Cadence Launches New Tensilica DNA 100 Processor IP Delivering Industry-Leading Performance and Power Efficiency for On-Device AI Applications
Summary
This enables the DNA 100 processor to maximize throughput with a smaller array, as evidenced by its ability to achieve up to 2,550 frames per second (fps) and up to 3.4TMACs/W (in 16 nm) of estimated on-device inference performance on ResNet 50 for a 4K MAC configuration. “The applications for AI processors are growing rapidly, but running the latest neural network models can strain available power budgets,” said Mike Demler, senior analyst at the Linley Group. As a result, the DNA 100 processor has robust software ecosystem support for different network types, including classification, object detection, segmentation, recurrent and regression. Cadence enables electronic systems and semiconductor companies to create the innovative end products that are transforming the way people live, work and play. The company’s System Design Enablement strategy helps customers develop differentiated products—from chips to boards to systems—in mobile, consumer, cloud datacenter, automotive, aerospace, IoT, industrial and other market segments.