Texas Instruments Debuts Sub-$1 AI Microcontroller, Plans $7.5B Silicon Labs Acquisition
Texas Instruments unveiled two AI-capable microcontrollers—MSPM0G5187 at under $1 in volume and AM13Ex for motor control—to deliver up to 90× faster AI processing with 120× lower energy use in devices. It also agreed to acquire Silicon Labs for $7.5 billion ($231 per share), adding 1,200 wireless products by H1 2027.
1. Launch of AI-Enabled Microcontrollers
Texas Instruments introduced two new microcontrollers with integrated AI acceleration: the MSPM0G5187 priced below $1 at scale and the AM13Ex designed for motor-control applications. These chips process AI tasks up to 90× faster while using 120× less energy, targeting wearables, home systems, robots and industrial machines. The MSPM0G5187 is available now, and AM13Ex is in limited pre-production with broader availability expected by end of 2026.
2. $7.5 B Silicon Labs Acquisition
Texas Instruments agreed to acquire Silicon Laboratories in an all-cash deal valued at $7.5 billion, paying $231 per share and funding the transaction with cash on hand and arranged debt. The acquisition, expected to close in the first half of 2027 pending approvals, will add approximately 1,200 wireless connectivity products to TI’s analog and embedded processing portfolio.