Practice - Step 4: Design Example - Inverter in CMOS vs FinFET
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Practice Questions
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What is the dynamic power formula for CMOS?
💡 Hint: Remember how dynamic power is calculated with the parameters of voltage and frequency.
What is the leakage power of a CMOS inverter in the example?
💡 Hint: Check the example power profile again.
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What is the dynamic power consumption of the CMOS inverter in the example?
💡 Hint: Refer back to the power profiles provided.
True or False: FinFET technology has higher leakage power than CMOS technology.
💡 Hint: Consider the advantages of FinFET as discussed.
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Design a scenario where both CMOS and FinFET inverters are used in the same circuit. What are the expected outcomes based on their power consumption?
💡 Hint: Consider using both technologies in parts of a device where functionality varies.
Propose a method to quantify the efficiency difference between a CMOS and FinFET inverter over time. How might you conduct a test?
💡 Hint: Think of a testing environment where you can monitor both devices under similar conditions.
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