Semiconductor IP Cores

Semiconductor IP cores (Intellectual Property cores) are reusable design blocks used in SoC and ASIC development to accelerate time-to-market and reduce design complexity.

These IP cores span a broad range of technologies, including Analog & Mixed Signal, Compute Acceleration, Graphics & Vision, Interface Connectivity , Memory Interfaces, Security, Wireless, System Peripheral, Embedded Memories, and Foundation Libraries. The catalog covers everything from analog front-ends, data converters, processors, DSPs, AI accelerators, and imaging solutions to high-speed connectivity, memory controllers and PHYs, cryptographic engines, embedded memory macros, standard cell libraries, and wireless communication IP.

This catalog allows you to explore and compare IP cores from leading vendors, based on performance, power, process node compatibility, and application domain.

Whether you are designing for automotive, wireless communication, consumer electronics, or data centers, you can find the right IP solutions for your system requirements.

 
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  • MIPI Debug Taget IP

    SmartDV Technologies
    • HQ: India

    MIPI Debug Target interface IP provides full support for the two-wire MIPI Debug Target synchronous serial interface, compatible …

    • MIPI
    Part #: MIPI Debug Target System IIP Maturity: Production
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  • LPDDR4 Controller IIP

    SmartDV Technologies
    • HQ: India

    LPDDR4 is full-featured, easy-to-use, synthesizable design, compatible with LPDDR4 JESD209-4, JESD209-4A, JESD209-4B, JESD209-4C,…

    • Controller
    • LPDDR4
    Part #: LPDDR4 Controller IIP Maturity: Production
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  • LPDDR3 Controller IIP

    SmartDV Technologies
    • HQ: India

    LPDDR3 interface provides full support for the LPDDR3 interface, compatible with JESD209-3,JESD209-3B and JESD209-3C specificatio…

    • Controller
    Part #: LPDDR3 Controller IIP Maturity: Production
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  • LPDDR2 Controller IIP

    SmartDV Technologies
    • HQ: India

    LPDDR2 interface provides full support for the LPDDR2 interface, compatible with JESD209-2E and JESD209-2F specification and DFI-…

    • Controller
    Part #: LPDDR2 Controller IIP Maturity: Production
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  • LPDDR Controller IIP

    SmartDV Technologies
    • HQ: India

    LPDDR is full-featured, easy-to-use, synthesizable design, compatible with JESD209A-1 and JESD209B specification and DFI-version …

    • Controller
    Part #: LPDDR Controller IIP Maturity: Production
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  • LPC Device IIP

    SmartDV Technologies
    • HQ: India

    LPC Device/Peripherals interface is full-featured, easy-to-use, synthesizable design, compatible with Standard LPC specification.

    • LPC
    Maturity: Production
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  • JESD204B Receiver IIP

    SmartDV Technologies
    • HQ: India

    JESD204B interface provides full support for the JESD204B synchronous serial interface,compatible with JESD204B.01 version specif…

    • JESD204
    Part #: JESD204B Receiver IIP Maturity: Production
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  • JESD204 CYCLIC FEC IIP

    SmartDV Technologies
    • HQ: India

    JESD204 CYCLIC FEC core is compliant with JESD204C version specification.Through its compatibility, it provides a simple interfac…

    • JESD204
    Part #: JESD204 CYCLIC FEC IIP Maturity: Production
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  • INTERLAKEN IIP

    SmartDV Technologies
    • HQ: India

    Interlaken interface provides full support for the Interlaken synchronous serial interface, compatible with Interlaken version 1.…

    • Interlaken
    Part #: Interlaken IIP Maturity: Production
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  • INTC IIP

    SmartDV Technologies
    • HQ: India

    Interrupt Controller interface provides full support for programmable edge triggered (rising, falling) or sensitive, compatible w…

    • Interrupt Controller
    Part #: INTC IIP Maturity: Production
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What are Semiconductor IP cores?

Semiconductor IP cores are pre-designed and verified functional blocks that can be integrated into a System-on-Chip (SoC) or ASIC. They enable faster development cycles by allowing engineers to reuse proven components instead of designing everything from scratch.

IP cores are typically delivered as soft IP (RTL), firm IP, or hard IP optimized for specific process technologies.

Main categories of IP cores

Analog and Mixed-Signal IP

These IP cores process real-world signals and include components such as ADC, DAC, PLL, and analog front-ends. They are essential for signal conversion, timing, and power management.

Digital Processing IP

Digital IP cores include processors (CPU, DSP, GPU), controllers, and hardware accelerators used in computing, AI, and embedded systems.

Interface and Connectivity IP

Interface IP cores enable communication between components and systems, supporting standards such as PCIe, USB, Ethernet, and high-speed serial links.

Memory and Storage IP

Memory IP includes SRAM, DRAM controllers, Flash, and memory interfaces, enabling efficient data storage and access within SoCs.

Security IP

Security IP cores provide encryption, authentication, and secure key management to protect data and systems against threats.

AI and Compute Acceleration IP

AI IP cores and accelerators are designed for machine learning, neural networks, and high-performance computing applications.

How to choose the right IP core

Selecting the right IP core depends on several key criteria:

  • Performance requirements (throughput, latency, accuracy)
  • Power consumption and energy efficiency
  • Process node compatibility (TSMC, Samsung, GlobalFoundries, etc.)
  • Area constraints and integration complexity
  • Compliance with standards and ecosystem support

Applications of Semiconductor IP cores

IP cores are used across a wide range of industries:

  • Automotive (ADAS, autonomous driving, connectivity)
  • Wireless and communication (5G, Wi-Fi, RF systems)
  • Consumer electronics (smartphones, wearables, multimedia)
  • Industrial and IoT (smart sensors, automation)
  • Data centers and cloud computing

Explore and compare IP cores from leading vendors

This platform provides access to a comprehensive catalog of semiconductor IP cores from leading providers worldwide.

Use filters to browse IP by category, vendor, technology node, and performance metrics, and find the best solutions for your next chip design.

Frequently asked questions about Semiconductor IP cores

What is an IP core in semiconductor design?

An IP core is a reusable design block used in SoC or ASIC development, providing a specific function such as processing, communication, or signal conversion.

What are the different types of IP cores?

IP cores include analog, digital, interface, memory, security, and AI acceleration IP, each serving different roles in chip design.

What is the difference between soft IP and hard IP?

Soft IP is delivered as synthesizable RTL, while hard IP is fully implemented and optimized for a specific process node, offering better performance and predictability.

Why use IP cores in SoC design?

IP cores reduce development time, lower risk, and enable reuse of proven components, accelerating time-to-market.

How to choose the right IP vendor?

Key factors include performance, power efficiency, process compatibility, support quality, and compliance with industry standards.

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