SiC/GaN 파워 반도체가 ´AI 전력벽´을 허물며 데이터센터 전원 공급을 재구축

In 2026, power semiconductors have evolved from conventional components into strategic enablers reshaping the global energy landscape. SiC and GaN technologies are entering a phase of large-scale deployment across global infrastructure as AI data centers confront the “power wall” bottleneck and EVs accelerate the adoption of 800V high-voltage architectures.

Key Highlights

• Power semiconductors have transformed from conventional components into strategic enablers reshaping the global energy landscape.
• SiC and GaN technologies are entering large-scale deployment phase across global infrastructure.
• AI data centers are confronting the "power wall" bottleneck, driving demand for advanced power solutions.
• Electric vehicles are accelerating adoption of high-voltage architectures, further boosting power semiconductor requirements.
• The convergence of AI infrastructure needs and EV technological advancement is creating unprecedented demand for next-generation power semiconductor technologies.

Table of Contents

1. SiC/GaN Evolves from Emerging Technology to Standard Infrastructure for Green Energy and AI Ecosystems

• Figure 1: Four transformation pathways and the core competitiveness of SiC/GaN
• Figure 2: Clear division of roles for third-gen semiconductors in AIDC: SiC anchors infrastructure, while GaN targets end-point power conversion
• Figure 3: SiC as a key enabler in reducing data center OpEx and energy loss
• Figure 4: Energy efficiency and conversion performance of GaN in power supply units (PSU)
• Figure 5: Global automaker adoption roadmap for SiC technologies

2. VIS expands GaN-on-Si product portfolio, opening a new front in power semiconductors

3. Innoscience enters Tier 1, reshaping the AI power supply chain landscape

4. STMicroelectronics accelerates market penetration with a “SiC foundation + GaN expansion” strategy

5. TI builds the core of AI-era power management with an integrated GaN architecture

6. ROHM builds a global power electronics defense line through in-house GaN production and “Make in India” collaboration

7. Infineon drives the high-efficiency power revolution with a “SiC core, GaN expansion” strategy

8. TRI’s View