Qorvo heads into smart home connectivity with Matter SoC
Qorvo has launched a system on chip (SoC) for smart home devices using the Matter protocol and a new wireless technology.
The QPG6200L is the first product based on a new low-power wireless connectivity platform Qorvo calls ConcurrentConnect.
The wireless technology supports Matter, Zigbee and Bluetooth Low Energy with a sleep current of less than 1 µA, 30% lower than competing chips, and a transmit power up to 10dBm with antenna diversity. An ARM Cortex-M4F controller core runs at up to 192 MHz with 2 MB NVM and 336 kB RAM for the applications while an M0+ core and real time MAC handle the protocols.
The QPG6200L supports multiple protocols on separate channels simultaneously, delivering the highest RF performance and reliability for a wide range of consumer IoT applications, including smart lighting, sensors and home hubs. It also has a built-in secure element and is PSA Certified Level 2 for enhanced IoT security.
“The QPG6200L adds to Qorvo’s leadership in smart home connectivity,” said Marc Pegulu, general manager of Qorvo’s Connectivity Systems business. “Featuring our unique ConcurrentConnect technology not only enhances device performance across multiple networks but also eases the transition to Matter, offering users the best of both worlds without leaving any Zigbee devices behind.”
As the global market for smart home devices continues to expand, with IDC projecting global sales to reach 1.2 billion units by 2028, Qorvo says the QPG6200L can play a critical role in supporting the next wave of connected devices.
A turnkey design for Matter over Thread simplifies the design process while ensuring robust security and performance across the network. Its PSA Level 2 certification ensures the QPG6200L solution meets security standards to protect against common software attacks.
An optimized design with a 4×4 QFN32 package and 2-layer PCB support aims to provide a low cost implementation.
Samples of the QPG6200L SoC and development kits are available now, with full production planned for early next year.
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