AGIC041R29D2E2VR1

Overview

The Altera AGIC041R29D2E2VR1 is an Agilex I Series System on Chip (SoC) integrating a Field Programmable Gate Array with a multi-core processor. It features four ARM Cortex-A53 cores operating at 1.4GHz, equipped with CoreSight debug infrastructure and NEON SIMD capabilities. The device contains 4 million logic elements and provides 720 user I/Os within a 2957-ball BGA package measuring 56x45 mm. It includes 256KB of embedded RAM and supports peripherals such as DMA and WDT. Connectivity options encompass Ethernet, USB OTG, SPI, I2C, UART/USART, MMC/SD/SDIO, and EBI/EMI interfaces.

Feature Summary

• Integrates a quad-core ARM Cortex-A53 processor with FPGA fabric for heterogeneous computing
• Supports high-speed peripheral connectivity including Ethernet and USB OTG
• Includes hardware debugging features via ARM CoreSight technology

Applications

• Industrial automation controllers requiring real-time processing
• Network infrastructure equipment utilizing Ethernet connectivity
• Embedded systems needing combined programmable logic and application processing

Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix codes against official Intel/Altera documentation to ensure correct temperature range, speed grade, and packaging configuration. Confirm that the requested part number matches the exact Agilex I series variant required for your design. Cross-reference the manufacturer's latest datasheet to validate current production status and any recent package or marking changes before finalizing procurement orders.

Selection Notes

Select this component when a unified solution combining soft-core processing and hard-core ARM execution is necessary. Ensure the 4M logic element capacity meets the design complexity requirements. Verify that the 2957-BGA package footprint fits the PCB layout constraints. Confirm that the 1.4GHz processor speed aligns with the system's computational performance targets and thermal management capabilities.

Part Context

This part belongs to the Agilex I Series, which bridges the gap between traditional FPGAs and SoCs. It is designed for applications demanding both high-performance logic implementation and robust application processing. The series utilizes advanced process technology to deliver efficient power consumption relative to performance metrics found in comparable embedded FPGA devices.

Replacement Considerations

Consult official substitution guides for compatible Agilex I variants. Verify pin-to-pin compatibility if replacing with other 2957-BGA packages. Check for functional equivalence in processor core specifications and I/O counts before substituting.