ModelSim 2026 GA: 2x simulation speed

Tools2026-10-11

HDL simulation waveforms and speed cover

Fig: HDL simulation waveforms accelerating with faster builds

EDA toolchains iterate frequently; new releases typically bring new device support, faster builds and better timing closure. Per fpga.love industry news: ModelSim 2026 GA: 2x simulation speed.

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Simulation Workflow

Functional simulation is driven by a testbench, then outputs are checked waveform by waveform. Compile time directly sets the wait per iteration; a faster release noticeably improves large-scale regression runs.

Fig: Functional simulation: testbench drives the design and waveforms are checked

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ModelSim 2026 GA: 2x simulation speed

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