Silicon Motion Unveils 6nm UFS 4.0 Controller for AI Smartphones, Edge Computing and Automotive Applications
- Silicon Motion Technology Corporation introduces UFS 4.0 controller SM2756 and second generation UFS3.1 controller SM2753 for AI-powered smartphones and high-performance applications.
- SM2756 offers sequential read speeds over 4,300 MB/s and write speeds exceeding 4,000 MB/s, supporting up to 2TB of NAND flash.
- SM2753 features sequential read speeds of 2150MB/s and write speeds of 1900MB/s, catering to mainstream and value mobile phones.
- Both controllers are equipped with LDPC ECC technology, SRAM data error detection, and correction to enhance data reliability, performance, and reduce power consumption.
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The introduction of Silicon Motion's UFS 4.0 controller, the SM2756, signifies a notable advancement in flash storage technology, likely to have a substantial impact on the competitive landscape. The UFS 4.0 standard is an important evolution, as it promises to deliver higher data transfer speeds and improved power efficiency, which are critical for the latest AI-powered smartphones and high-performance applications such as automotive and edge computing.
From a market perspective, the adoption of UFS 4.0 could accelerate as manufacturers seek to differentiate their products with faster storage solutions. This, in turn, could increase demand for Silicon Motion's products, potentially boosting their market share and revenue in the flash storage sector. The company's strategy to support a broad range of NAND flash, including 3D TLC and QLC NAND, positions them well to cater to diverse market needs and price points, from flagship to value mobile devices.
Entering mass production in mid-2024, the SM2756's timing aligns with industry trends towards higher performance storage. As such, this move could strategically place Silicon Motion at the forefront of the next wave of mobile and computing devices, assuming successful integration and adoption by device manufacturers.
The financial implications for Silicon Motion and its stakeholders due to the launch of the SM2756 UFS 4.0 controller are multifaceted. First, the investment in 6nm EUV technology indicates significant R&D spending, which could impact short-term margins but is expected to yield long-term benefits through product leadership and potentially higher ASPs (Average Selling Prices).
Furthermore, the controller's high sequential read and write performance metrics suggest that it could command a premium in the market, potentially enhancing Silicon Motion's profitability. However, it is crucial to monitor the market's reception and the production ramp-up to gauge the actual financial impact. If the adoption rate is slower than anticipated, or if competitors introduce similar or more advanced solutions, Silicon Motion could face challenges in recouping its investment.
Additionally, the second generation SM2753 UFS 3.1 controller entering mass production now is expected to contribute to the company's revenue stream more immediately. Its positioning for mainstream and value mobile phones, IoT and automotive applications could help Silicon Motion capture a larger segment of the growing UFS3 market, thus diversifying its revenue sources and potentially reducing the risk profile for investors.
The technological advancements embodied in the SM2756 UFS 4.0 controller are significant for the flash storage industry. The 6nm EUV technology represents a leap in manufacturing precision, potentially leading to higher yields and better performance. The MIPI M-PHY low-power architecture is crucial for battery-dependent devices, as it offers a balance between high performance and power efficiency, a key selling point for manufacturers of premium and AI-enabled devices.
Advanced LDPC ECC technology and SRAM data error detection and correction are critical for data reliability, a paramount concern for users and manufacturers alike. As data throughput increases, the importance of error correction grows. Silicon Motion's emphasis on these features could set a new standard for data integrity in flash storage.
The controller's support for a broad range of NAND flash, including the latest 3D TLC and QLC NAND, suggests flexibility and adaptability to different market demands. This could facilitate faster adoption by OEMs (Original Equipment Manufacturers) and ODMs (Original Design Manufacturers), who require a variety of storage solutions for different product tiers.
Company also launches its second generation UFS3.1 controller supporting the latest high speed 3D TLC and QLC NAND
The new SM2756 UFS 4.0 controller solution is the world's most advanced controller, built on leading 6nm EUV technology and using MIPI M-PHY low-power architecture, providing the right balance of high performance and power efficiency to enable the all day computing needs of today's premium and AI mobile devices. The SM2756 achieves sequential read performance exceeding 4,300 MB/s and sequential write speeds of over 4,000 MB/s and supports the broadest range of 3D TLC and QLC NAND flash with densities of up to 2TB.
The new second generation SM2753 UFS 3.1 controller solution boasts a high-speed serial-link-based MIPI M-PHY HS-Gear4 x 2-lane, and SCSI architecture model (SAM) enabling unparalleled performance. Following the company's successful SM2754 UFS3 controller, the SM2753 features single channel design offering a sequential read performance of 2150MB/s and sequential write performance of 1900MB/s using next-generation 3D TLC and QLC NAND to address the increasing UFS3 market for mainstream and value mobile phones, IOT and automotive applications.
Silicon Motion's latest UFS controller solutions are equipped with advanced LDPC ECC technology and SRAM data error detection and correction. These features enhance data reliability, improve performance, and reduce power consumption. The latest UFS controller solutions support the widest range of NAND, including the latest 3D TLC and QLC NAND flash from all leading flash makers.
"Our 6nm EUV SM2756 addresses the needs of the latest premium smartphones requiring high performance, high capacity, and low power NAND storage to meet the needs of next generation AI functionality and applications," said Nelson Duann, Senior VP of Client & Automotive Storage Business. "Our new single channel SM2753 enables us to extend our leadership in the large and growing UFS3 market with a more cost effective, high performance and low power controller."
UFS 4.0 SM2756:
- JEDEC UFS 4.0 Compliant and supports HS-Gear-5 x 2-lane, MPHY version 5.0 and UniPro standard version 2.0
- 2 Channel NAND Flash Controller and supports 1.8V/1.2V I/O operation and Toggle DDR 5.1 /ONFI 5.1 NAND
- LDPC ECC Engine with supporting low-power decoding mode and high-correction capability decoding with soft information.
- Sequential read / write performance: 4300MB/s / 4000MB/s
- Entering mass production in Mid'2024
UFS 3.1 SM2753
- JEDEC UFS 3.1 compliant and supports HS-Gear-4 x 2-lane, MPHY version 4.1 and UniPro standard version 1.8
- 1 Channel NAND Flash Controller and supports 1.8V/1.2V I/O operation and Toggle DDR 5.1 /ONFI 5.1 NAND
- LDPC ECC Engine with supporting low-power decoding mode and high-correction capability decoding with soft information.
- Sequential read / write performance: 2150MB/s / 1900MB/s
- Entering mass production now
About Silicon Motion:
We are the global leader in supplying NAND flash controllers for solid state storage devices. We supply more SSD controllers than any other company in the world for servers, PCs and other client devices and are the leading merchant supplier of eMMC and UFS embedded storage controllers used in smartphones, IoT devices and other applications. We also supply customized high-performance hyperscale data centre and specialized industrial and automotive SSD solutions. Our customers include most of the NAND flash vendors, storage device module makers and leading OEMs. For further information on Silicon Motion, visit us at www.siliconmotion.com.
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