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Horizon Robotics

Horizon Robotics (9660.HK) is a Beijing AI-chip leader, expanding its Journey computing platforms from cars to robots.

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Horizon Robotics
Horizon Robotics — China Robotics Insider company profile
地平线

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Company Overview

  • Horizon was founded by AI scientist Yu Kai and became China's leading autonomous-driving chip company (Journey series).
  • It is extending its computing platforms into robotics, providing the on-device AI compute for perception and control.
  • Horizon is a key computing-supplier play on both autonomous driving and embodied AI.

Key Facts

Full NameHorizon Robotics
Chinese Name地平线机器人
Founded2015
HeadquartersBeijing, China
FounderYu Kai (余凯)
Stock Code9660.HK (Hong Kong)
Core ProductsJourney SoCs, robotics computing platforms
StatusChina's leading automotive/robot AI-chip company

Data Snapshot

Full NameHorizon Robotics
Founded2015
HeadquartersBeijing, China
Stock Code9660.HK (Hong Kong)
Core ProductsJourney SoCs, robotics computing platforms
Market PositionHorizon Robotics (9660.HK) is a Beijing AI-chip leader, expanding its Journey computing platforms from cars to robots.
StatusChina's leading automotive/robot AI-chip company

Products & Specs

  • Journey SoCs
  • robotics computing platforms
  • Journey automotive/robotics SoCs.
  • On-device AI compute for perception.
  • Software toolchain for robot developers.

Key Customers & Applications

  • Horizon was founded by AI scientist Yu Kai and became China's leading autonomous-driving chip company (Journey series).
  • It is extending its computing platforms into robotics, providing the on-device AI compute for perception and control.
  • Horizon is a key computing-supplier play on both autonomous driving and embodied AI.
  • Horizon designs chips with domestic manufacturing partners.
  • Beijing AI ecosystem and talent.
  • Deep ties to Chinese automakers and now robot makers.

Recent Milestones

  • 2015 — Founded in Beijing
  • Today — China's leading automotive/robot AI-chip company

Actuators & Sensors

  • Journey automotive/robotics SoCs.
  • On-device AI compute for perception.
  • Software toolchain for robot developers.

Supply-Chain Analysis

  • Horizon designs chips with domestic manufacturing partners.
  • Beijing AI ecosystem and talent.
  • Deep ties to Chinese automakers and now robot makers.

Competitor Comparison

Versus Nvidia (Jetson) and Qualcomm: Horizon competes with China-first optimization, domestic supply chain and integration with local robot platforms.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Horizon Robotics do?

Horizon Robotics (地平线) is a Chinese robotics company focused on Journey SoCs, robotics computing platforms. It is part of China's fast-growing robotics ecosystem, which spans industrial, service and humanoid robots.

How does Horizon Robotics fit into China's robotics industry?

China's robotics sector is broad and competitive. Horizon Robotics focuses on Journey SoCs, robotics computing platforms, competing with domestic peers and international companies through cost, integration and speed.

Where is Horizon Robotics based?

Horizon Robotics (地平线) is headquartered in Beijing, China, China.

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