156I MPSoC?
- Unified Processing Architecture – Combines quad-core ARM Cortex-A53 application processor with dual-core ARM Cortex-R5 real-time processor
- Low-Power Industrial Design – -1LI speed grade optimized for reduced power consumption at 0.72V or 0.85V VCCINT
- 16nm FinFET+ Technology – Advanced process node delivers superior performance-per-watt efficiency
- Industrial Temperature Range – Operates reliably from -40°C to +100°C
- Rich Programmable Logic – 599,550 logic cells provide extensive customization capabilities
XCZU9EG-L1FFVB1156I Technical Specifications
Processing System (PS) Architecture
| Specification |
Details |
| Application Processing Unit (APU) |
Quad-core ARM Cortex-A53 MPCore with CoreSight™ |
| APU Clock Speed |
Up to 1.2 GHz |
| APU Features |
NEON™ SIMD, Single/Double Precision Floating Point |
| L1 Cache |
32KB Instruction / 32KB Data per core |
| L2 Cache |
1MB shared |
| Real-Time Processing Unit (RPU) |
Dual-core ARM Cortex-R5F with CoreSight™ |
| RPU Clock Speed |
Up to 500 MHz |
| RPU Features |
Single/Double Precision Floating Point, 32KB/32KB L1 Cache, TCM |
| Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) |
ARM Mali™-400 MP2 |
Programmable Logic (PL) Resources
| Resource |
Quantity |
| System Logic Cells |
599,550 |
| CLB Flip-Flops |
548,160 |
| CLB LUTs |
274,080 |
| Block RAM |
32.1 Mb |
| UltraRAM |
31.5 Mb |
| DSP Slices |
2,520 |
Memory and Storage Support
| Memory Type |
Specification |
| On-Chip Memory |
256KB with ECC |
| DDR4 SDRAM |
Up to 2,400 MT/s |
| DDR3/DDR3L |
Supported |
| LPDDR4 |
Supported |
| LPDDR3 |
Supported |
| External Flash |
Quad-SPI, NAND, eMMC |
High-Speed Connectivity and I/O
| Interface |
Specification |
| GTH Transceivers |
Up to 16.3 Gb/s |
| PS I/O Pins |
214 |
| HP I/O Banks |
High-Performance (1.0V to 1.8V) |
| HD I/O Banks |
High-Density I/O |
| DisplayPort |
1.2a TX |
| USB |
2.0 Host/Device |
| PCIe® |
Gen2 x4 |
XCZU9EG-L1FFVB1156I Package Information
| Parameter |
Value |
| Part Number |
XCZU9EG-L1FFVB1156I |
| Package Type |
FCBGA (Flip-Chip Ball Grid Array) |
| Package Code |
FFVB1156 |
| Pin Count |
1,156 pins |
| Package Dimensions |
35mm x 35mm |
| Ball Pitch |
1.0mm |
| Speed Grade |
-1LI (Low Power Industrial) |
| Temperature Grade |
Industrial (-40°C to +100°C) |
| Process Technology |
16nm FinFET+ |
| Core Voltage (VCCINT) |
0.72V or 0.85V |
XCZU9EG-L1FFVB1156I Integrated Peripherals
Communication Interfaces
- UART – Multiple universal asynchronous receiver-transmitters
- CAN 2.0B – Controller Area Network for automotive and industrial applications
- I²C – Inter-Integrated Circuit bus
- SPI – Serial Peripheral Interface
- USB 2.0 – Universal Serial Bus with OTG support
- Gigabit Ethernet – RGMII/SGMII MAC with IEEE 1588 support
- SDIO 3.0 – SD card interface
System Management Features
- 32-bit GPIO – General-purpose input/output
- Real-Time Clock (RTC) – Battery-backed timekeeping
- Watchdog Timers – System monitoring and recovery
- Triple Timer Counters (TTC) – Precision timing
- System Monitor (SYSMON) – On-chip voltage and temperature monitoring
XCZU9EG-L1FFVB1156I Target Applications
The XCZU9EG-L1FFVB1156I Zynq UltraScale+ MPSoC is engineered for demanding applications requiring heterogeneous computing:
Industrial Automation and Control
Motor control systems, programmable logic controllers (PLCs), industrial IoT gateways, and machine vision systems benefit from the combination of real-time processing and flexible I/O.
Telecommunications Infrastructure
5G wireless infrastructure, software-defined radio (SDR), network packet processing, and baseband processing applications leverage the high-bandwidth connectivity and parallel processing capabilities.
Automotive Systems
Advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), infotainment platforms, and automotive networking require the XCZU9EG’s reliability across industrial temperature ranges.
Aerospace and Defense
Radar signal processing, electronic warfare systems, and secure communications utilize the device’s processing power and programmable logic flexibility.
Medical Imaging Equipment
Ultrasound systems, CT scanners, and medical diagnostic equipment benefit from real-time image processing and data acquisition capabilities.
Video and Broadcast
4K/8K video processing, broadcast encoders/decoders, and professional video production equipment utilize the GPU and high-speed interfaces.
XCZU9EG-L1FFVB1156I Development Tools and Software
AMD Vivado™ Design Suite
The primary development environment for XCZU9EG-L1FFVB1156I provides RTL synthesis, implementation, and debugging capabilities for programmable logic design.
Vitis™ Unified Software Platform
Enables software development for ARM processors, including Linux application development and bare-metal programming.
PetaLinux Tools
Customized Linux distribution optimized for Zynq UltraScale+ MPSoC development with built-in drivers and middleware.
Evaluation Hardware
The ZCU102 Evaluation Kit features the XCZU9EG device, providing a complete development platform with connectivity interfaces and expansion options.
XCZU9EG-L1FFVB1156I vs. Related Part Numbers
| Part Number |
Speed Grade |
Temperature |
Voltage |
| XCZU9EG-L1FFVB1156I |
-1LI |
Industrial |
0.72V/0.85V |
| XCZU9EG-1FFVB1156I |
-1I |
Industrial |
0.85V |
| XCZU9EG-1FFVB1156E |
-1E |
Extended |
0.85V |
| XCZU9EG-2FFVB1156I |
-2I |
Industrial |
0.85V |
| XCZU9EG-2FFVB1156E |
-2E |
Extended |
0.85V |
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Frequently Asked Questions About XCZU9EG-L1FFVB1156I
What is the XCZU9EG-L1FFVB1156I?
The XCZU9EG-L1FFVB1156I is a System-on-Chip (SoC) FPGA from AMD/Xilinx’s Zynq UltraScale+ MPSoC family, combining quad-core ARM Cortex-A53 processors with programmable logic in a 1156-pin FCBGA package.
What does the “L1” in XCZU9EG-L1FFVB1156I mean?
The “L1” designation indicates this is a low-power variant (-1LI speed grade) that can operate at reduced core voltage (0.72V) for lower power consumption while maintaining industrial temperature range operation.
What is the operating temperature range?
The XCZU9EG-L1FFVB1156I operates across the industrial temperature range from -40°C to +100°C junction temperature.
How many logic cells does the XCZU9EG have?
The XCZU9EG device contains approximately 599,550 system logic cells, along with 2,520 DSP slices and extensive block RAM and UltraRAM resources.
What software is needed to program the XCZU9EG-L1FFVB1156I?
AMD Vivado Design Suite is required for programmable logic development, while Vitis Unified Software Platform and PetaLinux Tools support ARM processor software development.
Is the XCZU9EG-L1FFVB1156I RoHS compliant?
Yes, the XCZU9EG-L1FFVB1156I is RoHS compliant and meets environmental regulations for restricted substances.
