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Silicon Power Computer & Communications Incorporated, commonly referred to as Silicon Power and as SP, is an international brand and a Taiwan-based manufacturer of flash memory products, including flash memory cards, USB flash drives, portable hard drives, DRAM modules, card readers, solid-state drives, USB adapters, and other industrial-grade computer products.
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Overview
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Silicon Power is headquartered in the Neihu district of Taipei, Taiwan, and was founded in 2003. Silicon Power produces digital memory.
Corporate information
[edit]Silicon Power has offices in Taiwan, Japan, the Netherlands, Balkan, China, India, the United States, as well as manufacturing facilities in Taiwan and logistics facilities in Taiwan and Netherlands. In 2012, Silicon Power became a public company on the Taipei Exchange.[1]
In a 2010 survey by the Common Wealth Magazine, Silicon Power was ranked 11th in the top 1,000 fastest growing manufacturers in Taiwan, and first in the semiconductor industry.[2]
History
[edit]Silicon Power was founded in the Neihu district of Taipei, Taiwan, in 2003.[3] Between 2004 and 2008, branches were opened in the Netherlands and Japan.[citation needed]
See also
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- ^ "Create the Most Valuable Memory". Archived from the original on 11 December 2011. Retrieved 18 October 2011.
- ^ "SILICON POWER COMPUTER & COMMUN (4973.TWO) Stock Price, Quote, History & News – Yahoo Finance". finance.yahoo.com. Retrieved 13 May 2020.
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Corporate Profile
Founding and Headquarters
Silicon Power Computer & Communications Inc. was established on February 18, 2003, by a group of specialists in international business, global marketing, and technical engineering in the flash data storage industry, with an initial emphasis on research and development in flash memory technologies.[6][3] The founding team aimed to innovate in portable data storage solutions, leveraging expertise in the burgeoning field of NAND flash applications.[7] The company's legal entity, Silicon Power Computer & Communications Inc., is headquartered in the Neihu District of Taipei City, Taiwan, at 7F, No. 106, Zhouzi Street.[8] This location serves as the primary base for administrative, research, and development operations, reflecting the firm's roots in Taiwan's technology hub.[9] Over time, the headquarters has expanded from its initial setup in Neihu to encompass multiple facilities dedicated to R&D and administration, supporting the company's growth in flash memory manufacturing.[10] This evolution underscores Silicon Power's commitment to maintaining a strong operational presence in Taipei while fostering innovation in storage technologies.[2]Global Operations
Silicon Power maintains a global operational footprint with offices and facilities across Asia, Europe, and North America to support its international sales, distribution, and customer service needs. The company's headquarters is located in Taipei, Taiwan, serving as the central hub for strategic decision-making and administration. Additional key branches include a subsidiary in the United States in Fremont, California, which handles North American market operations; offices in Shanghai and Wuhan, China, focused on regional production support and sales; two locations in Japan, one in Tokyo and another in Osaka, for East Asian distribution; subsidiaries in Hong Kong and India (Bangalore); and a branch in Almere, Netherlands, dedicated to European logistics and coordination.[11][12][13][1] Manufacturing operations are primarily concentrated in Taiwan, where the company operates its main assembly facility in Xizhi District, New Taipei City, for producing storage devices and components. This site supports core production activities, including final assembly and quality control. Logistics hubs complement these efforts, with facilities in Taiwan for domestic and export handling, and the Netherlands branch in Almere facilitating efficient distribution across Europe.[12][11] The company employs approximately 410 people worldwide as of 2024, with the majority based in Taiwan to drive research and development, manufacturing, and administrative functions.[14] This distribution enables Silicon Power to leverage local expertise in Taiwan while maintaining agile support in international markets.[15] Silicon Power's supply chain emphasizes partnerships with leading NAND flash memory suppliers to ensure reliable component sourcing for its products. The structure incorporates just-in-time logistics principles, utilizing its Taiwan and Netherlands hubs to optimize global distribution, minimize inventory costs, and respond promptly to regional demand variations.[2]Products and Solutions
Consumer Storage Devices
Silicon Power offers a range of consumer storage devices designed for personal use, including USB flash drives, portable solid-state drives (SSDs), external hard disk drives (HDDs), and memory cards, emphasizing portability, reliability, and compatibility across everyday devices. These products cater to users needing quick data transfer and backup for photos, videos, documents, and gaming content, with capacities spanning from 32GB to 4TB to accommodate varying storage needs.[16][17] The company's USB flash drives, such as the Blaze series, provide compact, high-speed options for on-the-go file sharing and storage. For instance, the Blaze B50 model features a USB 3.2 Gen 1 interface with read speeds up to 240 MB/s and write speeds up to 140 MB/s, available in capacities up to 256GB, and includes a cap-less retractable design with a carbon fiber surface for durability and ease of use. These drives are compatible with PCs, Macs, and Linux systems, making them suitable for personal data transfer without the need for additional software.[18][19][20] Portable SSDs from Silicon Power, like the DS72 and PX10 models, deliver faster performance than traditional HDDs for consumers seeking robust external storage. The DS72 supports USB 3.2 Gen 2 connectivity with read/write speeds up to 1050/1000 MB/s and capacities up to 2TB, featuring a slim, 2-in-1 design with both USB Type-C and Type-A connectors for seamless compatibility with PCs, smartphones, and gaming consoles such as PlayStation and Xbox. Similarly, the PX10 offers up to 4TB capacity in a pocket-sized form factor with USB 3.2 Gen 2 speeds reaching 1050 MB/s read, ideal for backing up large media libraries. Many models, including the Bolt B80 variant, incorporate durability features like IP68 dust- and waterproof ratings and shockproof construction capable of withstanding drops up to 122 cm, ensuring reliability during travel or daily commutes.[21][22][23] External HDDs in Silicon Power's consumer lineup, such as the Armor A80 and Vault A30, focus on high-capacity, rugged storage for personal backups and media archiving. The Armor A80 provides up to 5TB of space via USB 3.0, with a waterproof and shockproof enclosure certified for outdoor use, while the Vault A30 offers 1TB to 2TB options with USB 3.2 Gen 1 compatibility for PCs and consoles. These drives prioritize affordability and ease of portability in slim 2.5-inch form factors, supporting plug-and-play operation across Windows, macOS, and gaming platforms.[24][25] For photography, mobile recording, and gaming on the go, Silicon Power's SD and microSD memory cards, including the Elite series, serve as essential consumer accessories. These cards range from 32GB to 256GB capacities with UHS-I U3/V30 speed classes, delivering read speeds up to 100 MB/s for smooth 4K video capture and app loading on devices like smartphones, action cameras, drones, and Nintendo Switch. They include adapters for broader compatibility with SD slots in PCs and cameras, emphasizing reliable performance for content creators and casual users without enterprise-level complexities.[26][27] Overall, Silicon Power positions its consumer storage devices as cost-effective, durable solutions for individual data management, highlighting features like broad device compatibility and protective designs to appeal to everyday users focused on personal storage and backup needs.[2][28]Industrial and Enterprise Solutions
Silicon Power offers a range of industrial-grade solid-state drives (SSDs) designed for demanding enterprise environments, including the SSU3H0S U.2 PCIe Gen4 model optimized for server applications with high-speed data transfer capabilities.[29] These SSDs support NVMe protocols and are available in formats such as 2.5-inch, M.2, and U.2, ensuring compatibility with various server and storage architectures.[29] Key specifications include a wide operating temperature range of -40°C to 85°C, enabling reliable performance in extreme conditions, and high endurance ratings, with some models achieving up to 3,000 TBW for sustained write operations in heavy workloads.[30][29] The company also provides RAID solutions, enhancing data redundancy and efficiency for enterprise storage arrays.[31] For embedded applications, Silicon Power's modules, including industrial flash cards (SD, microSD, CF, CFast) and USB 3.0 modules, cater to IoT devices with pSLC NAND options offering up to 60,000 program/erase cycles for long-term reliability.[32] These embedded solutions incorporate features like power loss protection (SPOR) and SMART monitoring to maintain data integrity in compact, power-constrained setups.[32] In terms of applications, Silicon Power's industrial storage is widely used in surveillance systems for continuous video recording, automotive in-vehicle systems for real-time data processing, and medical equipment requiring secure, high-reliability storage.[29][33] Additionally, these solutions support edge computing for AI workloads, providing low-latency access in distributed environments like automated manufacturing and intelligent transportation.[33][34] Customization options include OEM services for branded industrial storage, allowing clients to integrate enhanced security features such as AES 256-bit encryption and TCG Opal 2.0 compliance to meet specific compliance and protection needs.[35][29] This focus on durability and scalability distinguishes these offerings from consumer-grade devices, prioritizing enterprise-level performance over portability.[36]Emerging Technologies
Silicon Power has been advancing its portfolio in high-performance memory solutions to meet the demands of high-performance computing and artificial intelligence applications. The company's DRAM modules, including DDR5 UDIMMs, CUDIMMs, and CSODIMMs under the XPower series, are designed for enthusiasts and professionals requiring elevated data throughput. These modules support speeds reaching up to 8000 MT/s for UDIMMs and even higher at 9200 MT/s for CUDIMMs, with capacities scaling to 128 GB through dual-module kits such as 2x64 GB configurations.[37][38] CSODIMMs, optimized for compact systems, operate at baseline speeds of 6400 MT/s with 16 GB densities and low-voltage operation at 1.1 V, enabling efficient integration in space-constrained high-performance setups.[37] Additionally, Silicon Power has introduced DDR5-7200 CUDIMM and CSODIMM memory modules optimized for AI platforms, featuring speeds of 7200 MT/s, 64 GB capacity, 1.1 V operation, on-die ECC, and an extended temperature range of -20°C to +95°C, making them suitable for AI workloads such as edge AI, vision systems, and inference accelerators.[39] In solid-state drive technology, Silicon Power's next-generation PCIe Gen5 NVMe SSDs, exemplified by the XPower Cyclone series, deliver sequential read speeds exceeding 14,000 MB/s and capacities up to 4 TB, leveraging a 6 nm controller for enhanced endurance and thermal management. These drives are particularly suited for gaming rigs and AI training workloads, where rapid data access minimizes bottlenecks in large model processing and real-time rendering.[37] The integration of SLC caching further boosts sustained performance during intensive read/write operations, positioning the Cyclone as a competitive option for users upgrading from PCIe Gen4 interfaces.[37] Silicon Power's AI-focused innovations emphasize storage architectures tailored for machine learning environments, incorporating high-bandwidth memory (HBM) integrations alongside optimized NAND flash configurations for data center deployments. These solutions address the escalating data volumes in AI inference and training by providing low-latency access to vast datasets, with NAND flash variants benefiting from rising demand driven by AI expansion.[40] For edge and data center applications, the company has introduced rugged SSDs like the MEC3M0R series, achieving up to 845K read IOPS while supporting encryption and wide temperature ranges, ensuring reliability in AI-driven industrial controls and surveillance systems.[41] Since 2024, Silicon Power has redirected R&D investments toward DRAM business expansion, aiming for it to constitute 30% of total revenue by 2026, with targeted growth in three key areas: DDR5 module proliferation for mainstream adoption, HBM development to capitalize on AI-driven bandwidth needs, and NAND flash optimization amid doubled year-on-year pricing due to data center surges. This strategic pivot, announced by company leadership, shifts focus from traditional flash dominance (previously 80% of revenue) to balanced memory offerings, prioritizing high-end applications in gaming, industrial automation, and AI infrastructure across Asian markets.[40]History
Establishment and Early Growth
Silicon Power emerged amid Taiwan's semiconductor boom, which accelerated in the late 20th century following the establishment of the Industrial Technology Research Institute in 1973 and the founding of United Microelectronics Corporation in 1980, laying the groundwork for the island's dominance in chip manufacturing and related technologies.[42] By the early 2000s, this ecosystem had fostered expertise in flash memory, enabling a group of specialists in data storage to capitalize on growing demand for portable solutions. Silicon Power Computer & Communications Inc. was founded in 2003 in Taipei's Neihu district, focusing initially on high-quality flash-based products to meet the rising needs of consumer and mobile computing markets.[43][8] From 2003 to 2008, the company achieved key milestones in product development and international expansion. It launched its first USB flash drives in 2004, quickly followed by memory cards and portable hard drives, which formed the core of its early portfolio and drove initial market penetration in Asia. By 2008, Silicon Power had established branch offices in the Netherlands and Japan to support entry into European and East Asian markets, enhancing distribution and local presence amid global demand for compact storage. These efforts positioned the company as a reliable provider in a sector characterized by rapid innovation.[44][45] Early growth was not without hurdles, as Silicon Power navigated volatile supply chains for NAND flash components, exacerbated by overcapacity and pricing fluctuations in the mid-2000s that affected the entire memory industry. The 2008 global financial crisis further intensified a historic downturn in NAND demand, compelling the company to optimize sourcing and production efficiency. Simultaneously, building brand recognition proved challenging in a competitive landscape dominated by larger incumbents, requiring targeted marketing and quality differentiation to secure partnerships and consumer trust. Through these obstacles, Silicon Power achieved steady revenue expansion, reaching significant scale by the end of the decade while maintaining a commitment to reliable, user-focused storage solutions.[46][47]Expansion and Public Listing
During the late 2000s and early 2010s, Silicon Power significantly expanded its global footprint to support growing demand for its flash memory products. By 2011, the company had established branch offices in key markets including China, India, Japan, Russia, and the Netherlands, facilitating localized sales, service, and distribution.[10] In January 2011, Silicon Power opened a dedicated service center in New Delhi, underscoring its long-term commitment to the Indian market and enhancing customer support in the region.[48] These expansions built on earlier efforts, such as the establishment of its U.S. operations dating back to 2002, to better serve international customers across over 100 countries.[49][3] Complementing this international scaling, Silicon Power opened a new manufacturing plant in 2011 to bolster production capacity for memory modules and related products.[10] The company also pursued strategic product diversification during this period, shifting focus beyond traditional USB flash drives and memory cards toward emerging storage technologies. In 2012, Silicon Power introduced its first major lines of solid-state drives (SSDs), including the Velox V60 and T10 models showcased at Computex, which featured enhanced performance for consumer and professional applications.[50] This move into SSDs aligned with industry trends toward faster, more reliable non-volatile storage, while the company continued developing DRAM modules as part of its broader semiconductor offerings.[3] A pivotal milestone came in June 2012 when Silicon Power completed its initial public offering (IPO) and listed on the Taipei Exchange (TPEx) under stock code 4973.[3] The listing provided essential capital to fund production expansion and further technological investments, marking the company's transition to a publicly traded entity after nearly a decade of private growth since its 2003 founding. To amplify its reach, Silicon Power strengthened collaborations with global distributors, enabling broader market penetration for its diversified product lineup. By this time, the workforce had grown substantially, reflecting the scale of operations as a leading flash memory manufacturer.[3]Recent Developments
In 2023 and 2024, Silicon Power shifted its focus toward expanding its DRAM business amid challenges in the flash memory market, emphasizing growth in high-performance memory solutions. The company showcased industrial storage innovations tailored for AI applications at Computex 2024, including the GDS3M0 RAID card designed for reliable data handling in AI workloads.[51][52] Building on this momentum, Silicon Power participated in Computex 2025, held from May 20 to 23 in Taipei, where it unveiled the XPower Cyclone series of Gen5 SSDs and advanced DDR5 memory modules, highlighting enhancements in speed and compatibility for gaming and computing applications.[53][37] The company also exhibited at ISC West 2025 in Las Vegas, presenting high-endurance storage products such as the SDT5R0 microSD cards and CFX5M0N CFast cards optimized for security and surveillance systems.[31][54] To address volatility in the flash sector, Silicon Power announced a three-pronged strategy in 2024 centered on DRAM development, targeting DDR5 for mainstream computing, HBM for high-bandwidth AI needs, and NAND integration to bolster overall memory offerings.[40] Complementing these efforts, the company expanded its power bank portfolio for portable energy solutions and enhanced its industrial storage lines to support edge AI deployments, as demonstrated at Embedded World 2024.[55][56] In October 2025, Silicon Power launched the XPOWER XS90, its fastest SSD to date, a PCIe Gen5 x4 M.2 2280 drive available in capacities up to 4TB with sequential read/write speeds up to 14,300/13,400 MB/s, targeted at AI, gaming, and content creation applications.[57] In January 2026, Silicon Power introduced DDR5-7200 CUDIMM and CSODIMM memory modules optimized for AI platforms and desktop computing.[39]Financial and Corporate Affairs
Revenue and Stock Performance
Silicon Power Computer & Communications Inc. has maintained relatively stable revenue over recent years, primarily driven by sales of solid-state drives (SSDs), dynamic random-access memory (DRAM) modules, and related storage solutions. In 2022, the company reported annual revenue of NT$4.49 billion, which slightly declined to NT$4.40 billion in 2023 amid fluctuating memory chip prices and supply chain disruptions. Revenue continued to decrease marginally to NT$4.31 billion in 2024, reflecting ongoing market volatility in the consumer and industrial storage sectors. For 2025, through the first nine months ending September 30, revenue totaled NT$3.12 billion, a 3% decrease from the same period in 2024, with quarterly figures showing Q1 at NT$1.19 billion, Q2 at NT$0.94 billion, and Q3 at NT$0.98 billion; full-year projections suggest continued pressure from softening demand in non-AI segments.[58] The company's stock, traded on the Taipei Exchange (TPEx) under the ticker 4973 since its initial public offering on June 19, 2012, has exhibited significant volatility tied to global memory chip market cycles. Post-IPO, shares reached historical highs in late 2012, peaking above NT$50 amid strong initial demand for NAND flash products, but subsequently experienced sharp declines during periods of oversupply and price erosion in 2014–2016 and 2018–2020. More recently, the stock traded around NT$38–40 in 2024–2025, with fluctuations influenced by broader semiconductor trends, including a recovery in 2023 driven by post-shortage restocking. As of November 2025, the market capitalization stands at approximately NT$2.5 billion, with a price-to-sales ratio of about 0.6, underscoring its sensitivity to commodity-like pricing in DRAM and NAND components.[3] Key financial milestones include a strategic pivot toward DRAM in 2023–2024 to diversify from traditional flash memory, which helped stabilize margins during a period of NAND price weakness; this shift contributed to DRAM comprising an increasing share of revenue, targeting 30% by 2026. Net income peaked at NT$198 million in 2022 before declining to NT$113 million in 2023 and turning to a loss of NT$24 million in 2024 due to higher operating costs and inventory adjustments. In 2025's first nine months, the company reported a net loss of NT$11 million, though Q3 showed a profit of NT$32 million, indicating early signs of recovery. The debt-to-equity ratio remained manageable at approximately 33% as of mid-2025, supporting financial flexibility amid investments in product development.[40][58]| Year | Revenue (NT$ billion) | Net Income (NT$ million) |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 4.49 | 198 |
| 2023 | 4.40 | 113 |
| 2024 | 4.31 | -24 |
| 2025 (9 months) | 3.12 | -11 |