XC7A35T-2FTG256I

The XC7A35T-2FTG256I, a mid-range Artix-7 FPGA, has equivalents like:
- Spartan-7 series (e.g., XC7S25) for lower-cost options.
- Kintex-7 (e.g., XC7K70T) for higher performance.
- Lattice ECP5 (e.g., LFE5UM-45F) as a non-Xilinx alternative.
- Intel Cyclone 10 LP (e.g., 10CL025) for comparable logic density.
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The XC7A35T-2FTG256I is a mid-range Artix-7 FPGA from Xilinx (now AMD). Key features:
- Logic Cells: 33,280 (equivalent to ~50K logic gates)
- DSP Slices: 90 (for high-speed math operations)
- Block RAM: 1,800 Kb (50 x 36 Kb blocks)
- I/O Pins: 170 (supports LVDS, LVCMOS, etc.)
- Transceivers: None (unlike higher-end Artix-7 variants)
- Package: 256-pin FTG256 (Fine-pitch BGA, 17x17mm)
- Speed Grade: -2 (moderate performance)
- Power: Low static power (~0.2W typical)
- Process: 28nm CMOS
Ideal for embedded vision, motor control, and low-power applications. Supports PCIe Gen2 x4 (if configured). No on-board flash; requires external configuration memory.

The XC7A35T-2FTG256I is an Artix-7 FPGA from Xilinx (now AMD) in a 256-pin FTG256 package.
- Pin Count: 256 pins (Fine-Pitch Ball Grid Array, 17x17 mm, 1.0 mm pitch).
- Key Functions:
- I/O Pins: ~150 user I/Os (supports LVCMOS, LVDS, and other standards).
- Power Pins: Multiple for core (VCCINT), I/O banks (VCCO), and auxiliary (VCCAUX).
- Configuration Pins: JTAG, SPI flash, and other boot modes.
- Clock Pins: Differential/single-ended clock inputs.
- GND Pins: Ground connections for power integrity.
This FPGA features 33,280 logic cells, 1,800 Kb block RAM, and 90 DSP slices, targeting cost-sensitive, low-power applications.

The XC7A35T-2FTG256I is manufactured by Xilinx, now part of AMD after its acquisition in 2022.
Xilinx is a leading semiconductor company specializing in Field-Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs) and adaptive computing solutions. Known for innovation in reconfigurable hardware, Xilinx products are widely used in telecommunications, automotive, aerospace, and data centers.
The XC7A35T belongs to the Artix-7 family, offering a balance of performance, power efficiency, and cost for embedded applications. The -2FTG256I suffix indicates speed grade, package (FTG256), and industrial temperature range.
AMD’s acquisition strengthened its position in high-performance computing, integrating Xilinx’s FPGA expertise with its CPU/GPU offerings.

The XC7A35T-2FTG256I, a mid-range Artix-7 FPGA, is widely used in:
- Embedded Systems – Industrial control, automation.
- Communications – Software-defined radio (SDR), networking.
- Consumer Electronics – HD video processing, drones.
- Automotive – ADAS, infotainment.
- Aerospace & Defense – Radar, avionics.
- Medical Devices – Imaging, diagnostics.
- IoT & Edge Computing – Sensor fusion, real-time processing.
Its low power, high performance, and small form factor (256-pin FTG256 package) make it ideal for cost-sensitive, power-efficient applications.

The XC7A35T-2FTG256I is a 256-ball Fine-Pitch Ball Grid Array (FBGA) package. It features a 17x17mm footprint with a 1mm ball pitch, designed for high-density and high-performance applications. The "FTG256" in its part number indicates the FBGA-256 package type. This compact form factor is suitable for space-constrained designs while offering robust thermal and electrical performance.