The main difference between 5G integrated chips and non-integrated chips is their design and functionality. First, an integrated on-chip (SOC) is a system-on-chip that integrates multiple functions on a single chip. 5G integrated chips typically include components such as baseband, processor, memory, and radio frequency, allowing for more efficient data processing and transmission speeds. This design enables the integrated chip to have higher performance and lower power consumption, which is suitable for high-performance mobile devices and iot devices.
In contrast, a discrete chip is a separate component, each with its own function and task. 5G non-integrated chips usually include RF chips, baseband chips, memory chips, etc., which are each responsible for different tasks and communicate through interfaces. This design makes the non-integrated chip more flexible and scalable, suitable for different application scenarios and device types. In addition, there are differences in manufacturing processes and costs between integrated and non-integrated chips. Integrated chips typically employ advanced manufacturing processes, such as 7 nm or more advanced process technology, to achieve higher performance and lower power consumption. Non-integrated chips can use different manufacturing processes to meet different performance and cost requirements. In short, 5G integrated chips and non-integrated chips have advantages and disadvantages, and which chip to choose depends on specific application scenarios, performance requirements, power requirements and cost factors.
5G integrated chips have low power consumption and increased cost, and non-integrated chips occupy a large area of the mobile phone and increase power consumption.