Samsung Electronics, a global leader in advanced memory technology, has announced the development of the industry’s first 24-gigabit (Gb) GDDR7 DRAM. With this new solution, which offers the highest capacity in the industry and speeds exceeding 40 Gbps, Samsung is setting a new standard in graphics memory for next-generation applications such as artificial intelligence (AI) and data centers.
The development of this DRAM represents not only an advancement in storage capacity, but also as the fastest solution on the market, aimed at meeting the growing demands of high-performance computing. GDDR7 will not be limited to the traditional realm of graphics cards and video game consoles, but will also play a key role in areas such as AI workstations and autonomous driving systems.
YongCheol Bae, Executive Vice President of Memory Product Planning at Samsung Electronics, emphasized the importance of this advancement: “After developing the first 16Gb GDDR7 last year, Samsung has solidified its technological leadership in the graphics memory market with this achievement. We will continue to lead the industry, offering next-generation products that meet the growing needs of the AI market.”
The new 24Gb GDDR7 DRAM utilizes 5th generation 10nm technology, allowing for a 50% increase in cell density while maintaining the same package size as the previous version. This advancement ensures superior performance without increasing the physical size of the component, which is crucial for integration into compact yet powerful devices.
In terms of energy efficiency, the GDDR7 stands out not only for its capacity, but also for its impressive speed of 40 gigabits per second (Gbps), representing a 25% improvement over the previous version. Depending on the usage environment, performance can increase up to 42.5 Gbps, making it the ideal choice for applications requiring fast transfers and processing of large data volumes.
In terms of energy efficiency, the GDDR7 incorporates technologies previously used in mobile products, such as clock control management and dual voltage design (Dual VDD). These innovations reduce unnecessary energy consumption, improving efficiency by over 30%. Additionally, the inclusion of power shut-off design techniques ensures greater operational stability during high-speed operations, minimizing current leakage.
Samsung has already begun validation of the 24Gb GDDR7 with key graphics processing unit (GPU) customers for their next-generation AI computing systems. Commercialization of this graphics memory is expected to begin early next year, further solidifying Samsung’s position in the global AI and advanced computing market.
With this development, Samsung not only reaffirms its leadership in graphics memory, but also paves the way for future innovations in the field of artificial intelligence and applications requiring unprecedented data performance.