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What is SoCs?

A System on a Chip (SoC) is an integrated circuit that integrates all or most components of a computer or other electronic system. These components often include a central processing unit (CPU), memory, input/output ports, and secondary storage – all on a single chip. SoCs are commonly used in mobile devices (smartphones, tablets), embedded systems, and other applications where size, power consumption, and cost are critical considerations.

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What other technologies are related to SoCs?

SoCs Competitor Technologies

MCUs

Microcontrollers (MCUs) are often used as alternatives to SoCs for simpler embedded applications where less processing power and integration are needed.

mentioned alongside SoCs in 16% (213) of relevant job posts

FPGAs

FPGAs are an alternative to SoCs, offering greater flexibility and customization but typically with higher power consumption and development complexity for similar functions.

mentioned alongside SoCs in 5% (489) of relevant job posts

MPSoCs

MPSoCs are a type of SoC, but are usually more specialized and higher-performance. They directly compete in applications needing advanced processing.

mentioned alongside SoCs in 40% (59) of relevant job posts

Xilinx FPGAs

Xilinx FPGAs are a specific type of FPGA that compete with SoCs, offering programmable logic solutions. They also have SoCs like the Zynq which competes directly.

mentioned alongside SoCs in 12% (79) of relevant job posts

ASICs

ASICs are custom-designed chips for specific applications, offering high performance and efficiency. They are an alternative where volume warrants the high NRE costs.

mentioned alongside SoCs in 5% (118) of relevant job posts

microcontrollers

Microcontrollers (MCUs) are often used as alternatives to SoCs for simpler embedded applications where less processing power and integration are needed.

mentioned alongside SoCs in 2% (230) of relevant job posts

microprocessors

Microprocessors are the CPU component in a computer. High-end SoCs include them but some applications may choose a dedicated microprocessor rather than an SoC.

mentioned alongside SoCs in 2% (93) of relevant job posts

Xilinx

Xilinx is a company that produces FPGAs and SoCs, making them a competitor in the SoC market. They also have SoCs like the Zynq which competes directly.

mentioned alongside SoCs in 1% (83) of relevant job posts