With the continuous acceleration of digital transformation, the application of multimedia technology continues to expand in various industries, especially in ultra-high-definition video, intelligent terminal display, and video processing. Globally, the growing demand for high-quality video content from enterprises and markets is driving rapid iteration and innovation of related technologies. In this context, the self-developed "Linglong" series of multimedia processors launched by ARM Technology have become an important engine to accelerate the implementation of ultra-high-definition display and video processing technology.
The two core products launched by ARM Technology this time, "Linglong" DPU (Display Processing Unit) and VPU (Video Processing Unit), not only expand its multimedia processor product line, but also further establish the company's technological leadership in the field of semiconductor IP. Especially under the trend that 4K/8K ultra-high-definition video applications are gradually becoming the mainstream, the rapid iteration of the "Linglong" processor family has brought a new round of impetus to the global ultra-high-definition video market.
1.market demand promotes technological innovation
In recent years, the global demand for ultra-high-definition video content has grown dramatically. Whether it's smartphones and smart TVs in consumer electronics, or remote conferencing systems and video surveillance in the commercial sector, high-definition, high-frame-rate video displays are becoming the standard for these end products. At the same time, with the popularization of 5G networks, the transmission capacity of video data has been significantly improved, enabling ultra-high-definition video to be transmitted and applied more efficiently.
In this context, ARM Technology launched the "Linglong" DPU and VPU based on accurate insight into market demand. DPU is mainly aimed at display processing scenarios, and its characteristics include flexible expansion, high efficiency, low latency, and low system bandwidth requirements, especially in scenarios such as automotive cockpits, smartphones, and PCs, which can provide smoother and clearer picture displays. The VPU is aimed at video processing scenarios, and its encoding quality for 4K/8K resolution is improved by more than 25%, significantly enhancing video encoding and decoding capabilities. This makes it highly applicable in the fields of video conferencing, cloud video processing, and distance education.
Figure: The wide application of ARM Technology's multimedia technology
2. Analysis of core technical highlights
The reason why ARM Technology's "Linglong" processor can stand out from many competitors is mainly due to its breakthrough in core technology. Taking DPU as an example, it is not only an image display processing unit, but also one of the important achievements of ARM Technology's independent research and development. D8, D6, and D2 are three DPUs with different specifications, which adapt to the needs of different terminal devices and have high flexibility and adaptability. For example, the efficient display processing capabilities of the D8 DPU are particularly suitable for instrument cluster displays in the automotive cockpit, while the D6 and D2 DPUs can provide optimized display performance for mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets.
Figure: Structure of ARM Technology's exquisite DPU series
On the other hand, the new generation of VPUs, especially the V510 and V710 series, supports the latest video coding standard, H.266. This encoding standard reduces bandwidth requirements for transmission and storage by more than 30% without sacrificing video quality, which is especially important for cloud applications and edge computing devices that need to process large amounts of video data. For example, video surveillance equipment in the field of intelligent security needs to record high-definition video continuously for a long time, and traditional video coding solutions often face bottlenecks in storage space and bandwidth, and VPU's optimized coding technology solves this problem and significantly improves the efficiency of the system.
Figure: The structure of ARM's exquisite VPU series
3. The driving force of technical standards and industry applications
In addition to breakthroughs in technical performance, "Linglong" processors have also promoted the evolution of industry technology standards. VPU's support for the H.266 standard not only helps reduce transmission and storage costs, but also lays the foundation for future UHD video applications. As a new generation of video coding standards around the world, H.266 is of great importance. As more and more video application scenarios move from 4K to 8K, the efficient processing power of VPU makes it a key force in promoting the development of ultra-high-definition video.
In the design of the "Linglong" series of processors, ARM Technology fully considers the compatibility and scalability of the system. The series of products achieves deep synergy with the Arm architecture, making it not only a stand-alone processor, but also co-built with other Arm chips to build an efficient multimedia processing platform. This flexibility not only improves the performance of the end device, but also gives the device manufacturer more options to better meet the needs of different markets.
4. self-research capabilities and the rise of China's semiconductor industry
The launch of ARM's self-developed "Linglong" series marks a breakthrough in the core technology of Chinese semiconductor companies. The R&D and launch of self-developed chips represent the company's ability to master the whole chain from design, production to testing. This ability is not only reflected in the performance of the product, but also in the application level of the market. ARM Technology's continuous expansion in the domestic and foreign markets is inseparable from its investment in technology research and development.
According to data from ARM Technology, the shipment of chips in its self-developed business has exceeded 500 million, and more than 150 core technology patents have been obtained. These achievements not only demonstrate the company's technological strength, but also reflect the great progress of China's semiconductor industry in terms of self-sufficiency. With the increasing global demand for semiconductor technology, Chinese semiconductor companies are gradually getting rid of their dependence on external technologies and forming a relatively complete independent R&D and production capacity. This is of great significance for the long-term development of the entire industry.
ARM's successful experience has undoubtedly provided a useful reference for other semiconductor companies in China. In the context of the current accelerated reshaping of the global semiconductor industry pattern, enterprises with independent research and development capabilities will occupy a more favorable position in the future market competition.
5. Looking to the future: the infinite possibilities of ultra-high-definition video
As the global demand for ultra-high-definition video applications continues to grow, ARM's "Linglong" series processors will undoubtedly play an increasingly important role. From 4K to 8K, and then to possible 16K in the future, the evolution of video display technology will further promote the expansion of multimedia application scenarios. ARM's continued investment in this area means that it will continue to maintain its leading position in future technological innovations.
In particular, driven by emerging technologies such as 5G, AI, and the Internet of Things, UHD video is not limited to the consumer sector, but will also have a profound impact in industries such as healthcare, education, and industrial manufacturing. Through independent R&D and continuous innovation, ARM Technology is expected to further promote the digital transformation of these industries and bring more cutting-edge technology solutions to the global market.
In general, the "Linglong" DPU and VPU processors developed by ARM Technology not only demonstrate the company's strength in technological innovation, but also reflect its keen grasp of market demand. With the continuous expansion of ultra-high-definition display technology and video processing applications, the "Linglong" series processors will continue to lead the future development of the ultra-high-definition video industry and become an important force to promote the progress of the industry.
Epilogue
Through its independent research and development of "Linglong" DPUs and VPUs, ARM Technology has made remarkable achievements in the field of multimedia technology. This not only promotes the progress of technology, but also provides the possibility for the wide application of ultra-high-definition video. With the development of more application scenarios in the future, ARM's "Linglong" processors will continue to show strong competitiveness in the global market and bring more innovation possibilities to the industry.
