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Amlogic (USA) Ltd., also known as Amlogic, Inc. (sometimes stylized AMLogic) is a fabless semiconductor company that was founded on March 14, 1995, and is headquartered in Mountain View, California. It predominantly focuses on designing and selling system-on-a-chip (SoC) solutions. Amlogic has offices worldwide including Mountain View (HQ), Bangalore, Seoul, Singapore, Tokyo, London, Milan, Munich, Japan, Taiwan, and Novi Sad, Serbia, and offices in Hong Kong and China.[3]

Key Information

It developed Video CD player chips and later chips for DVD players and other applications involving MPEG2 decoding.[4] Am logic was involved in the creation of the HVD (High-Definition Versatile Disc) standard promoted in China as an alternative to DVD video disks used in DVD players.[5] The company was a player in the developing Chinese tablet processor market since 2010–2013.[6][7]

Amlogic is an ARM licensee[8][9] and uses the ARM architecture in the majority of its products as of 2014. According to a joint press release with ARM in 2013, it was the first company to use ARM's Mali-450 GPU in a configuration with six cores or more.[10]

Products

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Tablet computer SoC

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AML8726 family

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  • Amlogic AML8726-M – Legacy single core ARM Cortex A9-based SoC with ARM Mali-400 GPU released in 2011, with a 16-bit DRAM interface and manufactured on a 65 nm process.[6][11]
  • Amlogic AML8726-M3 – Legacy single-core ARM Cortex A9-based SoC with ARM Mali-400 GPU, released in 2012, with a 16-bit DRAM interface and manufactured on a 45 nm process.[12]
  • Am logic MX (also known as AML8726-M6) – Dual-core ARM Cortex A9-based SoC with ARM Mali-400 MP2 GPU, released in 2012 on a 40 nm process.[13][14]

M8 family (announced 2013)

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  • Am logic M802 (originally called AML8726-M8) – Quad-core ARM Cortex A9-based SoC with ARM Mali-450 MP6 GPU[10][15] running at 600 MHz.[16] Supports 4 GB DRAM and 4K2K display output. 64-bit DRAM interface, manufactured on a 28 nm HPM process.[17]
  • Amlogic M801 – Similar to M802 but with DRAM limited to 2 GB and display output limited to 1080p.[13][17]
  • Amlogic M805 – Quad-core ARM Cortex-A5-based SoC with Mali-450 MP2 GPU in a reduced-size 12 mm x 12 mm LFBGA package.[13][17]

The M801/802 uses a new version of ARM's Cortex-A9 core (A9r4) that theoretically allows for higher clock speeds and lower power consumption compared to older versions of the Cortex A9 core such as the A9r3 used in Rockchip RK3188.[17]

Originally scheduled to be in production as early as the middle of 2013[18] in the form of the AML8726-M8, as of April 2014, only one tablet (Onda V975M)[19] has been announced using a chip from the M8 family.

A few manufacturers have shown Android TV boxes using the M802 (Shenzhen Tomato Technology,[15] Tronsmart,[20] Eny Technology[20] and GeniaTech[21]). It has been noted that some devices using the M802 may run hot and use a heatsink for cooling.[15] This is common among other popular OTT set top boxes such as the Amazon Fire TV which uses a metal shell to disperse heat, much like a heatsink would.[22]

TV SoCs

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Media player SoCs (S8 family)

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Amlogic also offers SoC products (S802, S805, and S812) specifically targeting Android TV boxes and OTT set-top boxes (which are variations of similar SoCs in the M series targeting tablets).[23]

S8**-H models include Dolby/DTS licenses.

Media player SoCs (S9 family)

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First 64-bit Amlogic Products lineup. On August 28, 2016, all members of the S9 family were reported to be internally limited to 1.5 GHz instead of the advertised 2.0 GHz clock rate. As of that date, it was not clear if the limitation was due to hardware, firmware or software issues.[25][26]

  • Amlogic S805X – A low cost version of S905X SoC with 1.2 GHz quad-core ARM Cortex-A53-based SoC with a Mali-450 MP3 GPU, with hardware support for HEVC/H.265/VP9 decoding up to 1080p.
  • Amlogic S905 – Quad-core ARM Cortex-A53-based SoC with a Mali-450 MP3 GPU running at 750 MHz,[16] supports hardware decoding up to 4K@60fps for multiple formats including H.265 10-bit, H.264, AVS+.
  • Amlogic S905X – Similar to S905 except it supports up to 4K@60fps VP9 profile-2 hardware decoding, HDR, HDMI 2.0a and having a built-in DAC.
  • Amlogic S905L – Similar to S905X except it supports HDMI 2.0b but lack VP9 decoding, camera interface and TS inputs.
  • Amlogic S905D – Similar to S905X except it supports DVP (Digital Video Port) interface.[27]
  • Amlogic S905W – A low cost variant of the S905X, it supports video decoding only up to 4K@30fps.
  • Amlogic S905Z – Similar to S905X (VP9 hardware decoding, HDR, 4K@60fps ...), but no more details known about it, used in the third generation Amazon Fire TV and the Fire TV Cube.
  • Amlogic S912 – Octa-core ARM Cortex-A53-based SoC (Big.LITTLE configuration 4x1.5 GHz and 4x1.0 GHz) with a Mali-T820 MP3 GPU running at 600 MHz.[16]
  • Amlogic S922X – Hexa-core ARM Cortex-A73 & ARM Cortex-A55-based SoC (Big.LITTLE configuration 4x1.8 GHz and 2x1.9 GHz) with a Mali-G52 MP4 GPU running at 800 MHz.[16]
  • Amlogic S928X – Penta-core ARM Cortex-A76 & ARM Cortex-A55-based SoC (Big.LITTLE configuration 1x1.8 GHz and 4x2.0 GHz) with a Mali-G57 MC2 GPU running at 800 MHz.[16]

S9**(*)-H models include Dolby/DTS licenses.

Devices based on them are already in the market running Android 5.1 to 7.1, they are usually paired with 1 GB, 2 GB or 3 GB RAM, 8 GB to 64 GB flash memory, they have features such as a Gigabit Lan and Dual band 2.4G/5G A/C WiFi.

S905X was scheduled to be released in Q1 2016 while S905D and S912 were scheduled for Q2 2016. All three of the SoCs have Android Marshmallow and Buildroot Linux SDKs released.

Media player SoCs (S9 family gen 2)

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At IBC 2018 Amlogic showed to the public for the first time their second generation SoCs for media players on reference boards running Android TV 9.[28]

  • Amlogic S905X2 – Quad-core ARM Cortex-A53-based SoC with a Mali-G31 MP2 "Dvalin" GPU and adds to the first generation SoCs support to HDMI 2.1 at 4k60 and to the HDR formats of Dolby Vision and TCH Prime.[29]
  • Amlogic S905Y2 – Silmilar to the S905X2, built for smaller HDMI dongles and because of that it loses some features like Ethernet, DVP (Digital Video Port) interface, CVBS (Composite video).[29]
  • Amlogic S922X – Quad-core ARM Cortex-A73+Dual-Core ARM Cortex-A53-based SoC with a Mali-G52 MP4 GPU.[28]

Media player SoCs (S9 family gen 3)

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  • Amlogic S905X3 – quad core Cortex-A55 SoC. The S905X3 has an optional Neural Network Accelerator with 1.2 TOPS NN inference accelerator supporting TensorFlow and Caffe.[30] Arm Mali G31 MP2 GPU with support for OpenGL ES 3.2, Vulkan 1.0 and OpenCL 2.0 support.
  • Amlogic S922D – Quad-core ARM Cortex-A73+Dual-Core ARM Cortex-A53-based SoC with a Mali-G52 MP4 GPU. The S922D has a Neural Network Accelerator with 2.5 TOPS (16-bit?) and 5.0 TOPS (8-bit?) NN inference accelerator supporting TensorFlow and Caffe.[31]

Media player SoCs (S8 & S9 family gen 4)

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According to a leaked roadmap, Amlogic was to launch its next generation of media processors starting from Q4 2019.[32] The main new feature is support of AV1 video decoding in hardware. Three new SoCs are in development:

  • Amlogic S905X4 (Q4 2019): Mid-range SoC pin-compatible with S905X2 and -X3 processors. Adds 4k 120fps AV1 decoding.[33]
  • Amlogic S805X2 (Q2 2020): Low-end SoC with at least 1080p AV1 decoding. Quad-core ARM Cortex-A35 based SoC with Mali G31 MP2 GPU.
  • Amlogic S908X (Q3 2020): High-end SoC with 8K 60fps AV1 and AVS3 decoding, HDMI 2.1 and unknown CPU and GPU.[34]
  • Amlogic S905Y4 (Q3 2022): Quad-core ARM Cortex-A35 based SoC with a Mali-G31 MP2 GPU. Adds AV1 hardware decoding (AV1 MP-10@L5.1 up to 4Kx2K@60fps).

Smart speakers and audio applications SoCs

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In Q3 2017 Amlogic released new SoCs targeting smart speakers and audio applications.

  • Amlogic A111 – Quad-core ARM Cortex-A5-based SoC,2-channel I2S input and output, TDM/PCM input and output, up to 8 channels, S/PDIF output, Ethernet 100M and RGB888 output
  • Amlogic A112 – Quad-core ARM Cortex-A53-based SoC, 8-channel I2S and S/PDIF input and output, TDM/PCM input and output, up to 8 channels, 2-channel PDM input, Ethernet 1Gig and LVDS/MIPI-DSI panel output
  • Amlogic A113 – Similar to A112 except it support 16 I2S channels, 8 PDM channels.
  • Amlogic A311X – Support 2ch sensor input maximum 8M pixel ISP. Neural Network Accelerator up to 5 Tops. Quad core ARM Cortex-A73 and dual core ARM Cortex-A53 high performance CPU architecture. Low latency 1080p H.265/H.264 60fps encoder. USB3.0/PCIE High speed data interface. Power management auxiliary processor.
  • Amlogic A311D – Hexa-core SoC featuring 4x ARM Cortex-A73 cores and 2 ARM Cortex-A53 cores. The GPU would be a 4-core Mali-G52 ARM with support for Vulkan 1.1, OpenGL 3.2 and OpenCL 2.2. It also has a Neural Processing Unit (NPU) for AI inference. The VPU supports 4K2K@60 Hz with CEC, HDR and 4K decoding h.265, VP9 and AVS2.[35]

Smart Vision series SoCs

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Wireless Connectivity series products

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  • Amlogic W155S1 – Amlogic W155S1 is an integrated Wi-Fi and Bluetooth combo chip. It has a host interface of SDIO3.0 for Wi-Fi and UART HS for Bluetooth. Wi-Fi is designed to be fully compliant with IEEE 802.11ac standard and operated at both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz band. It can support up-to 80 MHz bandwidth and PHY data rate of 433 Mbit/s. Located in the same die is the Bluetooth system that can support both Classic BDR/EDR and BLE mode.

Connectivity Connectivity – USB 2.0, USB 3.0, HDMI 2.1 Wi-Fi -Wi-Fi/IEEE 2.4 GHz/5 GHz 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax Bluetooth-Bluetooth 4.1 Audio-SPDIF, PCM, TDM, PDM, I2S, DAC

Automotive Electronics series products

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  • Amlogic V901D – 64-bit quad core ARM Cortex-A55 CPU, ARM Mali-G31 MP2 GPU processor, Neural Network Processor up to 1 Tops, HIFI 4 DSP for ultra-low power far-field voice, Automotive AEC-Q100 grade 3, HW UHD 4K AV1/H.265/VP9 10-bit video decoder, DolbyVision, HDR10/10+, HLG, Prime HDR, HDMI 2.1 receivers with dynamic HDR, ALLM, eARC and HDCP 1.4/2.2/2.3 support, PDM/I2S/TDM interface for far-field voice.

Other products

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The Amlogic MX, S802 and S805 SoCs are also targeted at media dongles.[38]

Amlogic also offers SoCs targeting smart TVs and projectors, including M6L, M6C, M6D, M948, T826, T828, T866, T868, T962, T966 and T968.[39]

Comparison table

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Model Number Fab CPU GPU Memory Technology Ethernet

Speed

Hardware

Decoding

Hardware

Encoding

Sampl. Avail-
ability
Utilizing Devices
ISA μarch Cores Freq.

(GHz)

μarch Freq.

(MHz)

Type Bus width
AML8726-M 65 nm ARMv7-A Cortex-A9 1 1.0 Mali 400 MP 250 DDR3/3L

533 MHz

32-bit 100M H.264 1080p 30fps 2011 OTT/IP/DVB STB, TV dongle, Smart home
AML8726-M3 40 nm 2012
AML8726-MX/MXS/M6 2 1.5 Mali 400 MP2 400 DDR3/3L,

LPDDR2

533 MHz

Tablet, TV dongle
AML7366-M6C DDR3/3L,

LPDDR2/3

800 MHz

2011 OTT/IP/DVB STB, TV dongle, Smart home
M801, M802 28 nm

HKMG

Cortex-A9r4 4 2.0 Mali 450 MP6 600 64-bit H.265 4K 30fps H.264 1080p 30fps Tablet
M805, M806 Cortex-A5 1.5 Mali 450 MP2 500 32-bit ? H.265 1080p 60fps Tablet, Smart projector
T826 Mali 450 MP4 600 ? H.264 720p 30fps Smart TV, Smart projector
T828 ? Smart TV
T866 Cortex-A9r4 1.8 Mali 450 MP6 64-bit 1GbE H.265 4K 30fps H.264 1080p 60fps Smart TV, Smart projector
T868 H.264 1080p 30fps Smart TV
T962 ARMv8-A Cortex-A53 1.5 Mali 450 MP3 750 ? 100M Smart TV
T966 1.8 Mali T830 MP2 650 ? 1GbE Smart TV
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T968 ?
S802 ARMv7-A Cortex-A9r4 4 2.0 Mali 450 MP6 600 DDR3/3L,

LPDDR2/3

800 MHz

32-bit 100M H.265 720p,

H.264 4K HP@L5.1 30fps (AVC) 60fps (MVC)

H.264 1080p 30fps Q1 2014 OTT/IP/DVB STB, TV dongle, Smart home
List
  • Xiaomi's Mi Box Pro,[40] Baidu's Shadow Stick 3,[41] Tronsmart's Vega Elite S89,[42] and the MINIX NEO X8-H.[43]
S805 Cortex-A5 1.5 Mali 450 MP2 500 32-bit H.265 1080p MP@L4.1 60fps,

H.264 4K HP@L4.2 60fps

Q2 2014 OTT/IP/DVB STB, TV dongle, Smart home
List
S805X ARMv8-A Cortex-A53 1.2 Mali 450 MP3 ? ? ? H.265, H.264, VP9 1080p (60fps?) H.264 1080p 2017
S812 ARMv7-A Cortex-A9r4 2.0 Mali 450 MP6 600 DDR3/3L,

LPDDR2/3

800 MHz

32-bit H.265 4K 30fps,

H.264 4K HP@L5.1 30fps (AVC) 60fps (MVC)

H.264 1080p 30fps Q2 2014 OTT/IP/DVB STB, TV dongle, Tablet, Smart home
List
S905 ARMv8-A Cortex-A53 1.5[25][26] Mali 450 MP3 750 DDR3/3L,

LPDDR2/3 1066 MHz

64-bit[47] H.265 4K MP-10@L5.1 60fps,

H.264 4K HP@L5.1 30fps (AVC) 60fps (MVC)

H.264 1080p 60fps Q2 2015 OTT/IP/DVB STB, TV dongle, Smart home
List
S905W ? ? ?
S905L 64-bit[48]}
S905D DDR3/3L,

LPDDR2/3 1200 MHz

H.265 4K MP-10@L5.1 60fps,

VP9 4K profile 2 60fps,

H.264 4K HP@L5.1 30fps (AVC) 60fps (MVC)

S905X Q2 2016 OTT/IP/DVB STB, TV dongle, Smart home
List
S912 8 Mali T820 MP3 1GbE H.265 1080p 60fps Q2 2016
S905Y2 12 nm 4 1.8 Mali G31 MP2 850 DDR3/3L/4, LPDDR3/4 1066 MHz ? H.265 4K MP-10@L5.1 75fps,

VP9 4K profile 2 60fps, H.264 4K HP@L5.1 30fps (AVC) 60fps (MVC)

H.265 4K 75fps Q4 2018
S905X2 H.265 4K 75fps Q3 2019
S905X3 ARMv8.2-A [51] Cortex-A55 1.91 H.265 4K 75fps Q4 2019
S905X4 ARMv8.2-A [52] Cortex-A55 H.265 4K MP-10@L5.1 75fps,

VP9 4K profile 2 60fps,

H.264 4K HP@L5.1 30fps (AVC) 60fps (MVC)

4Kp120 AV1

Q4 2019
S922X ARMv8-A [53] Cortex-A73 + Cortex-A53 4 + 2 1.8 + 1.9 Mali G52 MP6 800 DDR3/DDR3L/LPDDR3 1066 MHz, DDR4 1333 MHz, LPDDR4 1600 MHz 1GbE H.265 4K MP-10@L5.1 60fps,

VP9 4K profile 2 60fps,

H.264 4K HP@L5.1 30fps (AVC) 60fps (MVC),

MPEG-1/2/4 VC-1 up to 1080p 60fps

H.265/H.264 1080p 60fps Q4 2017
A311D ARMv8-A [53] Cortex-A73 + Cortex-A53 4 + 2 1.8 + 1.9 Mali G52 MP4 800 DDR3/DDR3L/LPDDR3 1066 MHz, DDR4 1333 MHz, LPDDR4 1600 MHz 1GbE H.265 4K MP-10@L5.1 60fps,

VP9 4K profile 2 60fps,

H.264 4K HP@L5.1 30fps (AVC) 60fps (MVC),

MPEG-1/2/4 VC-1 up to 1080p 60fps

H.265/H.264 1080p 60fps Q2 2019
S922XJ ARMv8-A [54] Cortex-A73 + Cortex-A53 4 + 2 2.2 + 1.9 Mali G52 MP6 820 DDR4-1320/LPDDR4 1GbE H.265 4K MP-10@L5.1 60fps,

VP9 4K profile 2 60fps,

H.264 4K HP@L5.1 30fps (AVC) 60fps (MVC),

MPEG-1/2/4 VC-1 up to 1080p 60fps

H.265/H.264 1080p 60fps Q1 2020
S928X ARMv8.2-A [55] Cortex-A76 + Cortex-A55 1 + 4 1.8 + 2.0 Mali G57 MC2 800 DDR4 3200 MHz, LPDDR4 1600 MHz 1GbE H.265 4K MP-10@L5.1 60fps,

VP9 8K 2 60fps,

H.264 4K HP@L5.1 30fps (AVC) 60fps (MVC),

AV1 8K MP-10@L6.1 60fps,

MPEG-1/2/4 VC-1 up to 1080p 60fps

H.265/H.264 4K@60fps Q1 2023
S905X5 6 nm ARMv9-A Cortex-A510 4 2.0 Mali G310 V5 1000 LPDDR5 3200 MHz 64-bit 1GbE H.266/VCC 4K@120fps

H.265 4K@120fps

AV1 4K@120fps

H.264 4K@30fps

H.265/ H.264 4K@60fps Q2 2025 *contains 4 TOPS NPU (enables AI-SR (super resolution)
Model Number Fab CPU GPU Memory Technology Ethernet

Speed

Hardware

Decoding

Hardware

Encoding

Sampl. Avail-
ability
Utilizing Devices

Markets and sales

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Amlogic does not publish sales or financial information on its website.

The company is listed as a client of several venture capital firms.[56][57]

In the market for SoCs targeting Chinese tablet manufacturers and manufacturers of Android media players, TV boxes and media dongles, it faces competition primarily from Rockchip, Allwinner Technology, Actions Semiconductor, MediaTek, Intel and Realtek.[58][59][60][61] Amlogic was reported to be fourth largest application processor supplier for Chinese tablets in 2012.[7] For Q2 2014, Amlogic was reported to be the fifth largest supplier, after Rockchip, MediaTek, Allwinner and Actions Semiconductor.[62] Chinese SoC suppliers that do not have cellular baseband technology are at a disadvantage compared to companies such as MediaTek that also supply the smartphone market as white-box tablet makers increasingly add phone functionality to their products.[63]

In 2011, the AML8726-M was selected as one of the "hottest" processors by EE Times China,[6] while in 2012, the AML8726-MX won EE Times-China's Processor of the Year award.[64]

Open source commitment

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Amlogic maintains a website[65] dedicated to providing source code for the Linux kernel and Android SDK supporting Amlogic chips and reference designs. The Linux kernel source code is freely available, and has recently (as of April 2014) been updated to support certain chips in the M8 family as well as the older MX family, with Android versions up to 4.4 (KitKat) being supported (based on Linux kernel version 3.10.x). However, the Android SDK requires a NDA and is only available to business partners. The source code includes Linux kernel 3.10.10, U-Boot, Realtek and Broadcom Wi-Fi drivers, NAND drivers, "TVIN" drivers, and kernel space GPU drivers for the Mali-400/450 GPU.[66] XBMC/Kodi Amlogic S805 / M805 / S806 / M806 / S812 Android video decoding compatibility list: Android hardware - Official Kodi Wiki

However an effort to push Linux upstream support for the GX ARM64 lineup is ongoing on Linux for Amlogic — Linux for Amlogic Meson https://gitlab.com/pages/sphinx documentation. Currently[when?] only the AML8726MX, S802, S805 and S905 SoC are booting headless on Linux 4.8. But S905X, S905D and S912 Headless support is expected for Linux 4.10.[67]

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Amlogic, Inc. is a fabless semiconductor company specializing in the design, development, and sale of system-on-chip (SoC) solutions for multimedia consumer electronics and commercial applications, including smart TVs, set-top boxes, streaming media players, premium audio systems, AIoT platforms, and wireless connectivity devices. Founded on March 14, 1995, in Santa Clara, California, the company is headquartered in Mountain View, Silicon Valley, with global offices in locations such as Shanghai, Bangalore, Seoul, Singapore, Tokyo, London, and Munich to support research, development, and sales. Amlogic's subsidiary, Amlogic (Shanghai) Co., Ltd., established in 2003, drives much of its operations in China and achieved a significant milestone by listing on the Shanghai Stock Exchange's Science and Technology Innovation Board (STAR Market) on August 8, 2019, raising approximately CNY 1.58 billion. The company's SoC portfolio features advanced architectures like quad-core ARM Cortex-A processors, integrated GPUs, and AI accelerators, enabling features such as 8K video decoding, HDR processing, and edge AI capabilities in flagship series including the S905X, S912, S922X, and S928X. Amlogic's innovations have powered leading devices from global brands, contributing to its trailing 12-month revenue of approximately $881 million as of September 2025, with a focus on low-power efficiency and high-performance multimedia processing.

Overview

Founding and Early Focus

Amlogic was established on March 14, 1995, in , by John Zhong and a group of co-founders as a fabless company specializing in system-on-chip (SoC) designs. Headquartered initially in , the company aimed to deliver innovative integrated circuits without owning fabrication facilities, leveraging partnerships with foundries to produce its chips. John Zhong, an experienced engineer with a background in from the Georgia Institute of Technology, served as the driving force behind the venture, focusing on cost-effective solutions for emerging consumer multimedia technologies. From its inception, Amlogic concentrated on developing chips for (VCD) and DVD players, emphasizing early decoders to enable affordable video playback in home entertainment devices. The company's initial product lineup targeted the rapidly growing market for digital media players in and beyond, where VCDs offered a bridge between analog and digital formats. Amlogic quickly gained traction among manufacturers seeking compact, efficient solutions for video decoding with its VCD decoder chips. This was followed by DVD solutions incorporating decoders that supported higher-quality video and progressive-scan capabilities, positioning the company as a key supplier for players. In the mid-2000s, Amlogic expanded its multimedia expertise by collaborating with Chinese firms such as , , TCL, and Konka on the development of the High-Definition Versatile Disc (HVD) standard. Intended as a high-capacity alternative to traditional DVD formats, HVD aimed to store up to 20 GB on a single-layer disc using enhanced encoding techniques, promoting indigenous technology adoption in China's sector. Amlogic's involvement included providing core decoding chips and contributing to the standard's technical specifications, reflecting its early commitment to advancing video storage and playback innovations amid global format competitions.

Headquarters and Business Model

Amlogic is headquartered in , in the heart of , which serves as the primary base for its global operations and strategic decision-making. The company maintains major research and development (R&D) facilities and operational hubs in , , through its subsidiary Amlogic (Shanghai) Co., Ltd., founded in 2003, supporting its extensive engineering workforce and proximity to key manufacturing ecosystems in . Additional offices are located worldwide, including in Bangalore, , , , , and several European cities, facilitating collaboration with international partners and customers. As a fabless semiconductor company, Amlogic focuses exclusively on the design and development of system-on-chip (SoC) solutions, outsourcing all manufacturing to third-party foundries. This model allows the company to leverage specialized expertise in architecture and integration without the capital-intensive demands of wafer fabrication facilities. For instance, Amlogic has utilized Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) for producing advanced SoCs, such as its S812 chip on the 28HPC process node. Amlogic generates revenue primarily through the sale of its SoC designs to original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) in the sector, providing turnkey solutions for devices like smart TVs and media players. While the company also licenses (IP) elements as part of its offerings, the core business revolves around delivering optimized, -based architectures to enable high-performance multimedia and AI applications. As of 2025, Amlogic employs approximately 1,800 people globally, with a strong emphasis on architecture specialists driving innovation in embedded systems.

History

Early Years (1995–2009)

Amlogic was founded in 1995 in , as a fabless company specializing in system-on-chip (SoC) solutions for multimedia applications. Initially headquartered in , the company concentrated on developing integrated circuits to support emerging formats, positioning itself at the forefront of technology for consumer devices. In its early years, Amlogic developed MPEG-1/2 decoders for Video CD (VCD) players, enabling cost-effective playback of compressed digital video and audio on optical media. In 2003, the company established its Shanghai subsidiary to support growing operations in China. These early chips addressed the growing demand for affordable home entertainment systems in Asia and beyond, where VCDs served as a popular precursor to DVDs by offering CD-quality video reproduction. By integrating decoding hardware, Amlogic's solutions reduced reliance on software-based processing, improving performance and accessibility for manufacturers. Amlogic later entered the DVD market with integrated audio/video processors that combined video decoding with audio handling capabilities, streamlining production for DVD players. These processors supported higher-resolution video and multi-channel audio, contributing to the rapid adoption of DVDs as a superior alternative to and VCDs. Amlogic's focus on single-chip integration minimized component counts, lowering costs and enhancing reliability in . From 2004 to 2008, Amlogic played a key role in the development of China's High-Definition Versatile Disc (HVD) standard, an indigenous optical media format intended to rival international high-definition standards like Blu-ray and . Aiming to foster domestic innovation in HD content delivery, Amlogic co-founded the HVD Alliance in on April 28, 2004, to standardize and promote the technology for enhanced video capacity and playback features. The effort reflected broader national goals for technological self-reliance in multimedia storage. Throughout this period, Amlogic secured numerous patents related to video decoding algorithms and architectures, building a robust foundation that supported its growth in semiconductors.

Expansion in Consumer Devices (2010–2019)

During the , Amlogic shifted its focus toward the burgeoning markets for mobile devices and , capitalizing on the rise of Android tablets and smart televisions. This period marked a significant expansion for the company, as it developed system-on-chip (SoC) solutions optimized for , moving beyond its earlier emphasis on digital set-top boxes. By introducing ARM-based processors tailored for high-performance , Amlogic positioned itself as a key supplier in China's rapidly growing tech ecosystem, enabling affordable devices that supported emerging standards like playback. In 2011, Amlogic launched the AML8726 family, its first major SoC line for Android tablets, featuring a single-core processor paired with a Mali-400 GPU for graphics acceleration. This was followed in 2012 by the dual-core , the AML8726-MX, clocked at up to 1.5 GHz, which enhanced multitasking and capabilities for budget-friendly tablets. These chips quickly gained traction among Chinese manufacturers, contributing to Amlogic's robust shipment growth in the tablet SoC segment that year, as demand for low-cost Android devices surged. By 2012, the company had established itself as one of the leading domestic suppliers in this market, benefiting from the overall expansion of tablet production in . The M8 family debuted in 2013, representing Amlogic's entry into advanced applications with quad-core processors and support for 4K video decoding via 2.0. Devices powered by chips like the S802 (part of the M8 lineup) enabled early s and set-top boxes to handle ultra-high-definition content, including H.264 decoding at resolutions up to 3840x2160. This launch aligned with the global boom, allowing Amlogic to partner with OEMs for integrated solutions that combined processing power with connectivity features like Ethernet and . Building on this momentum, Amlogic introduced the S8 family in 2014, including the S812, a quad-core SoC with hardware acceleration for HEVC (H.265) decoding up to , targeted at media players and streaming boxes. The S9 family followed in 2015–2016, transitioning to 64-bit architecture with quad-core processors in models like the S905, which offered improved efficiency for 4K HEVC playback and Android-based media devices. These advancements solidified Amlogic's role in the consumer streaming market, powering a wide array of media players that supported and enhanced audio-video processing.

AIoT and Global Growth (2020–Present)

In the early 2020s, Amlogic continued to advance its multimedia processor lineup to support emerging video standards, building on its S-series architecture. The S905X4, announced in late 2019 and launched in 2020, introduced hardware support for the AV1 codec, enabling efficient 4K video decoding and extending its relevance into the decade for streaming devices. This was followed by the S928X in 2023, a high-end system-on-chip designed for 8K resolution playback, featuring a penta-core ARM Cortex-A76/A55 configuration to handle ultra-high-definition content in TV boxes and media players. Amlogic marked its strategic entry into the AIoT sector in the second quarter of 2025 with the S905X5, a quad-core processor fabricated on a 6nm process node and based on the ARMv9-A architecture. This chip includes a dedicated neural processing unit (NPU) delivering 4 of performance, optimized for AI-driven applications in smart home ecosystems, such as voice recognition and image processing in connected devices. To bolster its AIoT capabilities, Amlogic announced the acquisition of CMIND-SEMI in September 2025 for 316.1 million yuan, aiming to integrate advanced wireless communication technologies for IoT devices and connected vehicles. Concurrently, the company filed for a listing on the (HKEX) in September 2025 to raise capital for further AIoT expansion. By June 30, 2025, Amlogic had achieved a significant , shipping over 1 billion integrated circuits cumulatively.

Products

Tablet SoCs

Amlogic's tablet SoCs were primarily developed in the early to power low- to mid-range Android devices, focusing on cost-effective capabilities for emerging markets. The AML8726 family, introduced around 2011, served as an early entry point for dual-core processing in budget tablets. This SoC integrated two cores clocked at up to 1.5 GHz, paired with a Mali-400 GPU for basic 2D/3D graphics acceleration and 2.0 support. Designed for multimedia internet devices (MIDs) and low-cost Android tablets, it emphasized integrated video decoding for playback and efficient power management on a 45nm process node. Building on this foundation, the M8 family, announced in 2013, targeted mid-range tablets with quad-core processors running at up to 2.0 GHz. Variants like the AML8726-M8 incorporated an eight-core GPU configuration (equivalent to Mali-450 MP6 or higher) for improved graphics performance, including support for dual 1080p video streams and enhanced . These SoCs prioritized video decoding and cost-efficiency, making them suitable for Android tablets in price-sensitive segments, with features like HDMI output and hardware-accelerated media processing. Key features across Amlogic's tablet SoCs included integrated GPUs for graphics, emphasizing affordability and multimedia support over high-end performance. These chips were optimized for emerging markets, where low power consumption and basic multitasking were critical for entry-level devices. By the mid-2010s, Amlogic's focus shifted away from tablet-specific designs toward other , as competition intensified in the mobile sector.

TV SoCs

Amlogic's TV system-on-chips (SoCs) are designed specifically for smart televisions, emphasizing advanced video decoding, high-resolution display outputs, and integration with broadcast tuners to enable seamless 4K and beyond streaming, HDR rendering, and multi-channel audio processing directly within TV panels. These SoCs share architectural foundations with the broader S-series lineup used in media players but incorporate tailored features like outputs and tuner interfaces for embedded TV applications. Early entries into the TV market came through adaptations of the M8 and M9 series SoCs between 2013 and 2015, which introduced quad-core architectures optimized for 4K video handling in smart TVs. The M8 SoC, launched in 2013, featured a quad-core processor and supported initial 2.0 connectivity for 4K@30fps output, laying groundwork for HDR compatibility in subsequent iterations. By 2014-2015, the M9 series evolved this with enhanced video engines supporting and basic audio passthrough, enabling TVs to handle content without external processors. In 2016, Amlogic advanced TV SoC capabilities with the S912 and S912L, both octa-core processors clocked up to 2.0 GHz, paired with a Mali-T820 GPU for graphics rendering. These chips supported 4K@60fps hardware decoding for H.265/HEVC, , and H.264 formats, alongside HDMI 2.0a outputs and processing, making them suitable for mid-range smart TVs requiring smooth ultra-high-definition playback. The S912L variant offered cost-optimized power efficiency for entry-level models while maintaining core video performance. Later generations integrated premium audio-visual standards, including for dynamic metadata HDR and for object-based , enhancing immersion in high-end smart TVs. These features appeared prominently in S905X4 and subsequent series from 2019 onward, allowing bitstream passthrough via eARC and 2.1 interfaces. For 2025 updates, the S905Y5 SoC targets Android TV boxes and embedded TV applications with a quad-core processor at up to 1.7 GHz, featuring HDMI 2.1 for 4K@60Hz output with HDCP 2.3 and flexible AV outputs including and for legacy compatibility. This chip maintains 4K AV1 decoding while adding support for faster streaming, positioning it for next-generation budget smart TVs.

Media Player SoCs

Amlogic's Media Player SoCs form the backbone of its offerings for set-top boxes and media streamers, emphasizing efficient video decoding, connectivity, and evolving support for high-resolution formats. The S8 family, introduced in 2014, marked an early milestone with models like the S802 and S812, featuring quad-core processors clocked up to 2.0 GHz paired with Mali-450 MP6 GPUs. These chips provided foundational capabilities for basic streaming, including for 4K video playback via H.265 decoding, integration, and AV interfaces such as 2.0 and for audio output, enabling reliable performance in entry-level boxes. Building on this, the S9 family debuted in with the S905 series, shifting to more power-efficient quad-core cores at up to 2.0 GHz and Mali-450 or T830 GPUs, while introducing 10-bit HEVC decoding for enhanced and efficiency. Generations 1 through 3, spanning up to 2019 (including S905X and S905X2/X3 variants), progressively added 4K HDR support—such as and HLG—along with Profile-2 decoding at 4K@60fps and improved audio processing like Dolby Audio, allowing smoother handling of premium streaming content in devices like OTT players. These advancements reduced power consumption by up to 20% compared to predecessors through 12nm processes, prioritizing seamless 4K playback without excessive heat. The fourth generation of S8/S9 SoCs, launched from 2020 onward, further elevated capabilities with the S905X4, which retained Cortex-A55 cores but integrated hardware decoding for up to 4K@60fps, offering 30% better compression efficiency over HEVC for bandwidth savings in streaming services. This era also introduced the S905X5 in 2025, fabricated on a 6nm for 50% lower power draw and featuring a quad-core (Armv9) CPU with an integrated NPU for AI tasks. Key enhancements include 4K AI-SR upscaling, which uses neural networks to intelligently enhance sub-4K content to near-native resolution in real-time, and real-time vocal separation for audio applications like karaoke isolation. The S905X5 supports advanced codecs such as H.266/VVC and at higher frame rates, alongside and 5.2 for robust connectivity. Amlogic's Media Player SoCs are integrated in cost-effective, high-performance streamers. This is exemplified by integrations like Skyworth's AI-enabled set-top boxes, showcased at IBC 2025, which leverage the S905X5 for features such as AI motion detection and camera-based interactions to enhance user experiences in .

Audio and Smart Speaker SoCs

Amlogic's A-series system-on-chips, introduced starting in 2018, target audio-centric applications in smart home environments, featuring dual- or quad-core architectures optimized for efficient processing in compact devices. The A113X, for instance, employs a quad-core processor running at up to 1.5 GHz, enabling robust handling of audio workloads without requiring an external (DSP). Similarly, the A113L utilizes a dual-core ARM Cortex-A35 configuration for lower-power scenarios, supporting seamless integration into battery-conscious designs. These SoCs incorporate dedicated audio interfaces, such as 8-channel (PDM) inputs and multi-channel inter-IC sound (I2S) outputs, to facilitate advanced sound capture and playback in resource-limited systems. A key strength of the A-series lies in its integrated capabilities for voice processing, including far-field voice recognition that leverages the CPU's computational power for on-chip audio algorithms. This design supports flexible configurations—typically 2 to 6 microphones—enabling enhanced far-field voice pickup through techniques that focus on the speaker's direction while suppressing noise and echoes. Low-power modes are built-in to maintain always-on listening functionality, allowing devices to detect wake words with minimal , which is essential for continuous operation in smart home setups. Later variants like the A113X2 further refine these features for next-generation low-power smart audio processing. These SoCs find primary use in smart speakers and audio hubs, powering devices that integrate with voice assistants such as and for hands-free control. For example, the A113X drives the Smart Clock Essential, which supports Alexa-enabled far-field voice interactions from up to 2.4 meters away, demonstrating reliable performance in everyday scenarios. In 2025, A-series chips continue to appear in AI-enhanced audio boxes, serving as central hubs for voice-activated while tying into broader connectivity features from Amlogic's AI SoCs for seamless ecosystem integration.

AI Vision and Connectivity SoCs

Amlogic's Smart Vision series, introduced in 2022, represents a dedicated lineup of system-on-chips (SoCs) optimized for edge AI applications in vision processing, particularly for smart cameras and devices. The flagship C308X SoC features a quad-core processor clocked at up to 1.5 GHz, paired with a Neural Processing Unit (NPU) delivering up to 4 of AI inference performance, enabling efficient on-device processing without reliance on cloud resources. This series supports advanced video processing capabilities, including 4K@30fps decoding alongside 1080p@30fps encoding, and integrates an Image Signal Processor (ISP) for up to 5-megapixel sensor inputs, facilitating features like real-time and low-latency video analytics in systems. Building on architectures derived from Amlogic's media SoCs, the Smart Vision series incorporates specialized AI accelerators for tasks such as scene recognition, which analyzes environmental contexts to enhance device responsiveness in applications like automated monitoring. For instance, variants of the S905X5 SoC, with its 4 NPU, enable intelligent scene recognition in devices, allowing seamless integration of vision AI into consumer ecosystems for improved user interaction and . These SoCs are widely adopted in edge devices for their balance of power efficiency—fabricated on a 12nm process—and computational prowess, supporting H.264/H.265 encoding for compact, real-time streams in IoT deployments. In the realm of wireless connectivity, Amlogic announced the acquisition of CMIND-SEMI in September 2025, integrating advanced technologies to bolster IoT mesh networks and smart home interconnectivity. This move enhances Amlogic's portfolio with modules supporting for high-throughput, low-interference connections and 5.2 for robust, energy-efficient pairing in multi-device environments, targeting expansive AIoT applications like distributed sensor arrays in . The acquisition combines CMIND-SEMI's expertise in cellular and stacks with Amlogic's existing solutions, forming a comprehensive "cellular + optical + Wi-Fi" ecosystem for seamless device orchestration. A notable 2025 development is the collaboration with on AI camera-enabled set-top boxes (STBs), showcased at IBC2025, which leverage the S905X5M chipset for living room monitoring. This 6nm SoC integrates vision AI for features like motion tracking and , transforming traditional STBs into multifunctional hubs for and entertainment, with real-time analytics processed locally to ensure privacy and responsiveness.

Automotive SoCs

Amlogic introduced its series in 2021, targeting in-vehicle and applications with processors certified to AEC-Q100 Grade 3 standards for enhanced reliability in automotive environments. The flagship V901D SoC in this series features a quad-core CPU clocked up to 1.8 GHz, paired with an Mali-G31 MP2 GPU and a 1 TOPS neural processing unit (NPU) for efficient AI tasks. Built on a 12 nm process, it supports 32-bit DDR3/4 or LPDDR3/4 memory interfaces and eMMC 5.1 or SLC NAND storage, ensuring robust performance under demanding conditions. This qualifies the V901D for operation across a temperature range of -40°C to 85°C, making it suitable for extreme automotive scenarios such as engine compartments or exterior-mounted systems. The SoC includes multiple video inputs (up to three 2.1 and two CVBS) and outputs (V-by-One, LVDS, and 4K TCON), enabling support for multi-camera setups in applications and high-resolution displays up to 4K@60fps with HDR formats like and HDR10+. Video decoding covers 4K@60fps for , H.265, , and AVS2 codecs, while encoding reaches @30fps for H.264. Integrated with (AVB) facilitates real-time data transfer for infotainment connectivity. Key applications of the V901D include central systems for and media control, as well as rear-seat platforms with stereo DACs, , and multi-channel audio outputs like I2S and PDM. Its NPU and multi-input capabilities provide foundational support for basic advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), such as in multi-view camera feeds. With the announced acquisition of CMIND-SEMI in September 2025, Amlogic aims to bolster its automotive lineup with advanced wireless communication technologies, enhancing potential for (V2X) integration and connectivity in future variants. By 2025, Amlogic's automotive SoCs, including evolutions of the V901D series, have seen adoption in systems from Chinese manufacturers, contributing to the rapid growth of smart cockpit features in the domestic EV market.

Other Products

In its early development phase, Amlogic contributed to the High-Definition Versatile Disc (HVD) standard, a high-capacity format aimed at providing an affordable alternative to Blu-ray for playback in Chinese media players. Launched in 2008 through the founding of the HVD in , the technology was designed to support up to 30 GB of storage on single-layer discs and 100 GB on dual-layer ones, enabling widespread adoption in low-cost DVD players and set-top boxes within the domestic market. Although HVD decoders were integrated into early Amlogic chipsets for regional media players, the format saw limited global traction and has since become a legacy offering, overshadowed by streaming and solid-state alternatives. Amlogic also develops custom (IP) blocks, including hardware-accelerated video encoders and security modules, which are incorporated into their system-on-chip (SoC) designs to enhance processing and data protection. These components, such as the Amlogic Video Engine (), handle efficient encoding for formats like H.264 and HEVC, offloading computational tasks from the CPU to support real-time video applications in embedded devices. While primarily integrated within Amlogic's SoC families like the S905 series, these IP blocks provide foundational elements for secure content delivery and are adaptable for partner customizations in . In emerging areas, Amlogic powers AI home hubs, exemplified by the 4K AI Box announced by SDMC at IBC 2025, which serves as a non-set-top-box (STB) solution for smart living environments. This compact device, leveraging the Amlogic S905X5 SoC with a 4 TOPS neural processing unit (NPU), enables on-device AI features like voice control, personalized streaming recommendations, and integration with smart home protocols such as Matter over Thread for seamless device connectivity. Designed for intuitive home automation beyond traditional media playback, it supports 4K HDR video and energy-efficient processing to centralize AI-driven tasks like fitness tracking and content curation. Additionally, Amlogic supplies SoCs for miscellaneous embedded controllers used in industrial displays, providing robust processing for 24/7 operations in control panels, kiosks, and . For instance, the A311D chipset powers fanless industrial box PCs with multi-display outputs, supporting interfaces like , LVDS, and eDP for high-resolution visuals in harsh environments. These controllers, often configured with Android or , facilitate GPIO integration and touch interactions for applications in and public information systems, tying into Amlogic's broader SoC ecosystem for reliable performance.

Comparisons

Specification Table

FamilyCPU Cores/ArchGPUProcess NodeVideo DecodeNPU (TOPS)Power Consumption Range
AML8726Dual ARM Cortex-A9 @ 1.5 GHzMali-400 MP245 nmUp to 1080p H.264None<5 W
M8 (e.g., S802)Quad ARM Cortex-A9 @ 2.0 GHzMali-450 MP628 nm4K@30fps H.264None5-10 W
S9 (e.g., S905)Quad ARM Cortex-A53 @ 2.0 GHzMali-450 MP328 nm4K@60fps H.265, VP9None5-10 W
S9 (e.g., S928X)Octa-core ARM Cortex-A76/A55 @ up to 2.0 GHzMali-G576 nm8K@60fps H.265, AV1, H.26610+5-15 W
S905X5Quad ARM Cortex-A510 (Armv9) @ 2.5 GHzMali-G310 V56 nm4K@120fps AV1, H.26645-15 W
A-series (e.g., A311D)4x ARM Cortex-A73 @ 2.2 GHz + 2x ARM Cortex-A53 @ 1.8 GHzMali-G52 MP412 nm4K@60fps H.265, VP955-15 W
Automotive (e.g., V901DZ)Quad ARM Cortex-A55 @ 1.6 GHzMali-G31 MP212 nm4K@60fps H.265, 1080p@60fps AV1None5-10 W

Performance Analysis

Amlogic SoCs demonstrate solid performance in benchmarks, particularly for streaming and applications. For instance, the S905X5 achieves an score of approximately 271,000, reflecting efficient CPU, GPU, and memory handling suitable for 4K media playback and light multitasking. Hardware-accelerated enables real-time transcoding, such as converting 4K content to streams with minimal latency, supporting multiple simultaneous sessions in edge devices. Key strengths of Amlogic SoCs lie in their cost-effective capabilities, where they excel in 4K and 8K video decoding compared to similarly priced competitors like and Allwinner. These chips support advanced formats including , H.265, and HDR10+, delivering smooth playback without excessive power draw, making them ideal for budget TV boxes and media players. In AI-driven edge devices, integrated NPUs like the AI-SR in the S905X5 series provide efficient on-device for tasks such as video upscaling and scene recognition, outperforming prior generations in power-normalized . However, Amlogic SoCs exhibit limitations in raw graphics performance, with Mali GPUs lagging behind Qualcomm's counterparts in demanding and gaming benchmarks; for example, the S905X4 scores significantly lower than the Snapdragon 835 in GPU tests. High-end configurations can also encounter thermal challenges, where temperatures exceeding 70-80°C trigger throttling, reducing sustained performance during prolonged loads. In 2025, the S905X5 has emerged as a standout for AI-enabled set-top boxes (STBs), offering up to 50% improved power efficiency over previous 12nm generations like the S905X4, thanks to its 6nm process node. This enables extended operation in smart home devices with features like real-time AI subtitle and vocal separation, while maintaining low energy use.

Markets and Operations

Market Share and Sales

Amlogic has achieved significant commercial milestones in the market, with cumulative chip shipments exceeding 1 billion units as of June 30, 2025. In 2024, the company's SoCs powered approximately 33% of global smart set-top boxes and 20% of smart televisions, underscoring its dominant position in terminal applications. The firm's revenue reached 5.926 billion Chinese yuan (approximately $823 million) in , marking a 10.34% year-over-year increase and surpassing $500 million annually for the first time. For the nine months ended September 30, 2025, revenue reached CNY 5.071 billion, a 9.29% increase year-over-year. This growth was primarily driven by strong demand in overseas markets, which accounted for over 91% of , with key contributions from emerging economies in and beyond. Geographically, Amlogic's sales are concentrated in , comprising the majority of its overseas revenue through established distribution channels, while domestic sales in represented about 9% of the total in 2024. The company has expanded into and , achieving growth via partnerships and wholly-owned subsidiaries that facilitate product distribution in these regions. Amlogic encountered headwinds from global supply chain disruptions between 2020 and 2022, exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic, semiconductor shortages, and reliance on third-party foundries like TSMC, which constrained production capacity and slowed shipment growth during this period.

Key Competitors and Partnerships

Amlogic operates in a competitive landscape within the system-on-chip (SoC) market for consumer electronics, particularly set-top boxes (STBs) and multimedia devices, where it faces rivals offering differentiated positioning based on cost, performance, and features. Rockchip emphasizes cost-effective solutions with strong support for industrial and AI applications, such as its RK3588 chipset enabling 8K multi-display and neural processing unit (NPU) acceleration, making it a go-to for mid-range devices. Allwinner targets the budget segment with affordable chipsets like the H618, dominating low-cost Android TV boxes while providing decent performance for entry-level streaming. MediaTek, positioned in the premium tier, leads in TV SoCs with high industry penetration through advanced integrations, capturing significant market share alongside vendors like Novatek and Realtek for high-end smart displays and multimedia processing. Amlogic differentiates itself in the mid-tier STB niche by balancing performance and compatibility, particularly for 4K/8K Android TV applications, where it excels in high-end models without the premium pricing of MediaTek. Key partnerships bolster Amlogic's manufacturing and product ecosystem, starting with Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) as its primary fabrication partner, enabling advanced nodes like 6nm processes for efficient, high-performance chips such as the S905X5 series. Collaborations with device makers like Skyworth and SEI Robotics focus on 2025 AI-enabled devices; for instance, Skyworth's AI Motion Technology STB integrates Amlogic's S905X5 for immersive fitness and entertainment features, while SEI's AI-Entertainment STB leverages the same chipset for AI-driven audio enhancements like karaoke. Amlogic also secures Google Android TV certification for its platforms, ensuring compatibility with Google Play, Assistant, and streaming apps in certified devices like SEI's WOW! TV Pro, which supports Widevine L1 for high-resolution content. Strategic alliances further enhance Amlogic's multimedia and connectivity capabilities. With Dolby Laboratories, Amlogic integrates advanced audio technologies like Dolby Vision for HDR visuals and Dolby Atmos for immersive sound in chipsets such as the S912 and S905X5, enabling premium home entertainment experiences in STBs and soundbars. For core architecture, Amlogic licenses IP from ARM, incorporating Cortex-A CPU cores and Mali GPUs—such as the ARMv9 architecture in its latest SoCs—to deliver up to 40K DMIPS of processing power for multimedia and AI tasks. In September 2025, Amlogic announced plans to acquire CMIND-SEMI to strengthen its AIoT and connectivity portfolio, integrating Matter-over-Thread support for smart home devices like the W265S2-M SoC. Amlogic maintains a strong market positioning in China-dominated segments, particularly over-the-top (OTT) boxes and STBs, where its chipsets power a majority of 4K Android TV devices due to reliable compatibility, cost-efficiency, and support for local streaming services, solidifying its mid-tier leadership in this high-volume ecosystem.

Open Source and Community

Linux Kernel Support

Amlogic began contributing mainline Linux kernel patches for its GXBB, GXL, and GXM series system-on-chips in 2016, marking an early effort to integrate these ARM Cortex-A53-based processors into upstream kernel development. These patches addressed core hardware features such as HDMI controllers, Ethernet PHY handling, and eMMC storage, with initial submissions appearing in September 2016 for the GXL family, including variants like the S905X. Subsequent merges in kernels 4.10 and later expanded support for graphics controllers and other peripherals on these SoCs. By 2017, community collaborations further refined this integration, transitioning from Amlogic's proprietary 3.10/3.14 kernels to fully upstream-compatible codebases. Amlogic maintains the OpenLinux platform through its official repository at openlinux.amlogic.com, which hosts Board Support Packages (BSPs) tailored for ARM64 SoCs, including device tree overlays for configuring peripherals like display outputs and storage interfaces. These BSPs, accessible via Amlogic's repositories upon request, provide developers with kernel sources, U-Boot bootloaders, and documentation for building customized embedded systems on hardware such as the GX family. The overlays enable flexible hardware adaptation without recompiling the entire device tree, supporting features like 2.0 and video decoding on reference boards. Upstream efforts have advanced significantly with the Mali GPU drivers, particularly the open-source Panfrost driver, which was merged into the Linux kernel starting with version 5.10 to support Amlogic's integrated Mali-G52 Bifrost GPUs on G12B and related SoCs. This integration introduced device-specific quirks for compatibility, enabling hardware-accelerated graphics rendering in mainline distributions. As of 2025, ongoing upstream work targets newer processors like the S905X5, with community-driven kernels incorporating initial device tree bindings and driver patches for its Cortex-A510 cores and enhanced media capabilities. These contributions have fostered a vibrant open-source around Amlogic hardware, enabling the creation of custom ROMs for media players, such as those in projects like and CoreELEC, which leverage mainline kernels for 4K video playback and home theater applications on S905-series devices. This support extends to embedded use cases, where Amlogic SoCs power certified -based systems in set-top boxes and single-board computers, benefiting from stable upstream drivers for long-term deployments.

Android Ecosystem Contributions

Amlogic has contributed to the Android ecosystem by releasing open-source Android SDKs tailored for its S9xx series system-on-chips (SoCs), enabling developers and original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to build customized for consumer devices such as smart TVs and set-top boxes (STBs). These SDKs include based on Android Open Source Project (AOSP) branches, with support extending up to (codename ) for chips like the S905X3 and S905X4, facilitating integration of advanced features into environments. In these SDKs, Amlogic provides Layer (HAL) implementations that support hardware-accelerated video codecs, including AV1 decoding for efficient 4K streaming and HEVC (H.265) for high-efficiency video processing, particularly in media-focused SoCs like the S905X4 and S905X5. Additionally, for AI-enhanced SoCs such as the S905X5, extend to camera APIs that leverage neural processing units (NPUs) for on-device image processing and tasks, improving performance in applications requiring real-time AI inference. Amlogic ensures (GMS) compliance for its TV and chips through reference designs and certification tools, allowing OEMs to meet requirements for seamless access to Store, Assistant, and functionalities. The company also supplies SDK components and build tools that support OEM customization, such as firmware repackaging and feature toggling, to streamline device adaptation without compromising compatibility. In 2025 updates, Amlogic integrated AI NPU drivers into the for the S905X5 SoC, enabling compatibility with Android's ML Kit for tasks like video upscaling (AI-SR) and , building on the underlying base for efficient . These drivers enhance on-device AI processing in Android 14-based systems, supporting low-latency inference for consumer applications.

References

  1. https://wiki.postmarketos.org/wiki/Amlogic_AML8726-MX
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