LFD4NX-100
CertusPro-NX 100K logic cells FPGA with advanced security and highest performance
Product Overview
Description
The LFD4NX-100 is the highest capacity member of the CertusPro-NX family, delivering 96K logic cells with industry-leading power efficiency. Built on the 28nm FD-SOI Nexus platform, it provides the performance needed for complex Edge Computing applications while maintaining Lattice's ultra-low power advantage.
The device features 3.9 Mbits of embedded memory, 300 DSP blocks for high-performance signal processing and AI inference, and up to 270 user I/O pins. Advanced security features include hardware root of trust, AES-256 bitstream encryption, ECDSA authentication, and PUF for secure key storage.
The LFD4NX-100 supports PCIe Gen3 x4, multiple high-speed memory interfaces, and comprehensive connectivity options. Available in packages from 10x10mm to 17x17mm, it serves applications ranging from 5G infrastructure to data center accelerators requiring high performance with low power.
Product Series
LFD
Primary Application
5G infrastructure
Key Features
- 96K logic cells
- 3.9 Mbit embedded memory
- 300 DSP blocks
- 270 user I/O
- PCIe Gen3 x4
- Hardware root of trust
- AES-256 encryption
Specifications
| Logic Cells | 96,000 |
|---|---|
| Embedded Memory | 3.9 Mbit |
| DSP Blocks | 300 |
| User I/O | Up to 270 |
| PCIe | Gen3 x4 |
| Security | Hardware root of trust |
| Packages | caBGA-400, caBGA-256 |
Applications
5G infrastructure
Electronic system design
Data center
Electronic system design
Edge AI servers
Electronic system design
Network security
Communication and interface
Video aggregation
Electronic system design
FAE Expert Insights
"The LFD4NX-100 is our flagship recommendation for high-performance Edge Computing applications. We've deployed it in 5G ORAN fronthaul, data center security accelerators, and AI inference servers. The combination of high logic capacity, advanced security, and ultra-low power is unmatched in the industry. Customers report significant TCO savings in data center applications due to reduced power and cooling requirements."
High capacity, advanced security, ultra-low power for Edge Computing
— BeiLuo FAE Team, BeiLuo
Frequently Asked Questions
What security features does LFD4NX-100 provide?
The LFD4NX-100 provides comprehensive hardware security features including a hardware root of trust for secure system foundation, AES-256 bitstream encryption to protect intellectual property, ECDSA authentication for secure boot verification, and PUF (Physically Unclonable Function) for secure key storage. These features make it ideal for security-critical applications in data centers, 5G infrastructure, and industrial control systems.
Advanced security features make LFD4NX-100 ideal for security-critical applications.
What is the PCIe performance?
The LFD4NX-100 supports PCI Express Gen3 x4, providing up to 32 Gbps of bandwidth for high-speed host processor connectivity. This high-performance interface enables demanding applications such as data center accelerators, 5G baseband processing, and high-speed data acquisition while maintaining Lattice's industry-leading power efficiency. The hardened PCIe IP reduces resource usage and power consumption.
PCIe Gen3 x4 provides high-speed connectivity for data center and 5G applications.
How many DSP blocks are available?
The LFD4NX-100 provides 300 high-performance DSP blocks that enable complex signal processing, AI/ML inference acceleration, and video processing applications. These DSP blocks support 18x18 multiplication, 48-bit accumulation, and pipelined operation for maximum throughput. The abundant DSP resources make this device suitable for demanding computational tasks in Edge AI and high-performance computing applications.
300 DSP blocks enable high-performance AI and signal processing applications.
What is the power consumption compared to competitors?
The LFD4NX-100 consumes up to 75% less power than competing 100K logic cell FPGAs, delivering significant energy savings for data center and infrastructure applications. This power advantage translates to reduced operating costs, lower cooling requirements, and the ability to deploy more processing capacity within the same power budget. The FD-SOI technology and optimized architecture enable this exceptional power efficiency.
75% lower power than competitors enables energy-efficient designs.
What development kit is recommended?
The CertusPro-NX Advanced Evaluation Board is the recommended development platform for the LFD4NX-100. This comprehensive board includes the LFD4NX-100 FPGA, high-speed memory interfaces, PCIe edge connector, multiple I/O expansion headers, and comprehensive debugging capabilities. It provides everything needed for developing and validating complex designs targeting this high-capacity device.
Use the CertusPro-NX Advanced Evaluation Board for LFD4NX-100 development.