The XCZU6EG-1FFVC900I is a high-performance System-on-Chip (SoC) from AMD’s Zynq UltraScale+ MPSoC family. This industrial-grade FPGA combines powerful ARM processors with flexible programmable logic, delivering exceptional performance for embedded systems, industrial automation, and edge computing applications.
XCZU6EG-1FFVC900I Overview and Key Features
The XCZU6EG-1FFVC900I represents AMD’s second-generation multiprocessing SoC platform, offering significant improvements over the first-generation Zynq-7000 series. This device integrates a feature-rich processing system with UltraScale+ programmable logic architecture, making it ideal for applications requiring heterogeneous computing capabilities.
Why Choose the XCZU6EG-1FFVC900I?
Engineers and system designers select the XCZU6EG-1FFVC900I for several compelling reasons:
- Heterogeneous Computing: Combines quad-core ARM Cortex-A53, dual-core ARM Cortex-R5, and Mali-400 MP2 GPU
- Industrial Temperature Rating: Operates reliably from -40°C to +100°C
- High Logic Density: 469,446+ logic cells for complex digital designs
- Advanced Connectivity: Supports PCIe Gen1/2, SATA 3.1, USB 3.0, and DisplayPort 1.2a
- Flexible Memory Options: Compatible with DDR4, DDR3, DDR3L, LPDDR4, and LPDDR3
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XCZU6EG-1FFVC900I Technical Specifications
Core Processor Specifications
| Parameter |
Specification |
| Application Processing Unit (APU) |
Quad-core ARM Cortex-A53 MPCore with CoreSight |
| APU Features |
NEON & Single/Double Precision Floating Point |
| APU Cache |
32KB/32KB L1 Cache, 1MB L2 Cache |
| APU Frequency |
Up to 1.2GHz |
| Real-Time Processing Unit (RPU) |
Dual-core ARM Cortex-R5 with CoreSight |
| RPU Features |
Single/Double Precision Floating Point |
| RPU Cache |
32KB/32KB L1 Cache, TCM |
| RPU Frequency |
Up to 600MHz |
| Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) |
ARM Mali-400 MP2 |
| GPU Cache |
64KB L2 Cache |
| GPU Frequency |
Up to 600MHz |
Programmable Logic Resources
| Resource |
Quantity |
| System Logic Cells |
469,446 |
| CLB Flip-Flops |
429,208 |
| CLB LUTs |
214,604 |
| Block RAM Blocks |
714 |
| Block RAM Capacity |
25.1 Mb |
| Distributed RAM |
6.9 Mb |
| DSP Slices |
1,973 |
Package and Electrical Specifications
| Parameter |
Value |
| Package Type |
900-FCBGA (Flip-Chip Ball Grid Array) |
| Package Dimensions |
31mm x 31mm |
| Ball Pitch |
1.0mm |
| Core Voltage (VCCINT) |
0.85V |
| Process Technology |
16nm FinFET+ |
| Temperature Grade |
Industrial (I) |
| Operating Temperature |
-40°C to +100°C |
| Speed Grade |
-1 |
| RoHS Compliance |
Yes |
XCZU6EG-1FFVC900I Memory and I/O Capabilities
Memory Interface Support
The XCZU6EG-1FFVC900I features a multi-protocol dynamic memory controller with extensive memory type support:
| Memory Type |
Interface Width |
ECC Support |
| DDR4 |
32-bit or 64-bit |
Yes |
| DDR3/DDR3L |
32-bit or 64-bit |
Yes |
| LPDDR4 |
32-bit |
Yes |
| LPDDR3 |
32-bit or 64-bit |
Yes |
Additional Memory Features
- On-Chip Memory: 256KB with ECC protection
- Quad-SPI NOR Flash: 1-bit, 2-bit, 4-bit, or dual Quad-SPI (8-bit) support
- eMMC 4.51: Managed NAND flash support
- ONFI 3.1 NAND: With 24-bit ECC
- Address Space: Up to 32GB using single or dual rank configurations
High-Speed Transceiver Specifications
| Transceiver Type |
Data Rate |
Quantity |
| PS-GTR |
Up to 6.0 Gb/s |
4 channels |
I/O Pin Summary
| I/O Type |
Description |
Voltage Support |
| PS I/O |
Processing System I/O |
1.8V – 3.3V |
| HP I/O |
High-Performance I/O |
1.0V – 1.8V |
| HD I/O |
High-Density I/O |
1.2V – 3.3V |
| MIO Pins |
Multiplexed I/O |
Up to 78 pins |
XCZU6EG-1FFVC900I Connectivity Options
High-Speed Serial Interfaces
The XCZU6EG-1FFVC900I provides comprehensive high-speed connectivity through its PS-GTR transceivers:
| Interface |
Standard |
Speed |
| PCIe |
Gen1/Gen2 |
Up to 5.0 GT/s |
| Serial ATA |
SATA 3.1 |
Up to 6.0 Gb/s |
| DisplayPort |
1.2a |
Up to 5.4 Gb/s |
| USB |
USB 3.0 |
5.0 Gb/s |
| Ethernet |
SGMII |
1.25 Gb/s |
General Connectivity Peripherals
| Peripheral |
Quantity |
Features |
| Triple Speed Ethernet MAC |
4 |
10/100/1000 Mbps |
| USB 2.0 Controllers |
2 |
Host/Device/OTG |
| CAN 2.0B Controller |
1 |
ISO11898-1 compliant |
| I2C Controller |
1 |
Standard/Fast mode |
| UART |
1 |
Full-featured |
| SPI Controller |
2 |
Master/Slave |
| GPIO |
128 bits |
78 MIO + 96 EMIO |
XCZU6EG-1FFVC900I Graphics Processing Unit Details
ARM Mali-400 MP2 GPU Specifications
The integrated Mali-400 MP2 GPU enables hardware-accelerated graphics rendering:
| Feature |
Specification |
| Architecture |
Utgard (Non-unified shaders) |
| Geometry Processor |
Single core |
| Pixel Processors |
2 cores (MP2) |
| Vertex Processing |
66 Million Triangles/second |
| Pixel Processing |
1.2 Billion Pixels/second |
| L2 Cache |
64KB |
| OpenGL ES Support |
1.1 and 2.0 |
| OpenVG Support |
1.1 |
| Power Management |
Power island gating |
XCZU6EG-1FFVC900I Application Areas
Industrial Automation
The XCZU6EG-1FFVC900I excels in industrial environments due to its industrial temperature rating and robust processing capabilities:
- Motor control systems
- Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)
- Industrial vision systems
- Sensor fusion applications
- Real-time control systems
Communications and Networking
With high-speed transceivers and flexible I/O, this SoC supports advanced communication systems:
- Wireless base stations
- Network switches and routers
- Software-defined networking (SDN)
- 5G infrastructure equipment
- Packet processing systems
Aerospace and Defense
The XCZU6EG-1FFVC900I meets demanding requirements for mission-critical applications:
- Radar signal processing
- Electronic warfare systems
- Avionics systems
- Secure communications
- Surveillance equipment
Edge Computing and AI
The combination of ARM processors and programmable logic enables:
- Machine learning inference
- Computer vision at the edge
- Autonomous systems
- Data center acceleration
- Real-time analytics
XCZU6EG-1FFVC900I Development Tools and Software Support
AMD Vivado Design Suite
Vivado provides comprehensive RTL-to-bitstream development for the programmable logic:
- High-level synthesis (HLS)
- IP integrator for system design
- Advanced debugging tools
- Power estimation and optimization
Vitis Unified Software Platform
Vitis enables software development for the processing system:
- Embedded software development
- AI/ML model deployment
- Hardware acceleration
- Library optimization
PetaLinux Tools
For Linux-based embedded development:
- Customizable Linux distribution
- Device tree generation
- Root filesystem configuration
- Application development support
XCZU6EG-1FFVC900I Part Number Decoder
Understanding the XCZU6EG-1FFVC900I part number helps identify key specifications:
| Code |
Meaning |
| XC |
Xilinx Commercial |
| ZU |
Zynq UltraScale+ |
| 6 |
Device size designator |
| EG |
EG variant (with GPU) |
| -1 |
Speed grade (-1 standard) |
| FF |
Flip-chip package |
| VC |
Package type identifier |
| 900 |
900 ball count |
| I |
Industrial temperature |
XCZU6EG-1FFVC900I Security Features
Hardware Security Capabilities
| Feature |
Description |
| AES-GCM Decryption |
256-bit hardware encryption |
| SHA/RSA Authentication |
Secure boot support |
| eFUSE Technology |
Permanent key storage |
| Battery-Backed RAM |
Volatile key storage option |
| SEU Detection |
Single Event Upset monitoring |
| SEU Correction |
Error correction capabilities |
| Partial Reconfiguration |
Secure dynamic updates |
XCZU6EG-1FFVC900I vs Other Zynq UltraScale+ Devices
| Device |
Logic Cells |
Block RAM |
DSP Slices |
GPU |
| XCZU2EG |
103,320 |
5.3 Mb |
240 |
Mali-400 MP2 |
| XCZU3EG |
154,350 |
7.6 Mb |
360 |
Mali-400 MP2 |
| XCZU4EG |
192,150 |
4.5 Mb |
728 |
Mali-400 MP2 |
| XCZU5EG |
256,200 |
5.1 Mb |
1,248 |
Mali-400 MP2 |
| XCZU6EG |
469,446 |
25.1 Mb |
1,973 |
Mali-400 MP2 |
| XCZU7EG |
504,000 |
11.0 Mb |
1,728 |
Mali-400 MP2 |
Ordering Information
| Parameter |
Specification |
| Manufacturer Part Number |
XCZU6EG-1FFVC900I |
| Manufacturer |
AMD (formerly Xilinx) |
| Product Status |
Active (Production) |
| Packaging |
Tray |
| Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL) |
Check datasheet |
| Lead-Free Status |
RoHS Compliant |
Summary
The XCZU6EG-1FFVC900I delivers a powerful combination of ARM processing, graphics acceleration, and programmable logic in a single industrial-grade package. With 469K+ logic cells, quad-core Cortex-A53 processors, Mali-400 MP2 GPU, and comprehensive connectivity options, this Zynq UltraScale+ MPSoC is the ideal choice for demanding embedded applications requiring heterogeneous computing, real-time processing, and hardware flexibility.
Whether you’re designing industrial automation systems, communications infrastructure, aerospace equipment, or edge AI solutions, the XCZU6EG-1FFVC900I provides the performance, reliability, and flexibility needed for next-generation embedded designs.
