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SILICON LABS

Silicon Labs is a leading provider of wireless SoCs and modules for IoT, with over one billion wireless chips deployed for Bluetooth, Zigbee, Thread, and Matter connectivity.

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Silicon Labs is a global leader in secure, intelligent wireless technology for the Internet of Things. The company has deployed more than one billion wireless chips and specializes in microcontrollers (MCUs), wireless system-on-chips (SoCs), and modules that enable connected devices across smart home, industrial, and commercial applications.

Silicon Labs offers comprehensive wireless solutions including:

  • EFR32 Wireless Gecko multiprotocol SoCs for Matter, Thread, and Zigbee
  • Bluetooth LE, Bluetooth 5.x, and Bluetooth mesh solutions
  • Series 3 wireless SoCs (SiXG301, SiXG302) for line-powered and battery-powered IoT
  • Wi-Fi and proprietary sub-GHz wireless modules
  • Secure microcontrollers with hardware-based security

The company's multiprotocol devices support concurrent operation, enabling products to run both Zigbee and Matter over Thread simultaneously. With memory options up to 4 MB Flash and 512 KB RAM, Silicon Labs SoCs power demanding smart home, lighting, building automation, and connected health applications.

Frequently Asked Questions

What wireless protocols do Silicon Labs chips support?
Silicon Labs chips support Bluetooth LE, Bluetooth mesh, Zigbee, Thread, Matter, Wi-Fi, and proprietary sub-GHz protocols, with many devices offering multiprotocol capability.
What is the EFR32 series from Silicon Labs?
The EFR32 Wireless Gecko series includes multiprotocol SoCs like the EFR32MG24 and EFR32MG26, designed for mesh IoT connectivity using Matter, OpenThread, and Zigbee.
Does Silicon Labs support Matter protocol?
Yes, Silicon Labs is a key contributor to Matter and offers multiple SoC families optimized for Matter-based smart home devices, including concurrent multiprotocol support.
What applications use Silicon Labs wireless chips?
Silicon Labs chips are used in smart home devices, lighting controls, building automation, connected health devices, industrial IoT, and consumer electronics.