EP4CE15F17I8LN vs EP3C10F256C6N
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| Category | Embedded - FPGAs (Field Programmable Gate Array) | Embedded - FPGAs (Field Programmable Gate Array) |
| Manufacturer | Intel | Intel |
| Description | IC FPGA 165 I/O 256FBGA | IC FPGA 182 I/O 256FBGA |
| Package | 256-LBGA | 256-LBGA |
| Series | Cyclone® IV E | Cyclone® III |
| Voltage - Supply | 0.97 V ~ 1.03 V | 1.15 V ~ 1.25 V |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C ~ 100°C (TJ) | 0°C ~ 85°C (TJ) |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount | Surface Mount |
| Package / Case | 256-LBGA | 256-LBGA |
| Supplier Device Package | 256-FBGA (17x17) | 256-FBGA (17x17) |
| Number of I/O | 165 | 182 |
| Number of LABs/CLBs | 963 | 645 |
| Number of Logic Elements/Cells | 15408 | 10320 |
| Total RAM Bits | 516096 | 423936 |
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1. What is FPGA Field Programmable Gate Array?
FPGA (Field Programmable Gate Array) is a semiconductor device that allows users to change and configure the internal connection structure and logic units of the device through software means after manufacturing to complete the digital integrated circuit of the established design function. FPGA consists of programmable logic resources, programmable interconnection resources and programmable input and output resources, and is mainly used to implement sequential logic circuits with state machines as the main feature.
FPGA is a product further developed on the basis of programmable devices such as [PAL (Programmable Array Logic) and GAL (General Array Logic). As a semi-custom circuit in the field of application-specific integrated circuits (ASIC), it not only solves the shortcomings of customized circuits, but also overcomes the shortcomings of the limited number of gate circuits of the original programmable devices. FPGA realizes a unique method of digital circuits by providing programmable hardware blocks and interconnections that can be configured to perform various tasks, making hardware development more flexible. -
2. What is the hardware of FPGA?
FPGA (Field Programmable Gate Array) is a highly flexible programmable logic chip that users can program to achieve specific logic functions according to their needs. The main uses of FPGA include communications and networks, digital signal processing, automotive and aerospace, industrial automation, high-performance computing, smart Internet of Things and many other aspects.
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3. Is FPGA a microprocessor?
FPGA is not a microprocessor. FPGA (Field-Programmable Gate Array) is a special digital circuit that is mainly used to implement complex logic functions, while microprocessors are processors used to execute instructions.
FPGA and microprocessors have significant differences in function and use. FPGA is a semi-custom digital circuit that can be programmed during the hardware design stage to implement specific logic functions. FPGA solves the shortcomings of customized circuits and overcomes the shortcomings of the limited number of gate circuits of the original programmable devices. It is suitable for occasions that require highly customized logic functions. In contrast, a microprocessor (such as a CPU) is a general-purpose computing device used to execute instructions stored in it, process data, and perform computing tasks. Microprocessors include MCU (microcontroller), DSP (digital signal processor), etc., each of which has different application scenarios and functional characteristics.
Specifically, FPGA and microprocessor are also different in structure and working mode. FPGA consists of a large number of programmable logic units, and users can program to implement any logic function as needed. Microprocessors contain a central processing unit (CPU), memory, and input and output interfaces to execute predefined instruction sets, process data, and perform computing tasks. In addition, FPGAs are usually used in situations that require high-speed processing and parallel computing, such as communications, image processing, etc., while microprocessors are widely used in various computing devices and systems. -
4. Why use FPGA as a digital controller?
The main reason for using FPGA as a digital controller is its flexibility and programmability. FPGA (Field Programmable Gate Array) is a chip whose internal structure can be changed through programming. It has high flexibility and programmability, which makes FPGA widely used in the field of digital controllers.
The flexibility of FPGA is reflected in the fact that its logic units can be configured to implement different logic functions. Users can use hardware description languages (such as VHDL or Verilog) to write programs to map logic functions to lookup tables (LUTs) and logic units inside FPGA. This flexibility allows FPGAs to adapt to different application requirements and can be reprogrammed as needed to adapt to new application scenarios.
In addition, FPGAs also have high-performance parallel computing capabilities and high-speed data processing capabilities, which makes it play an important role in digital signal processing, image processing, network communication and other fields. The parallel processing capabilities of FPGAs enable it to handle multiple tasks at the same time, improving overall processing efficiency.
