The AMD XCZU9CG-1FFVC900E is a powerful System-on-Chip (SoC) from the Zynq UltraScale+ MPSoC CG family. This advanced FPGA combines dual ARM Cortex-A53 and dual ARM Cortex-R5 processors with high-density programmable logic, making it ideal for industrial automation, aerospace, defense, and high-performance computing applications.
Key Features of the AMD XCZU9CG-1FFVC900E
The XCZU9CG-1FFVC900E delivers exceptional processing power and flexibility through its heterogeneous multiprocessing architecture. Built on 16nm FinFET+ technology, this Zynq UltraScale+ device offers industry-leading performance-per-watt efficiency.
Integrated Processor System
The processing system (PS) of the XCZU9CG-1FFVC900E features:
- Dual-core ARM Cortex-A53: Application Processing Unit (APU) running at 1.2GHz with CoreSight debugging capability
- Dual-core ARM Cortex-R5: Real-time Processing Unit (RPU) operating at 500MHz for deterministic, low-latency tasks
- 256KB On-Chip Memory (OCM): Fast access memory for critical processing operations
- DDR4/LPDDR4 Memory Controller: Supporting high-bandwidth memory interfaces
Programmable Logic Resources
| Specification |
Value |
| Logic Cells |
599,550 |
| CLB Flip-Flops |
548,160 |
| Look-Up Tables (LUTs) |
274,080 |
| DSP Slices |
2,520 |
| Block RAM |
32.1 Mb |
| Distributed RAM |
8.8 Mb |
| UltraRAM |
Available |
Technical Specifications
Package and Electrical Characteristics
| Parameter |
Specification |
| Part Number |
XCZU9CG-1FFVC900E |
| Package Type |
900-FCBGA (Flip-Chip BGA) |
| Package Dimensions |
31mm x 31mm |
| Ball Pitch |
0.8mm |
| Speed Grade |
-1 |
| Temperature Range |
Extended (0°C to +100°C) |
| Core Voltage (VCCINT) |
0.85V |
| Technology Node |
16nm FinFET+ |
High-Speed Connectivity
The XCZU9CG-1FFVC900E provides extensive I/O capabilities for demanding connectivity requirements:
| Interface Type |
Details |
| PS-GTR Transceivers |
Up to 6.0 Gb/s |
| PL GTH Transceivers |
Up to 16.3 Gb/s |
| HP I/O Banks |
High-performance I/O for PL |
| HD I/O Banks |
High-density I/O for general purpose |
| PS-Side Interfaces |
USB 3.0, PCIe Gen2, SATA 3.1, DisplayPort, Gigabit Ethernet |
Applications for the Zynq UltraScale+ XCZU9CG
The AMD XCZU9CG-1FFVC900E excels in applications requiring both high-performance processing and hardware acceleration:
Industrial and Automation
- Motor Control Systems: Real-time processing with deterministic latency
- Industrial IoT Gateways: Edge computing and protocol conversion
- Machine Vision: Image processing and AI inference at the edge
- Robotics Control: Multi-axis motion control with FPGA-based servo loops
Aerospace and Defense
- Radar Signal Processing: High-throughput DSP with 2,520 DSP slices
- Secure Communications: Hardware-accelerated encryption and decryption
- Avionics Systems: Safety-critical applications with deterministic processing
- Electronic Warfare: Real-time spectrum analysis and jamming systems
Communications Infrastructure
- 5G Base Stations: Fronthaul and backhaul processing
- Software-Defined Radio (SDR): Flexible RF signal processing
- Network Packet Processing: Wire-speed routing and switching
- Video Broadcasting: 4K/8K encoding and transcoding
Why Choose the XCZU9CG-1FFVC900E for Your Design?
Superior Performance-Per-Watt
The 16nm FinFET+ process technology delivers exceptional power efficiency, reducing thermal management requirements while maintaining high computational throughput.
Flexible System Architecture
The CG variant of the Zynq UltraScale+ MPSoC provides the optimal balance of processing power and programmable logic resources without the GPU subsystem, resulting in lower power consumption and cost compared to EG variants.
Comprehensive Development Ecosystem
AMD provides extensive support through:
- Vivado Design Suite: Industry-leading FPGA development environment
- Vitis Unified Platform: Accelerated application development
- PetaLinux Tools: Embedded Linux development and customization
- Reference Designs: Pre-validated designs for common applications
Long-Term Availability
As part of AMD’s Zynq UltraScale+ portfolio, the XCZU9CG-1FFVC900E benefits from extended product lifecycle support, ensuring availability for long-term production programs.
Ordering Information
| Attribute |
Value |
| Manufacturer |
AMD (formerly Xilinx) |
| Part Number |
XCZU9CG-1FFVC900E |
| Family |
Zynq UltraScale+ MPSoC |
| Sub-Family |
CG (Cost-optimized without GPU) |
| RoHS Status |
Compliant |
| Moisture Sensitivity Level |
MSL-3 |
Related Products and Alternatives
Engineers designing with the XCZU9CG-1FFVC900E may also consider:
- XCZU9CG-2FFVC900I: Higher speed grade (-2) with industrial temperature range
- XCZU9EG-1FFVC900E: EG variant with quad-core ARM Cortex-A53 and Mali GPU
- XCZU9CG-1FFVB1156E: Same device in larger 1156-FCBGA package with more I/O
Get Started with Your AMD Zynq UltraScale+ FPGA Project
The AMD XCZU9CG-1FFVC900E represents the pinnacle of heterogeneous computing for embedded systems. Whether you’re developing next-generation industrial automation equipment, aerospace systems, or communications infrastructure, this powerful SoC provides the processing capabilities, programmable logic resources, and connectivity options to bring your designs to life.
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