Silvaco Expands Silicon IP Portfolio with Production-Ready MIPI PHY Solutions
Event summary
- Silvaco announced the immediate availability of Mixel MIPI 'Production Ready Offerings' (PRO IP) on March 10, 2026.
- The portfolio includes MIPI PHY (D-PHY, C-PHY, M-PHY) and multi-standard SerDes IP, supporting mobile and adjacent markets like automotive, VR/AR, IoT, and wearables.
- Mixel's MIPI PHY IP offers patented implementations like D-PHY RX+, reducing area by 35% and leakage power by 50% in production testing.
- The IP solutions are silicon-proven in 9 foundries and 12 nodes, from 180nm down to 5nm.
The big picture
Silvaco’s move strengthens its position in the semiconductor IP market by expanding its offerings in high-performance connectivity solutions. The acquisition of Mixel and the launch of these production-ready IP solutions align with the industry’s shift toward advanced process nodes and high-growth applications. This strategic expansion could enhance Silvaco’s competitive edge in the EDA and semiconductor design sectors.
What we're watching
- Market Expansion
- How Silvaco will leverage Mixel’s IP to penetrate high-growth markets like automotive and IoT.
- Competitive Positioning
- Whether Silvaco can sustain its leadership in mixed-signal IP against competitors like Arm and Synopsys.
- Technical Execution
- The pace at which Silvaco integrates Mixel’s IP into its broader semiconductor design ecosystem.
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