Xilinx Zynq-7000 SoC integrating a dual-core ARM Cortex-A9 processor with Artix-7 FPGA fabric — a single-chip platform for edge AI, embedded vision and industrial control.
Product Overview
The XC7Z020-1CLG484C belongs to the Xilinx Zynq-7000 family, which merges a Processing System (PS) of dual ARM Cortex-A9 MPCore processors with Programmable Logic (PL) built on Artix-7 architecture. This tight PS+PL integration lets engineers offload computationally heavy tasks — such as image preprocessing, signal conditioning and lightweight neural-network inference — into hardware, making the device a popular choice for edge AI and embedded vision. With 130 multi-standard user I/Os and a rich peripheral set, it serves industrial automation, motor control and software-defined radio designs that need both a Linux-capable processor and reconfigurable logic.
Key Features
- – Dual ARM Cortex-A9 MPCore with CoreSight debug, up to 667 MHz
- – 256 KB on-chip SRAM plus external DDR memory controller support
- – Artix-7 FPGA fabric with 85K logic cells for hardware acceleration
- – 4.9 Mb Block RAM and 220 DSP slices for DSP / vision pipelines
- – 130 user I/Os with multi-voltage, multi-standard support
- – Integrated peripherals: UART, SPI, I2C, CAN, USB, Gigabit Ethernet
- – Single-chip software/hardware co-design architecture
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Series | Zynq-7000 |
| Core Processor | Dual ARM Cortex-A9 MPCore with CoreSight |
| Maximum CPU Speed | 667 MHz |
| On-Chip MCU RAM | 256 KB |
| Programmable Logic | Artix-7 FPGA, 85K Logic Cells |
| Logic Cells | 85,000 |
| Block RAM | 4.9 Mb |
| DSP Slices | 220 |
| Number of I/O | 130 |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 85°C (TJ) |
| Package | 484-CSPBGA (19 x 19 mm) |
| Speed Grade | -1 |
| RoHS | Compliant (verify with manufacturer datasheet) |
Applications
Edge AI inference, Embedded vision / machine vision, Industrial automation and control, Motor control, Software-defined radio, Medical imaging.
Why Choose Newfly Electronics
Newfly Electronics supplies the XC7Z020-1CLG484C through verified sourcing from ISO9001-certified manufacturers and franchised channels. We offer MOQ flexibility including small-quantity and hard-to-find sourcing, cross-reference / alternative-part service when your preferred grade is allocated, and full-board BOM sourcing so you can consolidate purchases with one supplier. Every shipment is backed by RoHS / REACH documentation support and lot-traceability on request.
FAQ
Q: Is the XC7Z020 pin-compatible with other Zynq-7000 devices?
A: Devices in the same package family share pinouts, but logic and I/O bank resources differ — verify against the specific migration guide before substituting.
Q: Can this run Linux?
A: Yes, the dual Cortex-A9 PS commonly runs embedded Linux; Xilinx provides Petalinux BSPs for the Zynq-7000 family.
Q: What is the difference between the -1, -2 and -3 speed grades?
A: They define maximum performance and timing; the -1 grade (used here) is the standard-performance option.