The xcore.ai platform is designed to power the intelligent Internet of Things (IoT) by combining flexibility and performance efficiency. With its distinctive multi-threaded micro-architecture, it allows for low-latency and predictable performance, crucial for IoT applications. Each xcore.ai device is equipped with 16 logical cores distributed over two tiles, each with integrated 512kB SRAM and a vector unit capable of handling both integer and floating-point operations.
Communication between processors is facilitated by a robust interprocessor communication infrastructure, enabling scalability for systems requiring multiple xcore.ai SoCs. This platform supports a multitude of applications by integrating DSP, AI, and I/O processing within a cohesive development environment. For audio and voice processing needs, it offers adaptable, software-defined I/O that aligns with specific application requirements, ensuring efficient and targeted performance.
The xcore.ai is also equipped for ai and machine learning tasks with a 256-bit VPU that supports various operations including 32-bit, 16-bit, and 8-bit vector operations, offering peak AI performance. The inclusion of a comprehensive development kit allows developers to explore its capabilities through ready-made solutions or custom-built applications.
