Recently, Qualcomm introduced two new SoCs: the Snapdragon 7+ Gen3 and the Snapdragon 8s Gen3. The Snapdragon 7+ Gen3 is currently being prepped for devices like the OnePlus Ace3V and Realme GT Neo6 SE. We conducted real-world tests on the energy efficiency of the new mid-range Snapdragon 7+ Gen3, so let’s take a look~ The … Read more
The Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), as an important carrier for the integration of industrial automation and information technology, is driving fundamental improvements in production efficiency and management effectiveness across multiple industries such as manufacturing, logistics, and energy. With the maturity of technologies such as sensors, embedded systems, edge computing, cloud platforms, and big data … Read more
As artificial intelligence transitions from training to inference, the competitive landscape for AI chips is changing. While the position of general-purpose GPUs remains stable, ASICs are becoming crucial for AI applications due to their energy efficiency and adaptability to specific scenarios. This article analyzes how ASICs are reshaping the AI computing ecosystem from multiple dimensions. … Read more
Click the top left corner to follow us Gift to Readers In the wonderful world of coding research, we can gain many unique insights. From the perspective of algorithm optimization, it is like carefully polishing a piece of art; each refinement of the code and improvement of the algorithm is akin to removing impurities, making … Read more
Real-time ray tracing will become standard. In addition to the iPhone equipped with Apple’s self-developed A-series chips, most Android manufacturers’ SoCs come from Qualcomm, MediaTek, and Samsung. Image source: wccftech. Qualcomm, MediaTek, and Samsung are not deeply involved in the independent design of CPU and GPU architectures for their SoCs, leaning more towards Arm’s public … Read more
1. Introduction to Low-Power Design and UPF Script In today’s rapidly evolving electronics industry, low-power design has become a crucial topic. With the widespread adoption of electronic devices, from smartphones and tablets to various IoT devices, there are increasing demands for device battery life and energy efficiency. Low-power design not only effectively extends the usage … Read more
This article is one of the series in the “RISC-V CPU Design” column. Note: This article is excerpted from the first domestic book that systematically introduces CPU and RISC-V design, titled “Hands-on Guide to CPU Design: RISC-V Processor Edition” by “Silicon Farmer Alexander” (expected to be released in March-April 2018). The phrase “dynamic as a … Read more
Before learning about low power consumption in PIC microcontrollers, let’s briefly go over some basic knowledge and concepts related to low power consumption. Power (Watts) = U (Volts) * I (Amperes) Energy (Joules) = U (Volts) * I (Amperes) * t (Seconds) Charge (Coulombs) = I (Amperes) * t (Seconds) Power consumption can be divided … Read more
“The trend is to move forward together, envisioning the future.”In recent years, taking advantage of the boom in the Chinese automotive market and the turning point of the automotive “new four modernizations” trend, it has become a trend for large enterprises to flock to car manufacturing. Many internet technology companies have entered the automotive sector, … Read more
Guide to Smart Home Appliances: A Comprehensive Analysis from Selection to Maintenance As an electrical engineer and home appliance expert with 20 years of experience, I am pleased to present this comprehensive and practical guide to appliance knowledge. Whether you are an ordinary consumer or an appliance enthusiast, this guide will help you better understand, … Read more