XC7Z020-1CLG484C

Soc System On Chip Overview

The XC7Z020-1CLG484C is a System on Chip (SoC) from the AMD Zynq-7000 family, integrating dual ARM Cortex-A9 processors with an Artix-7 FPGA fabric. It utilizes a 484-pin CSPBGA package and operates within a commercial temperature range of 0°C to 85°C. The processing system supports clock speeds up to 667 MHz, featuring 256KB RAM and DMA peripherals. The programmable logic section provides 85K logic cells for hardware acceleration. Connectivity includes Ethernet, USB OTG, CAN, I2C, SPI, UART, and SD interfaces.

Soc System On Chip Feature Summary

• Dual-core ARM Cortex-A9 MPCore processor subsystem with CoreSight integration
• Artix-7 FPGA fabric providing 85K logic cells for parallel processing
• Integrated high-speed peripheral controllers including Gigabit Ethernet and USB OTG
• Commercial grade operating temperature range suitable for standard embedded environments

Soc System On Chip Applications

• Industrial automation and control systems
• Embedded vision and image processing applications
• Software-defined radio platforms
• Medical imaging equipment

Soc System On Chip Procurement Notes

Verify the specific speed grade suffix '1' against design timing requirements, as it differs from higher-performance variants like '-2'. Confirm the commercial temperature rating aligns with the target deployment environment. Ensure the 484-CSPBGA footprint matches the PCB layout specifications. Cross-reference the datasheet for any recent product change notices regarding pinout or electrical characteristics.

Soc System On Chip Selection Notes

Select this component when a balance of moderate processing power and flexible hardware acceleration is required. The 667MHz processor speed suits complex control loops without excessive power consumption. The 85K logic resource count is appropriate for medium-complexity data path implementations. Consider thermal management solutions suitable for the 0°C to 85°C operational window during system design.

Soc System On Chip Part Context

This part belongs to the Zynq-7000 All Programmable SoC series, bridging the gap between traditional microcontrollers and standalone FPGAs. It shares the same PL architecture as the XC7Z020-2CLG484I but features a lower maximum clock frequency and commercial temperature rating. It serves as a cost-effective solution for applications not requiring industrial-grade environmental tolerance or maximum throughput.

Soc System On Chip Replacement Considerations

XC7Z020-1CLG484I offers identical functionality with an extended industrial temperature range. XC7Z020-2CLG484C provides higher performance at 766 MHz within the commercial temperature range. XC7Z020-1CLG400C is available in a smaller 400-pin package if board space is constrained.