What are SoC displays?

SoC stands for System on Chip. It’s a powerful multi-core processor mounted inside the enclosure of commercial-grade displays that replaces the traditional playback device and its cables.

System on Chip displays are getting extremely popular nowadays both for small and large digital signage deployments and are offered by market-leading display manufacturers (e.g. Samsung Smart Signage Platform, or LG webOS). SoC displays come in different sizes, brightness levels, both can be used indoors and outdoors as well as they differ in operating hours. Usually, there are ranges of 16/7h to 24/7h models and this is important if you want your digital signage network to work round the clock.

Benefits of SoC Displays

What are the benefits of SoC displays?

  • First of all, it’s an ALL-IN-ONE digital signage solution. Therefore it’s a much sleeker and tidier installation: smaller footprint, no additional cables or metalwork, ultimately fewer points of failure.
  • SoC displays are cost effective. Even though the cost of a professional SoC display can be higher than a standard screen, the overall cost of installation often turns out lower in comparison to the traditional setup:
    • You don’t pay for a separate device
    • The complexity of the whole installation is reduced
    • Future maintenance is much easier
    • Additionally, energy saving is a big factor. SoC displays of the market-leading manufacturers are extremely energy efficient and you don’t have that additional hardware consuming extra power.
  • Some might argue that SoC displays might not be as powerful or reliable as a standalone media player. However, the newest generations of SoC displays offer great performance and great quality. The latest displays have quad-core processors and run 4k content. They are also very reliable, made to last. The statistics show that the reliability of SoC in the market leading displays is very high and its failure rate is as low as < 0.5%.

Running digital signage on SoC displays is a time saver – all you need is an SoC display + Internet + software of your choice that runs on those displays e.g. Signage Rocket, a cloud based digital signage platform. You can control the display remotely, change its brightness, put it to sleep to save energy. On top of that, you get access to real-time monitoring: temperature, ram, CPU usage and you can remotely update the software so you’re always running the latest version.

Why SoC Is the Future of Digital Signage

Why is System on Chip the future of digital signage?

System on Chip is all about web technologies. A browser is becoming a universal platform and the languages of the browser are becoming dominant. Also, most new software is written primarily for browser use. Furthermore, the hardware is becoming smaller and smaller, and yet much faster. System on Chip: small in size, big on power!

System on Chip Displays

A system on chip for digital signage, or SoC display, is an All-In-One solution that lets you deliver content to your screen without an external media player. The SoC processor is built directly into commercial displays from Samsung and LG, making setup simple and cost-effective.

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What does SoC stand for?

System on Chip. It’s a multi-core processor embedded directly in commercial digital signage displays, eliminating the need for an external media player.

Which manufacturers make SoC displays?

Samsung (Tizen) and LG (webOS) are the leading manufacturers of SoC digital signage displays supported by Signage Rocket.

Are SoC displays more reliable than external media players?

Yes, modern SoC displays from manufacturers like Samsung and LG have failure rates below 0.5%. With fewer cables and connection points, SoC setups have fewer potential points of failure than traditional player-and-screen configurations.

Can SoC displays run 4K content?

Yes, the latest generation of SoC displays feature quad-core processors that can run 4K content smoothly. They support modern web technologies including HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript frameworks.

What is a system on chip for digital signage?

A system on chip (SoC) for digital signage is a processor built into commercial displays from manufacturers like Samsung (Tizen SSSP) and LG (webOS). Instead of connecting an external media player, the SoC runs your digital signage software directly on the screen. This reduces hardware costs, simplifies installation, and improves reliability.

What is System on Chip (SoC) in digital signage?

System on Chip (SoC) is a built-in processor inside a commercial display that can run digital signage software directly — without an external media player. The display itself becomes the player. Samsung Tizen and LG webOS professional displays both include SoC technology, making installation simpler and reducing hardware costs.

Do I need a media player with an SoC display?

No. That is the main advantage of SoC displays. The processor inside the screen runs the Signage Rocket player directly, so there is no separate box to buy, mount, or maintain. You connect the display to your network, point it to your Signage Rocket account, and you are ready to go.

What is the difference between SoC and an external media player?

An external media player is a separate device (like a BrightSign or mini PC) connected to a standard screen via HDMI. An SoC display has the player built in. SoC is simpler to install and has fewer points of failure, while external players can offer more processing power for very demanding content like 4K video walls.