Aldec Riviera-PRO
A high-performance verification platform for FPGAs, ASICs, and SoCs.
Overview
Riviera-PRO from Aldec is a high-performance verification platform aimed at engineers working on large, complex FPGAs and ASICs. It combines a powerful simulation engine with advanced debugging capabilities and support for the latest verification methodologies like UVM. It supports VHDL, Verilog, SystemVerilog, and SystemC, providing a comprehensive solution for demanding verification tasks.
✨ Key Features
- High-performance, high-capacity simulation engine
- Support for advanced verification libraries (UVM, OSVVM, UVVM)
- Advanced, multi-language debugging environment
- Assertion-Based Verification (SVA and PSL)
- Code coverage and functional coverage analysis
- Python-based testbench support (Cocotb integration)
🎯 Key Differentiators
- High performance at a competitive price point
- Strong support for modern verification methodologies like UVM
- Advanced debugging and visualization tools
Unique Value: Provides enterprise-grade simulation performance and advanced verification features, enabling teams to tackle complex SoC and FPGA verification challenges efficiently.
🎯 Use Cases (5)
✅ Best For
- Verification of networking and communication SoCs
- Testing of AI/ML accelerator designs
- Automotive and aerospace system verification
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Simple PLD or small FPGA design
- Users who need design entry and synthesis in the same tool
🏆 Alternatives
Offers performance and features comparable to high-end simulators from major EDA vendors, but often with more flexible licensing and a lower total cost of ownership.
💻 Platforms
✅ Offline Mode Available
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (All tier)
💰 Pricing
✓ 14-day free trial
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