Keysight Technologies, Inc., a global leader in electronic design and test solutions, has announced its groundbreaking Low-Power Double Data Rate 6 (LPDDR6) design and test solution. This complete workflow solution is set to transform the memory market, enabling faster device and system validation while addressing the growing demands of AI, mobile, and edge computing applications.
As the memory market evolves to meet the needs of high-performance computing, AI, and energy-efficient mobile devices, LPDDR6 emerges as a game-changer. With its enhanced performance and efficiency, LPDDR6 is poised to support next-generation compute systems, making it a critical upgrade for modern devices.
The Growing Complexity of Memory Testing
The adoption of next-generation memory technologies like LPDDR6, HBM4, and GDDR7 has significantly increased test complexity. Ensuring reliability and performance while reducing test times remains a constant challenge. Keysight’s LPDDR6 solution addresses these challenges head-on, offering advanced test automation tools that streamline validation and characterization processes.
Keysight’s Comprehensive LPDDR6 Workflow Solution
Keysight’s LPDDR6 solution combines transmitter and receiver test applications with the Advanced Design System (ADS) Memory Designer workflow. This integrated approach accelerates design confidence from simulation to verification and test. Key components of the solution include:
- UXR Oscilloscope: Delivers precise measurements with industry-leading low-noise technology.
- M8040A Bit Error Ratio Tester: Enables accurate signal integrity analysis and receiver validation.
- Keysight EDA Software: Facilitates seamless integration with design workflows.
Key Benefits of Keysight’s LPDDR6 Test Solution
Keysight’s LPDDR6 solution offers a host of benefits designed to accelerate time-to-market and optimize device performance:
Accelerate Time-to-Market
- Advanced Transmitter Testing: Fully automated compliance testing and characterization reduce validation time.
- Precision Measurements: Capture accurate data quickly using low-noise technology.
- Streamlined Debugging: Debug design issues faster with advanced data analysis tools.
- Extrapolated Eye Mask Testing: Analyze device BER performance with confidence.
- Specialized De-embedding: Achieve accurate signal measurements directly from BGA packages.
Optimize Device Performance
- Comprehensive Receiver Testing: Validate designs using proven Bit Error Ratio (BER) methodology.
- Performance Pinpointing: Test against multiple jitter, crosstalk, and noise scenarios to identify issues early.
- Signal Integrity Maximization: Optimize receiver equalization for enhanced performance.
- Interoperability Assurance: Validate both device and host controller compatibility.
Deliver Next-Generation Memory Solutions
- Higher Data Rates: Enable faster user experiences with support for increased data rates.
- Energy Efficiency: Extend battery life and reduce power consumption in mobile and data center applications.
- Enhanced Reliability: Build more stable products with improved data integrity and system stability features.
LPDDR6: Beyond Mobile Devices
While LPDDR6 is set to revolutionize mobile devices, its impact extends far beyond. The new memory standard’s combination of high performance and power efficiency makes it ideal for:
- AI and Machine Learning: Supports the computational demands of AI algorithms.
- High-Speed Digital Computing: Enhances processing power for advanced applications.
- Automotive Systems: Ensures reliable performance in connected and autonomous vehicles.
- Data Centers and Edge Computing: Balances processing power and energy consumption for critical applications.
Industry Leadership and Collaboration
Keysight Technologies has been at the forefront of memory design and test solutions, collaborating with JEDEC to develop the LPDDR6 standard. According to Dr. Joachim Peerlings, Vice President and General Manager of Network and Datacenter Solutions at Keysight, “The LPDDR6 standard is set to revolutionize the market, offering unprecedented speed, efficiency, and reliability. This milestone enables faster time-to-market for LPDDR6 memory designs, supporting the industry’s AI Edge rollout.”
See It at DesignCon 2025
Keysight’s LPDDR6 receiver and transmitter solution will make its public debut at DesignCon 2025, held on January 29-30 in Santa Clara, California. Visit booth number 1039 to explore this cutting-edge technology firsthand.
Conclusion
Keysight Technologies’ LPDDR6 design and test solution is a game-changer for the memory market, addressing the growing demands of AI, mobile, and edge computing. With its advanced testing capabilities, energy efficiency, and industry-leading performance, LPDDR6 is set to redefine the future of memory systems.
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