Synopsys PrimeTime
The trusted standard for timing signoff.
Overview
Synopsys PrimeTime is the industry's gold standard for static timing analysis (STA). It provides a comprehensive solution for timing, signal integrity, power, and variation-aware analysis, required for signoff of giga-scale and high-speed designs. It is used by semiconductor companies worldwide to verify that their chip designs meet timing requirements before tape-out.
✨ Key Features
- Static Timing Analysis (STA)
- Advanced variation-aware analysis (LVF)
- Power and signal integrity analysis
- Hierarchical analysis for large designs
- ECO guidance for fixing timing violations
- Broad foundry support
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Unquestioned industry standard for signoff accuracy
- Highest performance and capacity
- Seamless integration with the Synopsys digital design platform
Unique Value: Provides the trusted, golden-standard accuracy for timing signoff, minimizing the risk of silicon failure due to timing issues.
🎯 Use Cases (5)
✅ Best For
- Signoff timing analysis for virtually all modern microprocessors, GPUs, and SoCs
- Low-power timing analysis for mobile devices
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Functional simulation
- Analog circuit simulation
- PCB design
🏆 Alternatives
As the de facto industry standard, it offers the highest level of trust, foundry support, and ecosystem integration, making it the safest choice for signoff.
💻 Platforms
✅ Offline Mode Available
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Enterprise tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
Free tier: NA
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