5SGXMA4K3F40I4N

Overview

The Altera 5SGXMA4K3F40I4N is a Stratix V GX Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) designed for high-performance digital signal processing and networking applications. It features 420,000 logic elements and 158,500 Adaptive Logic Modules (ALMs). The device includes 37,888,000 bits of embedded memory and supports up to 600 I/Os. It operates with a core voltage range of 0.82V to 0.88V and supports data rates up to 14.1 Gb/s via its transceivers. The component is housed in a 1517-ball FCBGA package and functions within an operating temperature range of -40°C to 100°C.

Feature Summary

• High-density logic fabric with over 400,000 logic elements for complex system integration
• Integrated high-speed transceivers supporting 14.1 Gb/s data rates for serial communications
• Large embedded memory capacity totaling approximately 37.9 Mbits for on-chip buffering and storage

Applications

• High-speed serial communication systems requiring multi-gigabit transceiver interfaces
• Digital signal processing architectures utilizing large embedded memory blocks
• Complex programmable logic designs needing high I/O counts and dense logic resources

Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix 'I4N' against official manufacturer documentation, as standard listings often cite 'I3LG'. Confirm lifecycle status, as Stratix V devices may be discontinued or subject to limited availability. Ensure compatibility with Quartus Prime software versions supporting this specific FPGA family before procurement.

Selection Notes

Compare the 420,000 LE count and 1517 FBGA package dimensions against alternative Stratix V models. Verify that the 0.82V-0.88V core voltage requirements align with the target power supply design. Check if the 600 I/O limit meets the interface density needs of the application.

Part Context

This component belongs to the Stratix V GX series, which focuses on high-speed serial connectivity and DSP capabilities. It sits within the mature product category of Altera's FPGA portfolio, following the Stratix IV generation and preceding the Arria and Agilex families. The 'GX' designation indicates optimized transceiver performance.

Replacement Considerations

Direct substitutes include other Stratix V GX variants such as 5SGXMA3K3F40I3LG or 5SGXMA5K3F40I3LG, depending on whether lower or higher logic density is acceptable. Cross-family migration to Arria 10 or Agilex would require significant architectural redesign.