Typically, these types of appliances use chips that are manufactured using older process technologies, such as 90nm, 65nm, or 45nm. These larger process technologies allow for the production of simpler and less power-hungry chips, which are sufficient for the relatively low computational demands of these appliances.
For example, a modern refrigerator might use a chip manufactured using a 90nm or 65nm process technology, which would be capable of running the basic control functions and sensors required for the fridge's operation.
Similarly, a TV or washing machine might use chips manufactured using a 45nm process technology or older, which would be capable of running the device's basic functions, such as power management, audio and video processing, and other control functions.
Refrigerators: 90nm or 65nm
TVs: 45nm or 65nm
Washing machines: 45nm or 65nm
Smartphones: 5nm to 14nm
Laptops: 5nm to 14nm
Gaming consoles: 7nm to 14nm
Wi-Fi routers: 40nm to 90nm
Digital cameras: 65nm to 90nm
Home theater systems: 45nm to 65nm
Fitness trackers: 28nm to 40nm
Dishwashers: 45nm to 65nm
Speakers: 65nm to 90nm
Earphones: 40nm to 65nm
Cars and vehicles: 28nm to 40nm (for automotive chips)
Trucks: 28nm to 40nm (for automotive chips)
Electric pumps: 65nm to 90nm
Motors: 65nm to 90nm
Generators: 45nm to 65nm
Tablets: 5nm to 10nm
Kindle book readers: 40nm to 90nm
Digital clocks: 65nm to 90nm
Smart watches: 28nm to 40nm
Keyboards: 65nm to 90nm
Mouse: 65nm to 90nm
Monitors: 28nm to 40nm
Processors: 5nm to 14nm
Graphic cards: 7nm to 16nm
Digital display boards: 28nm to 40nm
Microphones: 65nm to 90nm
CCTV cameras: 28nm to 40nm
Web cameras: 28nm to 40nm
LED tube lights: 65nm to 90nm
LED bulbs: 65nm to 90nm
Smart bulbs: 40nm to 65nm