Credo Technology Group Holding Ltd (NASDAQ:CRDO) unveiled a new family of optical digital signal processors designed for next-generation artificial intelligence infrastructure, targeting the rapidly expanding market for high-speed data center connectivity.
The company introduced its Robin optical DSP lineup, including 800G and 400G devices built on Credo’s sixth-generation DSP architecture. The chips are intended to support AI-driven data center networks by improving signal integrity, lowering power consumption and enabling more flexible deployment across hyperscale infrastructure.
Credo said the Robin 800 series has been engineered specifically for AI-optimized 800G optical transceivers, which are increasingly used in high-performance computing clusters and large-scale AI training environments. The family includes versions designed for both fully retimed transceivers and Linear Receive Optics (LRO), with integrated Silicon Photonics (SiPh) and electro-absorption modulated laser (EML) drivers.
The processors feature integrated low-power laser drivers capable of operating up to 3.3Vpp and use a compact substrate that the company says can reduce printed circuit board space requirements by up to 50% compared with competing products. According to Credo, the smaller footprint simplifies hardware layouts and can help reduce manufacturing costs for system vendors.
“The Robin family of optical DSPs introduces a truly differentiated solution to the massive 800G market,” said Chris Collins, AVP of Sales & Optical Product Marketing at Credo. “By substantially reducing the footprint, integrating low power laser drivers, and easing supply chain constraints, our customers simplify PCB design, improve yields, and enhance margins. Robin embodies our commitment to innovation and to delivering cutting edge technology that accelerates our customers’ success.”
Industry analysts say demand for high-bandwidth optical components is accelerating as artificial intelligence workloads drive massive increases in data center networking requirements.
“Our latest forecast highlights that 800G and 400G transceivers will be the majority of AI transceiver shipments in 2026-2027 at over 120M units combined,” said Bob Wheeler, Analyst-at-Large at LightCounting. “Credo’s Robin family is well positioned to capitalize on this tremendous market demand with DSPs that address supply and cost concerns while meeting the bandwidth and power requirements of next-generation AI infrastructure.”
More about Credo
Credo Technology Group develops high-speed connectivity solutions designed for large-scale data infrastructure. Its copper and optical interconnect products support speeds of up to 1.6T and are used in hyperscale data centers, networking equipment and AI computing systems. The company focuses on delivering high performance and energy efficiency as demand for data center capacity continues to rise with the growth of artificial intelligence.