VIA Labs

What VIA Labs does

VIA Labs, Inc. (VLI, 威鋒電子) is a Taiwan-based fabless semiconductor company founded in July 2008 and listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange (stock code 6756) since 2020, operating as a subsidiary of VIA Technologies, Inc. The company designs mixed-signal USB controller ICs spanning USB 2.0 through USB4, USB Power Delivery (including PD 3.1 EPR up to 240W), DisplayPort and HDMI protocol conversion, SATA bridging, E-Marker cable chips, and USB-C data switches. Core technology is built around a proprietary in-house USB PHY on advanced CMOS process nodes, combined with full-stack digital IC, analog IC, firmware, and software design capability that enables single-chip integration of data, power, and video functions. Products achieve industry-firsts such as the VL810 (first mass-produced USB 3.0 hub, 2010), VL820 (first USB-IF certified 10Gbps hub), VL830/VL832 (USB4 endpoint device controllers), and VL605/VL610 family of USB-C to HDMI 2.1 protocol converters.

VIA Labs generates revenue through one-time hardware sales of proprietary IC chips sold via direct OEM/ODM engagement and an authorized distributor network covering Taiwan, Japan, China, North America, and EMEA. Pricing is not publicly disclosed and is handled through regional sales representatives. Primary customer segments are PC peripheral and docking-station OEMs/ODMs, industrial systems manufacturers (machine vision, data acquisition, embedded systems served by the newly launched industrial-grade -40°C to +85°C product line), and mobile/gaming device accessory makers. Sales and marketing is led by direct field engagement supplemented by trade-show presence (Computex, CES, Embedded World), USB-IF community participation, and a YouTube/LinkedIn digital presence. The company maintains ISO 9001 (2015), ISO 27001, and IECQ QC 080000 certifications, with cumulative Jan-May 2026 revenue of approximately NT$766M (roughly US$24M), implying an annualized run rate near NT$1.8B.

Name

VIA Labs

Legal name

VIA Labs, Inc., VLI 威鋒電子股份有限公司

Website

https://via-labs.com

Company type

Public

Founded year

2008

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

VIA Labs is a Taiwan-based fabless semiconductor company designing USB, USB Power Delivery, and DisplayPort/HDMI protocol controller ICs for OEM/ODM manufacturers of docking stations, industrial equipment, and consumer electronics, with proprietary in-house PHY technology and products spanning USB 2.0 through USB4.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

USB Controller Semiconductors

NAICS

Semiconductor and Related Device Manufacturing (334413)

SIC

Electronic & Other Electrical Equipment (No Computer Equip) (3600)

akta.pro primary industry

Interface ICs (USB/HDMI/SerDes/Level Shifters) (HDAHAIAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Storage/IO Controllers & Bridge ICs (USB/PCIe/SATA/NVMe) (HDAHAJAI), Power Management & Power ICs (HDAHAAAE)

Keywords

• USB controller chips
• USB Power Delivery
• USB hub controllers
• DisplayPort converters
• Semiconductor design

Headquarters

HQ city

Taipei

HQ country

Taiwan

HQ region

Asia

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Technology or R&D, Personnel, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Operations

Revenue model

1. Semiconductor Chip Sales: VIA Labs generates revenue primarily through the sale of proprietary USB control IC chips including hub controllers, host controllers, device controllers, power delivery controllers, DisplayPort/HDMI protocol converters, SATA bridge controllers, E-Marker chips, and USB data switches. The company operates as a fabless semiconductor designer, generating one-time chip revenue from OEM/ODM customers who incorporate VLI chips into their end products.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

VIA Labs designs and sells proprietary USB, USB Power Delivery, and DisplayPort controller IC chips — including hub controllers, host controllers, device controllers, USB PD controllers, HDMI/DisplayPort protocol converters, SATA bridge controllers, E-Marker chips, and USB-C data switches — to OEM and ODM manufacturers building docking stations, travel adapters, industrial systems, and USB-C peripherals. The company also provides evaluation boards and reference designs (KGH, KGD, KGS, EVB) to facilitate customer design-in.

Product overview

VIA Labs (VLI) is a leading supplier of USB, USB Power Delivery, and DisplayPort-related controller chips. The product portfolio spans from USB 2.0 to USB4, organized into distinct product lines: USB Hub Controllers (VL810-VL822 series, including industrial-grade VL819i/VL822i and VL122i/VL123i), USB4 Endpoint Devices (VL830/VL832), USB Host Controllers (VL800/VL801), Video Converters (VL600, VL605, VL610 series), USB PD Controllers (VL100-VL172 series, VP200-VP305), SATA Bridge Controllers (VL700-VL717), E-Markers (VL150-VL155), USB-C Data Switches (VL160/VL161), and CC Controllers (VP240-VP246). The products are designed for USB-C docking stations, gaming docks, machine vision, data acquisition, storage systems, and various peripheral applications. VLI offers both standard commercial and industrial-grade (-40°C to +85°C) product variants, with Pin-to-Pin and BOM compatibility within product families enabling manufacturers to address different performance tiers without hardware redesigns.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• VL832 USB4 Endpoint Device Controller USB4-certified endpoint device controller integrating USB 3.2 20Gbps hub, USB 2.0 hub with MTT, and DisplayPort 1.4a output; supports 40Gbps USB4 mode with full DP HBR3 bandwidth and USB 20Gbps upstream port operation. Designed for USB4 docking stations, multi-function adapters, and high-performance peripherals built by OEM/ODM manufacturers.
• VL605 USB-C to HDMI 2.1 Protocol Converter Single-chip USB-C or DP 2.1 to HDMI 2.1 protocol converter with integrated two-port USB PD 3.1 controllers, DSC 1.2a decoder, HDCP 2.3/1.4 repeater, VRR/FreeSync support, and ECDSA-256 secure firmware update. Designed for docking stations, travel adapters, and gaming accessory manufacturers.
• VL108 USB PD 3.1 EPR Controller Highly integrated USB PD 3.1 and DP Alt-mode controller supporting Extended Power Range up to 240W (48V/5A), with integrated charging UFP and two DRP DFPs for multi-function dock applications. Designed for docking station and multi-port charger OEMs.
• VL610/VL610D MST Hub Controllers DP 2.1 HBR3 Multi-Stream Transport hub controller for USB-C docking stations supporting up to three high-resolution displays simultaneously (4K60Hz or QHD144Hz; single display up to 8K60Hz or 4K240Hz), with DSC 1.2a video decompression, Variable Refresh Rate support, and ECDSA-256 asymmetric authentication for secure firmware updates. Designed for multi-display docking station manufacturers.
• VL822 USB 3.1 Gen2 Hub Controller USB 3.1 Gen2 hub controller with 1 upstream and 4/2 downstream ports, all supporting 10Gbps operation. Features integrated USB 2.0 hub with Multiple Transaction Translators. Available in QFN88, QFN76, and QFN56 packages with pin compatibility to VL820 and VL819. Designed for USB-C docking stations, monitor hubs, and high-performance peripheral OEMs.
• VL820 USB 3.1 Gen2 Hub Controller World's first USB 3.1 Gen2 hub controller with 1 upstream and 4 downstream ports supporting 10Gbps. Integrated USB 2.0 hub with MTT. VL820-Q8 features integrated 10Gbps muxes for USB-C applications. Designed for high-performance docking stations and USB-C hub manufacturers.
• VL819 USB 3.2 Gen1 Hub Controller USB 3.2 Gen1x1 hub controller with USB PD 2.0/3.0 support. Features 1 upstream and 4 downstream ports supporting 5Gbps. World's first unified USB Hub and PD Controller design with USB-C Bridge support. Designed for travel docks, monitor hubs, and USB-C adapter manufacturers.
• VL819i and VL822i Industrial-Grade USB Hub Controllers Industrial-grade USB hub controllers with operating temperature range of -40°C to +85°C. VL819i supports USB 5Gbps; VL822i supports USB 10Gbps with Multiple-IN transaction support for reduced system latency. Pin-to-Pin and BOM compatible between models. Designed for industrial equipment OEMs in machine vision, data acquisition, and embedded systems.
• VL122/VL123 Industrial-Grade USB 2.0 Hub Controllers Industrial-grade USB 2.0 hub controllers with operating temperature range of -40°C to +85°C. VL122 is a 4-port USB 2.0 hub; VL123 features Multi-Transaction Translator (MTT) architecture for improved throughput with multiple FS devices. Pin-compatible between models. Designed for industrial equipment requiring reliable USB 2.0 connectivity.
• VL717 SATA Bridge Controller USB 3.1 Gen2 to SATA 6Gb/s bridge controller with PD sink mode for USB Type-C connector. Supports USB mass storage class BOT and UASP. Integrated CC cable orientation detection for USB-C cable flipping. Designed for storage device manufacturers building external SSDs, hard drive enclosures, and docking stations with storage.
• VL800/VL801 USB 3.0 Host Controllers USB 3.0 host controllers enabling PCI Express platforms to interface with USB Super-Speed (5 Gbps), High-Speed, Full-Speed, and Low-Speed devices. VL800 has 4 downstream ports; VL801 has 2 ports. PCIe 2.0 x1 interface. Designed for motherboard, embedded platform, and add-in card manufacturers.
• VL150/VL151 USB Type-C E-Marker ICs Electronic Marker ICs for USB Type-C passive cables. VL150 and VL151 support PD 2.0 with integrated Vconn isolation diodes and Ra resistors to minimize BOM. DFN-10 and DFN-8 packages available. Designed for USB Type-C cable manufacturers.
• VL101 DisplayPort Alt-Mode and Power Delivery Controller DisplayPort Alt-mode and Power Delivery controller for USB-C devices. Features one charging UFP and one DRP. Supports DP video output with simultaneous host charging. USB Billboard device integrated. Designed for USB-C dongles, video adapters, and accessory manufacturers.
• VP240 USB Type-C DRP CC Controller USB Type-C DRP CC controller supporting DFP, UFP, DRP with Try.SRC, and DRP with Try.SNK modes. Output signals for VBUS source/sink switches. Dead battery support. 16-pin QFN package. Designed for USB-C accessory and device manufacturers.
• VP200/VP201 USB Power Switches USB power switches with universal battery charging support. VP201 features adjustable current limit up to 2.6A with thermal and short-circuit protection. Support BC 1.2, YD/T 1591-2009, and vendor-specific charging modes. Designed for USB port power management in docking stations and chargers.
• VL160 USB Type-C Data Switch USB Type-C 2:4 differential channels mux switch with integrated CC logic function for USB 3.1 applications. Integrated Vconn power switch (5V, 250mA max) with over-current protection. QFN-28 3.5x4.5mm package. Designed for USB-C device and accessory manufacturers.

Quantifiable outcome

• USB4 40Gbps mode with VL832 doubles both DP and USB3 performance compared to DP Alt Mode
• +2 more outcomes

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

Feature9 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• USB-IF (USB Implementers Forum)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerVIA Labs actively participates in USB-IF standards development and all VLI products are designed to USB-IF specifications and receive USB-IF certification. The company is a leading supplier member contributing to USB standard evolution including USB4, USB PD 3.1 EPR, and USB Type-C specifications.
• Power Integrations (PI)coreTechnology or IntegrationVLI VP302 USB PD controller with integrated I2C interface is designed to work with Power Integrations InnoSwitch3-Pro series ICs for programmable power supply applications. Combined solutions are USB-IF certified as KGS (Known-Good-PD Source) reference designs for 15W, 18W, 27W, and 45W power brick applications.
• VIA Technologies, Inc.coreOthersVIA Labs, Inc. (VLI) is a subsidiary of VIA Technologies, Inc. The parent company provides corporate governance and brand affiliation while VLI operates independently as a listed company (TWSE 6756) focused on USB connectivity solutions.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• ASMedia Technology: Taiwanese fabless semiconductor company (subsidiary of ASUSTeK) designing USB host and device controllers, SATA controllers, and PCIe interface ICs. Closest direct peer to VIA Labs in USB hub/host controllers, SATA bridge, and PC connectivity silicon for OEM/ODM customers.
• Genesys Logic: Taiwanese fabless IC designer specializing in USB hub controllers, USB Type-C/PD controllers, and memory card reader controllers. Direct competitor in USB hub and Type-C PD controller sockets serving the same dock, accessory, and PC peripheral OEM/ODM customers.
• Parade Technologies: Taiwan-listed fabless semiconductor company focused on high-speed interface ICs including USB Type-C, USB PD, DisplayPort, HDMI retimers, and MIPI products. Direct peer competing in USB-C, DP Alt-mode, and HDMI protocol converter categories that overlap heavily with VLI's VL605/VL610 and PD lines.
• ITE Tech: Taiwanese fabless semiconductor company designing USB hub controllers, embedded controllers, and consumer-electronics interface ICs. Comparable Taiwanese peer serving similar PC peripheral and consumer accessory OEM/ODM customers with overlapping USB connectivity products.

Broad incumbents

• Realtek Semiconductor: Large Taiwan-listed fabless semiconductor company with broad audio, network, PC peripheral, and connectivity IC portfolios including USB hub/host controllers and Type-C products. Larger incumbent competing for the same dock and PC accessory design-ins but with a much wider portfolio and pricing power.
• Microchip Technology: Large US semiconductor company with USB hub, USB Type-C/PD, and microcontroller products serving industrial and embedded markets. Broader incumbent offering overlapping USB hub and PD controllers plus much wider MCU/analog portfolio for industrial customers that overlap with VLI's industrial-grade line.
• Texas Instruments: Large US analog and embedded semiconductor company with USB Type-C/PD controllers, USB hubs, and power management ICs targeting industrial and automotive applications. Broad incumbent with overlapping USB PD and power management products and deep industrial customer relationships.
• Diodes Incorporated: Global semiconductor company offering USB Type-C PD controllers, USB switches, power switches, and discrete/analog components. Broader incumbent with comparable USB Type-C PD, USB power switch (VP200/VP201-class), and CC controller products serving similar dock and accessory OEMs.
• Renesas Electronics: Major Japanese semiconductor company with USB hub controllers, USB PD controllers, and embedded connectivity solutions targeting industrial and automotive markets. Larger incumbent with overlapping USB hub/PD portfolio and stronger industrial channel relationships.
• Analog Devices: Large US analog/mixed-signal semiconductor company with USB Type-C/PD, HDMI, and interface products for industrial, automotive, and consumer markets. Broad incumbent competing at the interface/protocol converter layer (HDMI/DP/USB-C) with much deeper industrial and automotive reach.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance5 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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