What is "virtex"

• Virtex (FPGA), a series of FPGAs produced by Xilinx
• Virtex, a series of comic books published by Oktomica Comics
• Virtex L, otherwise known as sodium dithionite

Virtex is the flagship family of FPGA products developed by Xilinx. Other current product lines include Kintex (mid-range) and Artix (low-cost), each including configurations and models optimized for different applications. In addition, Xilinx offers the Spartan low-cost series, which continues to be updated and is nearing production utilizing the same underlying architecture and process node as the larger 7-series devices.

Virtex FPGAs are typically programmed in hardware description languages such as VHDL or Verilog, using the Xilinx ISE or Vivado Design Suite computer software.

Xilinx FPGA products have been recognized by EE Times, EDN and others for innovation and market impact.