Logic Simulation - Logic Simulation - 2026.1 English - UG892

Vivado Design Suite User Guide: Design Flows Overview (UG892)

Document ID
UG892
Release Date
2026-06-23
Version
2026.1 English

The Vivado Design Suite has several logic simulation options for verifying designs or IP. The integrated Vivado simulator lets you simulate the design, add and view signals in the waveform viewer, and debug as needed.

Figure 1. Simulation at Various Points in the Design Flow

You can use the Vivado simulator for behavioral and structural simulation, as well as full timing simulation of implemented designs. Functional and timing simulation can be performed at various stages of the design process.

You can also use third-party simulators by generating Verilog or VHDL netlists and SDF files from the elaborated, synthesized, or implemented designs. You can configure and launch simulators from Mentor Graphics, Synopsys, Cadence, and Aldec. For details, refer to the Vivado Design Suite User Guide: Logic Simulation (UG900).