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Soc design

 OUR AGENDA:
 1.WHAT IS SOC
 2.WHY SOC
 3.SOC DESIGN
Soc diagram
soc

 A system on a chip is an integrated circuit that compresses all of a system’s required


components onto one piece of silicon. By eliminating the need for separate and large
system components, SoCs help simplify circuit board design, resulting in improved
power and speed without compromising system functionality. Components contained
within an SoC can be:
• Data processing units
• Embedded memory
• Graphics processing units (GPUs)
• USB interfaces
• Video and audio processing
soc

 A System on Chip (SoC) is a type of integrated circuit (IC) that integrates all the
components of a computer or other electronic system into a single chip. In the field of
Very Large Scale Integration (VLSI), SoCs are used to design and manufacture complex
electronic systems with a high degree of integration and functionality.
 SoCs are a key component of modern electronics and are found in a wide range of
devices, including smartphones, laptops, tablets, and many other types of electronic
devices. They are used to integrate a variety of functions, including processing, memory,
communication, and input/output (I/O) onto a single chip, which reduces the size, cost,
and power consumption of the system.
soc
soc

•ARM Processor: The central processing unit that executes instructions defined by the ARM ISA
•(Instruction Set Architecture).
•RAM: Memory component that stores data temporarily for quick access by the ARM Processor.
•I/O Storage: Handles input/output operations and storage of data, interfacing with application software.
•IPS: Intellectual Property Subsystems that may include specialized processors or components like a clock.
On the software side:
•Application Software: Programs that perform specific tasks for the user, running on the operating system.
•Operating System Software: Manages hardware resources and provides common services for
application software.
•Device Drivers/Firmware: Low-level software that controls hardware components.
•ARM Compiler: Translates code written in high-level languages into ARM machine language.
The diagram shows the interaction between these components, emphasizing the importance of
both hardware and software in the functionality of an SoC.
Why soc

 Why Chip design


 1.reduces the size and power
 2.it improves the speed and quality
Smart phone soc
Smart phone soc

A smartphone SoC (System on Chip) is a highly integrated platform that houses all the
necessary electronic circuits and components for a smartphone to function. Here’s a simplified explanation
•CPU (Central Processing Unit): Executes instructions and processes data.
•GPU (Graphics Processing Unit): Handles rendering of images, animations, and video.
•Memory Controllers: Manage data flow between memory and other components.
•Connectivity Interfaces: Include Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and cellular network connections.
•Multimedia Processors: Support audio and video playback and recording.
•Sensors Interface: Connects to various sensors like accelerometer, gyroscope, etc.
•Display Controller: Manages screen display and touch input.
•Camera Interface: Links to the phone’s camera for capturing photos and videos.
These components are all embedded into a single chip, which allows for efficient
communication between them, leading to better performance and lower power consumption.
The SoC is essentially the brain of the smartphone, coordinating all its functions and features.
Power management in soc

 Multi-supply voltage techniques operate different blocks at different voltages.


 Power domains in soc
 Vd1 vd2 vd3
 Vd1 for high performance components
 Vd2 for medium performance components
 Vd3 for low performance components
Soc design
Soc design

Fig shows the architecture of soc it consists:


•CPU: The central processing unit that executes program instructions.
•GPU: The graphics processing unit that handles visual rendering.
•Memory Controller: Manages data flow between the CPU and memory.
•USB Type C: A port for connecting and transferring data.
•RF Radio by Qualcomm: Handles wireless communication.
•Wi-Fi MAC by Broadcom: Manages Wi-Fi connectivity.
These components are interconnected through buses like AHB (Advanced High-performance Bus) and
APB (Advanced Peripheral Bus), allowing them to communicate efficiently.
The SoC also includes interfaces for Bluetooth, security IP, audio codec, and more,
making it a comprehensive chip solution for various applications.
Advantage of soc
.
 Low power consumptiion.
 Compact size
 Cost-effectiveness
 Improved performance.
 Reliability
 SoCs can offer improved reliability due to their high level of integration and the use of
advanced testing and validation techniques during the design process.
 Integration of advanced features
 SoCs can enable the integration of advanced features such as artificial intelligence (AI) and
machine learning capabilities, enabling the development of intelligent electronic systems.
conclusion

 System on Chip (SoC) technology has revolutionized the field of Very Large Scale
Integration (VLSI) by enabling the integration of all the components of an electronic
system onto a single chip. SoCs offer numerous benefits, including compact size, low
power consumption, cost-effectiveness, improved performance, flexibility, reliability, and
the integration of advanced features. They are widely used in a variety of electronic
devices and are expected to play a significant role in the development of future electronic
systems

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