Abstract
In 2008 the output of the Chinese IC design industry reached 23.52 million RMB
(approx. US$3.44 billion), growing 4.2% compared to 2007. This growth rate was
significantly below the 21.2% growth rate in 2007. The top-10 ranking of IC
design houses in China changed considerably in 2008. Hisilicon experienced
large revenue increases and took over first place. Companies ranked second to
tenth experienced different degrees of revenue decline. This report offers
multi-faceted analysis of the leading IC design houses in China, including
their revenue, product development, and cooperation with other companies.
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