SiEngine's Dragon Eagle-1 Chip Finds Its Way Into Over 200,000 Vehicles
SiEngine, a chip startup backed by Geely, has announced that its Dragon Eagle-1 chip is now being used in more than 200,000 vehicles. This automotive-grade chip, manufactured entirely in China, was released in December 2021 and has gained significant traction in the market.
The Dragon Eagle-1: Powering Various EVs
The Dragon Eagle-1 chip can be found in a range of electric vehicles (EVs), including the Lynk & Co 08 SUV, 06 EM-P SUV, and Livan 7 SUV, all manufactured by Geely. Additionally, SiEngine has received orders from other EV manufacturers, such as FAW, for over 20 different models.
A Compact and Powerful Solution
The Dragon Eagle-1 is an integrated circuit that consolidates all the necessary components of a system into a single chip. Despite its small size, measuring about 83 sq. mm (as small as a fingernail), it packs a powerful punch. With 8.8 billion transistors and 87 layers of circuitry, the chip's CPU boasts 8 cores, while its GPU features 14 cores. Furthermore, it includes programmable NPU, ISP, VPU, and DSP clusters, making it a versatile solution for automotive applications. The Dragon Eagle-1 chip is built using the 7nm fab process, ensuring high performance and energy efficiency.
A Joint Venture with Strong Support
SiEngine is a joint venture between ECARX and ARM China. ECARX, founded by Geely's founder Eric Li (Li Shufu), is an automotive technology provider, while ARM is a chip design company based in the UK and owned by Softbank. Both ECARX and ARM have played a crucial role in supporting SiEngine in its early IP design and tape-out. In 2022, SiEngine received significant investments from multiple sources, including FAW and diversified industrial chains, through its Series A/A+ financing. This injection of capital has propelled SiEngine's development, as evidenced by the success of the Dragon Eagle-1 chip.
Future Expansion and Advancements
SiEngine, technically owned by Geely, is steered by Shen Ziyu, who serves as the Chairman and CEO of ECARX, as well as Xingji Meizu, a Geely subsidiary. Moving forward, SiEngine plans to continue enhancing the capabilities of the Dragon Eagle-1 chip and expanding its usage across a broader range of EV brands.
With its Dragon Eagle-1 chip gaining significant traction in the market and a strong foundation backed by Geely, SiEngine is poised for further success in the automotive chip industry.
