Implementing Efficient Low-Power PCIe Interfaces with Low-Cost FPGAs

A history of architectural and process advancements has enabled Altera® Cyclone® V FPGAs to be used in numerous low-cost and low-power applications in the industrial, automotive, military, communication and consumer markets, among others. This white paper outlines a real-life PCI Express® (PCIe®) Gen1x4 reference design including a DDR3 memory controller. It shows just how effective Cyclone V FPGAs are in minimizing total system cost while achieving performance and power targets.