In terms of process technology, consumer electronic products represented by mobile phones are far ahead of automotive chips. But last night, this situation changed.
Qualcomm released the 4th generation Snapdragon car digital cockpit platform and brought the world's first 5nm car chip, pointing out the direction for the evolution of next-generation car architecture.
According to reports, the 4th generation Snapdragon car digital cockpit platform is not only equipped with the most advanced 5nm process in the industry but also uses the 6th generation Qualcomm Kryo CPU, Qualcomm Hexagon processor, multi-core Qualcomm AI engine, 6th generation Qualcomm Adreno GPU and Qualcomm Spectra ISP is comparable to the flagship mobile phone SoC Snapdragon 888.
Qualcomm said that driven by high complexity, cost, and the need for central computing integration performance, the automotive digital cockpit is evolving to a regional system of electronic/electrical (E/E) computing architecture.
The 4th generation Snapdragon automotive digital cockpit platform is the hub of high-performance computing, computer vision, AI and multi-sensor processing. It provides three levels, including the performance level for entry-level platforms and the flagship level for mid-level platforms ( Premiere) and Paramount for supercomputing platforms.
At the functional level, the 4th generation Snapdragon car digital cockpit platform supports the integration of multiple ECUs and domains, including the instrument panel and cockpit, augmented reality head-up display (AR-HUD), information audio and video, rear seat display, rearview mirror replacement ( Electronic rearview mirror) and in-car monitoring services.
In addition, it also provides video processing capabilities and supports integrated driving record and monitoring functions.
In addition to powerful performance, its biggest advantage is that all three levels use the same software architecture and framework, which can reduce development complexity and shorten the commercial time. At the same time, it helps automakers provide a consistent user experience for different car levels and minimize Its maintenance cost.
In addition, the platform also supports Qualcomm's Soft SKU function for cloud services, which can be upgraded through OTA to allow consumers to continuously obtain the latest features and functions throughout the life cycle of the car.
At present, Qualcomm has obtained information, audio, video and digital cockpit projects from 20 of the world's leading 25 automakers, with a total order value of more than US$8 billion.
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| Nakul Duggal, senior vice president, and general manager of the automotive business of Qualcomm Technologies holds the fourth-generation Snapdragon automotive digital cockpit platform SoC |
It is reported that the main highlights of the 4th generation Snapdragon car digital cockpit platform are as follows:
1. High-performance computing
The 6th generation Kryo CPU provides the power and performance required for next-generation automotive digital cockpit calculations.
2. Rich graphics and multimedia support, immersive in-car experience
The latest generation of Adreno GPU supports high-performance and low-power graphics image, video, and display processing units, which can render multiple high-resolution displays and provide visual 3D graphics images. Drivers and passengers can experience entertainment content on different displays.
Passengers can share the same entertainment experience on different displays, or they can enjoy their own high-resolution displays and media content exclusively.
The new platform uses enhanced pixel processing functions, supports multiple high-definition camera access, and after stitching and processing, it can support the visualization of the environment in or around the car.
In addition, the new platform can support up to 16 camera access through the serial interface and can support more cameras through the Ethernet interface.
3. Highly intuitive AI experience
The advanced AI engine supports personalized settings for drivers and passengers, in-car virtual assistants, natural voice control, language understanding, driver monitoring, driver and occupant recognition, and adaptive man-machine interface.
The AI engine support system continuously learns and adapts to the preferences of drivers and passengers, not only covering media or information, audio and video content, but also car control functions, such as a seat and rearview mirror positions, HVAC (air conditioning control), and temperature personalized settings for different seats, Audio content and volume preference, provide drivers with an interactive interface that suits their preferences and vehicle atmosphere.
4. Situational awareness and security enhancement functions
For intelligent, interference-free driver assistance systems, including in-vehicle monitoring, child and driver recognition, and ultra-high-definition surround view monitoring that improves roadside safety through object detection.
5. Immersive audio
Personalized multi-sound zones, clear in-vehicle communication, active noise reduction and echo cancellation customized for each user can provide engine and road noise suppression functions.
6. Connection support
It is pre-integrated with Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.2, and supports mobile mirroring technologies such as hotspots, high-speed games, and wireless Android Auto.
7. Car networking and cellular car networking (C-V2X) support
The pre-integrated Qualcomm Snapdragon Automotive 5G platform supporting C-V2X technology provides the high bandwidth required for seamless streaming, OTA upgrade, and gigabit upload and download functions.
It is reported that the 4th generation Snapdragon car digital cockpit platform is scheduled to start mass production in 2022, and the car development kit is expected to be ready in the second quarter of 2021.
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