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DRAM,继续暴涨
半导体芯闻· 2025-05-30 10:08
如果您希望可以时常见面,欢迎标星收藏哦~ 来源:内容编译自businesskorea 。 5月份,存储器半导体DRAM和NAND闪存的月平均价格连续两个月上涨。 据市场调查机构DRAMeXchange 5月30日报道,5月份PC DRAM普通产品(DDR4 8Gb 1Gx8) 的平均固定交易价格为2.1美元,较上月大幅上涨27.27%。继4月份上涨22.22%之后,连续两个月 涨幅超过20%。 DRAM价格去年9月(-17.07%)、11月(-20.59%)曾出现过两位数的下跌,但从12月开始连续4 个月保持稳定后开始回升。 美国政府宣布征收对等关税并给予90天宽限期,促使个人电脑制造商提前确保库存。市场研究公 司 TrendForce 解释说:"PC 公司正在增加内存库存,以利用 90 天的关税宽限期。这一举措尤其 增加了对低成本中央处理器 (CPU) 及其相应的 DDR4 DRAM 的需求。" 5月份用于存储卡和USB驱动器的NAND闪存通用产品(128Gb 16Gx8 MLC)平均固定交易价格 为2.92美元,环比上涨4.84%。 NAND价格从去年9月份开始连续4个月呈现下跌趋势,1月份出现反弹(4. ...
HBM 4,贵死了!
半导体芯闻· 2025-05-30 10:08
Core Viewpoint - SK Hynix is set to begin mass production of HBM4 in the second half of this year, with a significant increase in data processing speed and enhanced functionality of the base die, leading to an expected price increase of over 30% compared to previous generations [1][3]. Group 1: HBM4 Production and Cost Structure - HBM4's logic chip production has been outsourced to TSMC, which is expected to account for approximately 20% of the total unit cost of HBM4 [1][7]. - The high production costs of the logic chips from TSMC may limit SK Hynix's profitability despite the anticipated price increase of HBM4 [1][4]. - The expected price for HBM4 is around $2 per Gb, which is about 30% more expensive than the previous generation HBM3E [7]. Group 2: Market Position and Competitive Landscape - SK Hynix is currently the leading company in the HBM market and is the largest supplier of HBM to NVIDIA [3]. - The transition to HBM4 involves the addition of various functionalities to the logic chips, which are now custom-designed rather than merely connecting chips as in previous generations [7]. - Concerns have been raised that outsourcing the production of logic chips could weaken SK Hynix's profitability for the next generation of HBM due to TSMC's dominant position in advanced foundry processes [4][7]. Group 3: Future Negotiations and Supply Dynamics - SK Hynix is expected to finalize negotiations with NVIDIA regarding HBM4 supply for the next year, with the potential for price adjustments based on guaranteed supply volumes [8].
中国芯片,未雨绸缪
半导体芯闻· 2025-05-30 10:08
Core Viewpoint - The article discusses how Chinese tech companies are shifting towards domestic chip alternatives in response to tightening U.S. export controls on advanced chips, particularly from Nvidia, to support their AI development efforts [1][2][4]. Group 1: U.S. Export Controls and Chinese Response - The U.S. has tightened export controls on advanced chips to China, requiring companies like Nvidia to obtain government licenses for sales of customized chips [1]. - Chinese tech firms are accelerating their emergency plans to replace Nvidia chips with domestic alternatives due to limited existing inventory and long lead times for new orders [1][2]. - Companies like Baidu and Tencent are exploring various chip options and emphasizing the development of their own AI processors to meet growing demands [2][4]. Group 2: Domestic Chip Development - The export restrictions have sparked a wave of innovation in China's AI chip sector, with companies like Huawei promoting their Ascend chips as viable alternatives [2][4]. - Despite U.S. bans on Huawei's chips, demand for domestic alternatives is expected to rise, with more Chinese tech firms testing chips from local manufacturers like Haiguang and Cambricon [2][4]. - The shift to domestic chips may involve significant time and labor costs, leading many companies to adopt a hybrid approach, using existing Nvidia chips for training while relying on domestic processors for inference [4]. Group 3: U.S. Chip Manufacturers' Strategies - U.S. chip manufacturers like Nvidia and AMD are reportedly developing simplified AI chips that comply with U.S. export regulations for the Chinese market, with Nvidia's new chip codenamed "B20" [4][5]. - Nvidia's CEO acknowledged the challenges of launching new products in China under strict export controls, indicating that the company may be sidelined from the Chinese market [5]. - The competition between U.S. and Chinese chip manufacturers is intensifying, with the performance gap narrowing as Chinese firms ramp up production capabilities [5].
印度确认,首颗芯片要来了
半导体芯闻· 2025-05-30 10:08
Group 1 - The Indian Minister of Electronics and Information Technology, Ashwini Vaishnaw, announced that India's first semiconductor chip using 28-90 nm technology will be launched this year [1] - The minister highlighted a targeted approach in specific sectors that hold 60% market share, with six units currently under construction [1] - The 28-90 nm chips are intended for applications in automotive, telecommunications, power, and railways [1] Group 2 - Vaishnaw emphasized the importance of manufacturing alongside services for the next phase of growth, advocating for ownership of intellectual property, products, designs, and standards [1] - The minister noted the significant changes brought by artificial intelligence (AI) and its ongoing impact [1] - He mentioned the development of AI models tailored to Indian culture, languages, and social norms, with a project named Sarvam underway [2] Group 3 - Vaishnaw reported that India has become the world's second-largest freight railway, transporting 1.612 billion tons of goods, surpassing the US and Russia [2] - The minister stated that passenger capacity has also significantly increased, indicating progress in railway development [2] - A new policy has been introduced to incorporate startups into the railway sector, allowing for testing and promotion of innovative ideas [2]
美国EDA,确认禁售
半导体芯闻· 2025-05-30 10:08
Core Viewpoint - The new export restrictions imposed by the U.S. on China have created uncertainty for Synopsys in selling chip design software, leading the company to suspend its financial forecasts shortly after their release [1][2]. Group 1: Company Responses - Synopsys announced the suspension of its financial guidance for Q3 and the full fiscal year 2025 due to the new export restrictions from the U.S. Department of Commerce [2]. - Cadence Design Systems stated that they received notification from the U.S. Department of Commerce that a license is now required to export certain electronic design automation (EDA) software and technology to China [3]. - Both companies are currently assessing the potential impact of these new restrictions on their business and financial performance [2][3]. Group 2: Regulatory Context - The U.S. has ordered multiple companies to halt shipments to China without proper licenses, which includes revoking previously granted licenses [1]. - The new requirements are seen as a measure to prevent China from obtaining critical products necessary for key industries, potentially escalating tensions between the U.S. and China [2].
芯片公司,大多不好
半导体芯闻· 2025-05-29 10:22
如果您希望可以时常见面,欢迎标星收藏哦~ 来源:内容 编译自 semiwiki 。 WSTS 报告称,2025 年第一季度半导体市场收入为 1677 亿美元,比去年同期增长 18.8%,比上 一季度下降 2.8%。2025 年第一季度对于大多数主要半导体公司来说都是疲软的。下表中的 16 家 公司中有 10 家的收入与 2024 年第四季度相比有所下降,从博通的 -0.1% 到意法半导体和铠侠的 下降超过 20%。六家公司报告收入增长,从德州仪器的 1.5% 到英伟达的 12% 不等。2025 年第 二季度的前景喜忧参半。在提供指引的 14 家公司中,有 9 家预计 2025 年第二季度的收入将较 2025 年第一季度增长,其中 SK 海力士的增长幅度最高,为 14.6%。联发科预计收入持平。四家 公司预计收入将下降,其中铠侠的降幅最大,为 10.7%。 | | | | Change versus prior quarter in local currency | | | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | | | US$B | | Reported Guidanc ...
三星3nm,太惨了
半导体芯闻· 2025-05-29 10:22
Group 1 - Samsung Electronics' foundry division has secured orders for 7nm and 8nm processes from AI chip design companies, including Nintendo, improving capacity utilization [1] - Samsung's 3nm process is facing challenges, with a yield rate around 50%, while TSMC has achieved over 90% yield, raising concerns about Samsung's competitiveness in advanced processes [1][2] - Major clients like Google are shifting from Samsung's 3nm process to TSMC, indicating a loss of trust in Samsung's foundry capabilities due to yield issues [2] Group 2 - Apple, Qualcomm, NVIDIA, and MediaTek are adopting TSMC's third-generation 3nm process, with plans to transition to 2nm starting in 2026 [2] - The semiconductor industry emphasizes the importance of trust between foundries and clients, and Samsung's yield problems have led to skepticism about its foundry business [2]
全球最大AI芯片,创纪录
半导体芯闻· 2025-05-29 10:22
Core Viewpoint - Cerebras has developed the world's largest computer chip, the Cerebras WSE, which integrates an impressive 4 billion transistors and achieves AI inference speeds that are approximately 2.5 times faster than comparable NVIDIA clusters [1][4]. Group 1: Chip Specifications and Performance - The Cerebras WSE measures 8.5 inches (22 cm) on each side and has set a world record for AI inference speed, processing 2,500 tokens per second, surpassing NVIDIA's Llama 4, which reached 1,000 tokens per second [1][4]. - The WSE's performance is attributed to its 4 billion transistors, which is significantly higher than Intel's Core i9 with 3.35 billion transistors and Apple's M2 Max with 6.7 billion transistors [4]. - The chip features 44GB of the fastest RAM, allowing for integrated computing without the need for external processing, which is a limitation in NVIDIA's architecture [4][5]. Group 2: Evolution of Chip Technology - The WSE represents a significant evolution in chip design, moving beyond traditional CPU dominance and GPU reliance, introducing a new GPU-accelerated architecture that is not based on x86 or ARM [5]. - This development is characterized as a leap rather than an incremental improvement in technology, indicating a transformative shift in the semiconductor industry [5]. Group 3: Market Implications - The speed of AI engines is becoming increasingly critical as businesses seek to implement AI solutions that can handle complex, multi-step tasks efficiently [3][4]. - Independent verification from Artificial Analysis confirmed the WSE's speed claims, stating it outperformed NVIDIA's Blackwell in inference solutions for Meta's flagship models [4][5].
HBM,需求强劲
半导体芯闻· 2025-05-29 10:22
如果您希望可以时常见面,欢迎标星收藏哦~ 来源:内容 编译自 zdnet 。 Nvidia对AI半导体行业的增长充满信心。这是因为,尽管受到美国大规模出口限制的影响,但尖 端人工智能半导体"Blackwell"的需求依然强劲,全球对人工智能基础设施的投资正在积极进行。 超高性能AI半导体"GB300"也有望在今年第三季度初顺利开始量产。因此,预计三星电子、SK海 力士等国内主要存储器企业的HBM(高带宽存储器)业务也将能够抓住持续增长的机会。 这一天,英伟达宣布,其2026财年第一季度(今年2月至4月)的销售额达440.6亿美元。与去年同 期相比增长了 69%,与上一季度相比增长了 12%。营业利润也同比增长 43%,环比增长 6%,达 到 232.7 亿美元(非公认会计准则)。 不过,数据中心销售额为 391.1 亿美元,略低于市场预期(约 393 亿美元)。 SK海力士与Nvidia 就明年HBM供应量的谈判也正在进入最后阶段。据悉,最早将于下个月做出最 终决定。尤其是Nvidia下一代AI半导体"Rubin"搭载的HBM4(第6代HBM)的价格和数量成为重大 变数。 参考链接 https://zdnet ...
中微公司:打通五大半导体关键设备,实现立体生态发展
半导体芯闻· 2025-05-29 10:22
如果您希望可以时常见面,欢迎标星收藏哦~ 2025年5月27日上午,中微半导体设备(上海)股份有限公司(以下简称"中微公司")在临港 基地召开2024年度暨2025年第一季度业绩说明会。 中微公司董事长、总经理尹志尧在说明会上表示,中微公司的累计装机量过去14年年均增长超过 37%,营收年均增长超过35%。2024年,公司实现营收与盈利双增长,其中净利润达到13.9亿元, 同比增长16.5%;在等离子刻蚀设备方面,公司交出54.7%的年增长率,强劲领跑国产设备赛道。 截至2025年一季度末,中微公司净资产高达201.4亿元,在手资金84.7亿元,借款仅为7.5亿元, 财务结构极为健康。研发投入方面,2024年全年支出24.5亿元,占比高达27%,而2025年一季度 已投入6.9亿元,占比更是达到31.6%。在人才方面,公司2024年员工总数为2480人,年均增长达 22%,2025年一季度新增招聘117人,人均(加权)年销售额高达430万元,体现出强劲的组织效 能。 中微公司2024年全年ICP刻蚀设备订单达到41.08亿元,同比增长89.5%,ICP设备订单量已接近 CCP设备。其等离子体刻蚀设备共有自研的 ...