Advantages of Integrated circuits:-
1. Extremely small size.
2. Very small weight .
3. Very low cost .
4. More reliable .
5. Lower power consumption .
6. Easy replacement .
7. Close matching of components and temperature coefficients possible.
8. Improved functional performance .
9. Greater ability of operating at extreme temperatures.
10. Suitable for small signal operation .
11. No component projection above the chip surface.
Disadvantages of Integrated Circuits:-
1. If any component in an IC fails, the whole IC has to be replaced by a new one.
2. Limited power rating.
3. Inductors cannot be fabricated directly
4. Operation at low voltage as ICs function at fairly low voltage.
5.Quite delicate in handling as these cannot withstand rough handling or excessive heat.
6.Fabrication of capacitors and resistors are limited in maximum value..
7.High grade P-N-P assembly is not possible.
8.Low temperature coefficient is difficult to be achieved.
9.Large value of saturation resistance of transistors.
10.Voltage dependence of resistor and capacitors.