ModelSim

ModelSim

Siemens
OrCAD X

OrCAD X

Cadence Design Systems
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About

ModelSim simulates behavioral, RTL, and gate-level code, delivering increased design quality and debug productivity with platform-independent compilation. Single kernel simulator technology enables transparent mixing of VHDL and Verilog in one design. ModelSim packs an unprecedented level of verification capabilities into a cost-effective HDL simulator and is ideally suited for the verification of small and medium-sized FPGA designs, especially designs with complex, mission-critical functionality. ModelSim’s advanced code coverage capabilities provide valuable metrics for systematic verification. Plus, ModelSim’s ease of use lowers the barriers to leveraging verification resources. All coverage information is stored in the highly efficient UCDB database. Coverage results can be viewed interactively, post-simulation, or after a merge of multiple simulation runs. An easy-to-use and unified environment provides FPGA designers with the advanced capabilities they need for debugging.

About

OrCAD® X is a unified PCB design software platform that offers significant improvements in ease of use, performance, automation, data management, and collaboration. Our cloud-enabled product suite contains applications for schematic, simulation, and PCB layout. OrCAD X Capture is one of the most widely used schematic design solutions for the creation and documentation of electrical circuits. PSpice® is our virtual SPICE simulation environment integrated within Capture that allows you to prototype your designs using the industry-leading, native analog, mixed-signal, and advanced analysis engines to deliver a complete circuit simulation and verification solution. Our two PCB layout environments, OrCAD X PCB Editor and OrCAD X Presto, allow designers to easily collaborate between ECAD/MCAD teams and build better PCBs faster. OrCAD X Presto is a new user-friendly option offering a simpler interface for quick-turn PCB design.

Platforms Supported

Windows Supported
Mac Not Supported
Linux Supported
Cloud Not Supported
On-Premises Not Supported
iPhone Not Supported
iPad Not Supported
Android Not Supported
Chromebook Not Supported

Platforms Supported

Windows Supported
Mac Not Supported
Linux Not Supported
Cloud Supported
On-Premises Supported
iPhone Not Supported
iPad Not Supported
Android Not Supported
Chromebook Not Supported

Audience

Designers and companies in search of a tool to increase the quality of their designs and enhance productivity

Audience

Ideal for electrical engineers and PCB designers who may be individuals or part of small businesses or teams

Support

Phone Support Supported
24/7 Live Support Supported
Online Supported

Support

Phone Support Supported
24/7 Live Support Not Supported
Online Supported

API

Offers API Not Supported

API

Offers API Not Supported

Screenshots and Videos

Screenshots and Videos

Pricing

No information available.
Free Version Not Supported
Free Trial Not Supported

Pricing

$107 USD/month
OrCAD X is offered in both term and perpetual licensing. Term licensing is based on a 12 month period and reduces the upfront product cost while providing access to all services. It includes support, software updates, and OrCAD X Cloud subscription. Perpetual licensing has a higher upfront cost, but allows indefinite use of the purchased version. It includes the first year of maintenance which covers support, software updates, and OrCAD X Cloud subscription. Unlike a term license maintenance must be maintained to provide continual access to support, software updates, and access to new product versions.

Additional features and license options will affect the price.
Free Version Not Supported
Free Trial Supported

Reviews/Ratings

Overall 0.0 / 5
ease 0.0 / 5
features 0.0 / 5
design 0.0 / 5
support 0.0 / 5

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Reviews/Ratings

Overall 5.0 / 5
ease 5.0 / 5
features 5.0 / 5
design 4.5 / 5
support 5.0 / 5

Pros & Cons from Real Users

Pros

  • Crypted simulation models (PSpice). Integrated pre-layout signal integrity analysis. Integrated impedance and coupling analysis. Quick and dynamic updates of copper under placement and routing. Support for multi-board systems and assemblies. Version control, templates, and component libraries stored in cloud.
  • Finally we get an easy to use GUI with the powerful Allegro engine under the hood. The cool features like constraint manager, DRC and DFM checks are still included. I like the new Shaddow mode.

Cons

  • Mastering a new software tool can feel like learning a new language – it takes time and effort. However, these investments in learning can impact project timelines and overall productivity.
  • Unfortunately Artificial Intelligence is a cost option. We could really use this automatic place and route for several easy designs, too have more time for the critical ones.

Training

Documentation Supported
Webinars Supported
Live Online Not Supported
In Person Supported

Training

Documentation Supported
Webinars Not Supported
Live Online Supported
In Person Not Supported

Company Information

Siemens
United States
eda.sw.siemens.com/en-US/ic/modelsim/

Company Information

Cadence Design Systems
Founded: 1988
United States
www.cadence.com/en_US/home/tools/pcb-design-and-analysis/orcad.html

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Categories

Categories

CAD Supported
Circuit Simulation Supported
Electrical Design Supported
Engineering Supported
PCB Design Supported
Simulation Supported

CAD Features

2 1/2-Axis Milling Not Supported
2D Drawing Not Supported
3-Axis Milling Not Supported
3D Modeling Not Supported
4-Axis Milling Not Supported
5-Axis Milling Not Supported
Civil Not Supported
Collaboration Supported
Database Connectivity Not Supported
Design Analysis Supported
Design Export Supported
Document Management Supported
Electrical Supported
Hole Making Not Supported
Mechanical Not Supported
Mechatronics Not Supported
Presentation Tools Not Supported
Simulate Cycles Not Supported
Spiral Output Not Supported
Structural Engineering Not Supported
Toolpath Simulation Not Supported
User Defined Cycles Not Supported

Electrical Design Features

CAD Tools Supported
Change Management Supported
Collaboration Supported
Compliance Management Not Supported
Document Generation Supported
Drag & Drop Supported
Electrical Parts Catalog Supported
Functions / Calculations Supported
One Line Diagram Not Supported
PLC Tools Not Supported
Reusable Designs Supported
Symbol Library Supported

Engineering Features

2D Drawing Supported
3D Modeling Supported
Chemical Engineering Not Supported
Civil Engineering Not Supported
Collaboration Supported
Design Analysis Supported
Design Export Supported
Document Management Supported
Electrical Engineering Supported
Mechanical Engineering Not Supported
Mechatronics Not Supported
Presentation Tools Not Supported
Structural Engineering Not Supported

PCB Design Features

3D Visualization Supported
Autorouting Supported
Collaboration Tools Supported
Component Library Supported
Design Rule Check Supported
Differential Pair Routing Supported
Schematic Editor Supported

Simulation Features

1D Simulation Not Supported
3D Modeling Not Supported
3D Simulation Not Supported
Agent-Based Modeling Not Supported
Continuous Modeling Not Supported
Design Analysis Supported
Direct Manipulation Not Supported
Discrete Event Modeling Not Supported
Dynamic Modeling Not Supported
Graphical Modeling Not Supported
Industry Specific Database Not Supported
Monte Carlo Simulation Supported
Motion Modeling Not Supported
Presentation Tools Not Supported
Stochastic Modeling Not Supported
Turbulence Modeling Not Supported

Integrations

Xilinx Supported
Arena PLM Not Supported
BQR Not Supported
GoSaaS Integrator Not Supported
JTAG Maps Not Supported
Propel Not Supported
Pulsonix Not Supported
Siemens Precision Supported
SystemC Supported
XJTAG DFT Assistant Not Supported

Integrations

Xilinx Supported
Arena PLM Supported
BQR Supported
GoSaaS Integrator Supported
JTAG Maps Supported
Propel Supported
Pulsonix Supported
Siemens Precision Not Supported
SystemC Not Supported
XJTAG DFT Assistant Supported
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