RFWhat is NFC SoC : Top Manufacturers and Vendors
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An NFC System on Chip (SoC) is an integrated semiconductor solution that combines NFC communication, processing, security, and control functions within a single chip. NFC SoCs are widely used in mobile devices, smart cards, wearable electronics, payment terminals, automotive systems, and IoT products requiring secure contactless connectivity. The popular manufacturers of NFC SoCs include NXP, TI, Broadcomm, Nordic Semiconductor, Marvell, and Microchip.
The following table details NFC SoC manufacturers, their part numbers, and technical features:
NFC SoC Manufacturers
| NFC SoC Manufacturers | Description |
|---|---|
| NXP Semiconductor | • Models QN9090 and QN9030 • Above versions support Bluetooth 5, 802.15.4 and optional NFC. They are powered by ARM Cortex - M4 running at 48 MHz |
| TI (Texas Instruments) | • The company develops NFC Transceiver IC (Model TRF7970A), NFC transponder IC (RF430CL330H) and NFC sensor transponder (RF430FRL152H) |
| Broadcomm | • The company has added NFC features to its Wi-Fi and Bluetooth SoCs |
| Nordic Semiconductor | • Model nRF52 series supports Bluetooth LE and NFC • Model nRF52832 supports Bluetooth LE and NFC (Near Field Communication) with 80% less power consumption compared to nRF51. • Model nRF5340 supports NFC and in addition supports Bluetooth 5.2, Bluetooth LE/mesh, Thread, and Zigbee |
| Marvell | • Model 88W8887 supports WLAN, Bluetooth, FM receive, and NFC on a single chip SoC |
| Microchip Technology | • Model AT88RF1354-ZU is NFC/RFID reader and writer |
Summary
An NFC SoC integrates communication, security, and processing functions for contactless wireless applications. Leading manufacturers provide NFC SoCs for smartphones, payment systems, wearables, automotive electronics, and IoT devices.
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