Differences Between SoC and SIP (System in Package)

Differences Between SoC and SIP (System in Package)

Source: Tom Talks Chips

Original Author: Tom

This article introduces the differences between SoC and SIP, along with their advantages and disadvantages.

What Are SoC and SIP?

SoC (System on a Chip) is essentially an integrated circuit that integrates all functions such as the central processing unit, input and output ports, internal memory, power management circuits, etc., onto a single chip, as shown in the figure below.
Differences Between SoC and SIP (System in Package)
SIP (System in Package) is a packaging technology that integrates multiple different types of chips and passive components into a single substrate. It is essentially an advanced packaging method, as shown in the figure below.
Differences Between SoC and SIP (System in Package)
SIP vs SoC: A Comparison of Advantages and Disadvantages
1. Manufacturing Process: SoC requires that all functional modules be manufactured simultaneously on the same wafer, using semiconductor manufacturing processes such as photolithography, etching, deposition, CMP, etc.
Each chip in SIP can be manufactured independently; SIP simply integrates various chips together using advanced packaging technologies such as flip chip and bump.
2. Design Complexity: SoC design complexity is extremely high, with line widths generally at the nanoscale (5nm, 7nm, etc.), requiring coordination of multiple functional modules to ensure good integration under the same process.
SIP design is relatively simple, with lower precision at the micrometer scale and shorter design cycles.
3. Space Volume: SIP occupies a larger space.
4. Cost: SoC is more expensive.
5. Flexibility: SiP offers high flexibility, allowing for the replacement of different chips and passive components (capacitors, inductors, etc.). Once SoC design is completed, modifying functional modules is difficult.

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