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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USB3.x HUB IIP

SmartDV
• HQ: India

USB3.x Hub interface provides full support for the USB3.x synchronous serial interface, compatible with USB 3.0/3.1/3.2 specifica…
- USB
Part #: USB 3.x HUB IIP Maturity: Production

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USB3.x HOST IIP

SmartDV
• HQ: India

USB3.x Host interface provides full support for the USB3.x synchronous serial interface, compatible with USB 3.0/3.1/3.2 specific…
- USB
Part #: USB3.x HOST IIP Maturity: Production

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USB3.x DEVICE IIP

SmartDV
• HQ: India

USB3.x Device interface provides full support for the USB3.x synchronous serial interface, compatible with USB 3.0/3.1/3.2 specif…
- USB
Part #: USB 3.x DEVICE IIP Maturity: Production

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USB2.x OTG IIP

SmartDV
• HQ: India

USB2.x OTG interface provides full support for the USB2.x synchronous serial interface, compatible with USB 2.0 specification.
- USB
Part #: USB 2.x OTG IIP Maturity: Production

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USB2.x HUB IIP

SmartDV
• HQ: India

USB2.x Hub interface provides full support for the USB2.x synchronous serial interface, compatible with USB 2.0 specification.
- USB
Part #: USB 2.x_HUB IIP Maturity: Production

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USB2.x HOST IIP

SmartDV
• HQ: India

USB2.x Host interface provides full support for the USB2.x synchronous serial interface, compatible with USB 2.0 specification.
- USB
Part #: USB 2.x HOST IIP Maturity: Production

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USB2.x DEVICE IIP

SmartDV
• HQ: India

USB2.x Device interface provides full support for the USB2.x synchronous serial interface, compatible with USB 2.0 specification.
- USB
Part #: USB 2.x DEVICE IIP Maturity: Production

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USB1.x DEVICE IIP

SmartDV
• HQ: India

USB1.x Device interface provides full support for the USB1.x synchronous serial interface, compatible with USB 1.1 specification.
- USB
Part #: USB 1.x DEVICE IIP Maturity: Production

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UFS HOST Controller IIP

SmartDV
• HQ: India

UFS HOST Controller provides full support for the UFS synchronous serial interface, compatible with UFS version 3.6 specification.
- UFS Controller
Part #: UFS HOST IIP Maturity: Production

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UFS DEVICE IIP

SmartDV
• HQ: India

UFS DEVICE interface provides full support for the UFS synchronous serial interface, compatible with UFS version 3.6 specificatio…
- UFS Controller
Part #: UFS DEVICE IIP Maturity: Production

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UART CONTROLLER IIP

SmartDV
• HQ: India

UART CONTROLLER interface provides full support for the two-wire UART CONTROLLER synchronous serial interface, compatible with UA…
- UART
Part #: UART Controller IIP Maturity: Production

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TS5 Slave IIP

SmartDV
• HQ: India

TS5 Slave interface provides full support for the two-wire TS5 synchronous serial interface, compatible with JEDEC TS5111, TS5110…
- IEEE-1588 / PTP
Part #: TS5 Slave IIP Maturity: Production

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TS5 Master IIP

SmartDV
• HQ: India

TS5 Master interface provides full support for the two-wire TS5 synchronous serial interface, compatible with JEDEC TS5111, TS511…
- IEEE-1588 / PTP
Part #: TS5 Master IIP Maturity: Production

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TIMER IIP

SmartDV
• HQ: India

TIMER is used to generate delays, signals with timing characteristics and measure the time between signal edges, compatible with …
- Timers & Watchdogs
Part #: Timer IIP Maturity: Production

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TileLink To APB Bridge IIP

SmartDV
• HQ: India

TileLink to APB Bridge IP core is compliant with SiFive Tilelink and AMBA APB Specification.
- Protocol Bridge
Part #: TileLink To APB Bridge IIP Maturity: Production

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TileLink To AHB Bridge IIP

SmartDV
• HQ: India

TileLink to AHB Bridge IP core is compliant with SiFive Tilelink and AMBA AHB Specification.
- Protocol Bridge
Part #: TileLink To AHB Bridge IIP Maturity: Production

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SWP Slave IIP

SmartDV
• HQ: India

SWP Slave is full-featured,easy-to-use,synthesizable design,compatible with ETSI TS 102 613 and ETSI TS 102 221 Specification Com…
- SWP
Part #: SWP Slave IIP Maturity: Production

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SPI Slave To SOC Bridge IIP

SmartDV
• HQ: India

SPI Slave To SOC Bridge interface provides full support for the two-wire SPI synchronous serial interface, compatible with SPI ve…
- Protocol Bridge
Part #: SPI Slave To SOC Bridge IIP Maturity: Production

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SPI Slave IIP

SmartDV
• HQ: India

SPI Slave interface provides full support for the both three and four wire SPI synchronous serial interface, compatible with SPI …
- SPI / QSPI XSPI
Part #: SPI Slave IIP Maturity: Production

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SPI Master IIP

SmartDV
• HQ: India

SPI Master is full-featured,easy-to-use,synthesizable design,compatible with SPI Block Guide 4.01 Complient.Through its SPI Maste…
- SPI / QSPI XSPI
Part #: SPI Master 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.