The EFLX eFPGA (Embedded FPGA) from Flex Logix is a pivotal technology that integrates FPGA-like programmability directly into SoCs (System on Chips), enabling a unique blend of flexibility and high performance. By embedding FPGA digital logic into SoCs, it allows for customizable processing capabilities without the additional overhead of traditional FPGA packages. This technology eliminates power-hungry elements like SERDES/PHYs, focusing on delivering dense, high-speed digital logic.
Such integration means customers can achieve the same execution speed and density as discrete FPGAs, tailored precisely to their design needs. This flexibility means the exact ratio of logic, DSP, and RAM can be configured for any given process node. The EFLX eFPGA has been incorporated across multiple working chips and is currently in design for many others. The technology delivers substantial reductions in power and area, as unnecessary DSPs or BRAMs can be eliminated.
The EFLX eFPGA broadens its applicability across a variety of nodes ranging from 180nm to advanced 18A and offers users extensive control over their SoC architecture. This adaptability is further enhanced by supporting a myriad of use cases from data encryption to communication, ensuring efficient interoperability and future scalability. With its proven compiler software, customers can integrate their functionality rapidly and effectively, ensuring minimal latency and efficient processing.
