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人工智能,需要怎样的DRAM?
半导体行业观察· 2025-06-13 00:40
Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the critical role of different types of DRAM in meeting the growing computational demands of artificial intelligence (AI), emphasizing the importance of memory bandwidth and access methods in system performance [1][4][10]. DRAM Types and Characteristics - Synchronous DRAM (SDRAM) is categorized into four types: DDR, LPDDR, GDDR, and HBM, each with distinct purposes and advantages [1][4]. - DDR memory is optimized for complex operations and is the most versatile architecture, featuring low latency and moderate bandwidth [1]. - Low Power DDR (LPDDR) includes features to reduce power consumption while maintaining performance, such as lower voltage and temperature compensation [2][3]. - GDDR is designed for graphics processing with higher bandwidth than DDR but higher latency [4][6]. - High Bandwidth Memory (HBM) provides extremely high bandwidth necessary for data-intensive computations, making it ideal for data centers [4][7]. Market Dynamics and Trends - HBM is primarily used in data centers due to its high cost and energy consumption, limiting its application in cost-sensitive edge devices [7][8]. - The trend is shifting towards hybrid memory solutions, combining HBM with LPDDR or GDDR to balance performance and cost [8][9]. - LPDDR is gaining traction in various systems, especially in battery-powered devices, due to its excellent bandwidth-to-power ratio [14][15]. - GDDR is less common in AI systems, often overlooked despite its high throughput, as it does not meet specific system requirements [16]. Future Developments - LPDDR6 is expected to launch soon, promising improvements in clock speed and error correction capabilities [18]. - HBM4 is anticipated to double the bandwidth and channel count compared to HBM3, with a release expected in 2026 [19]. - The development of custom HBM solutions is emerging, allowing bulk buyers to collaborate with manufacturers for optimized performance [8]. System Design Considerations - Ensuring high-quality access signals is crucial for system performance, as different suppliers may offer varying speeds for the same DRAM type [22]. - System designers must carefully select the appropriate memory type to meet specific performance needs while considering cost and power constraints [22].
CXL的进展:尚未成熟
半导体行业观察· 2025-05-27 01:25
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 eejournal 。 近年来,CXL正在成为大家的焦点。 事实上,在开发 CXL 标准、基于该标准生产早期计算机硬件(内存模块和内存服务器)以及从该 硬件获取一些性能数据方面确实取得了长足的进步。从性能数据中,现在可以确定哪些应用程序最 适合使用基于 CXL 的内存子系统,哪些不适合。 内存专家Jim Handy在一个分享中概述了 CXL 的现状。他首先指出,就像七个盲人摸象一样, CXL 凭借其在各个修订版本中新增的功能,拥有了丰富的功能。CXL 可用于: 根据应用程序的不同,其中一些功能将比其他功能更重要,正如 Handy 通过来自可能使用 CXL 内存的不同系统 OEM 的回应所说明的那样: Handy 还 指 出 , CXL 是 一 个 相 对 较 新 的 标 准 。 CXL 联 盟 于 2019 年 发 布 了 CXL 1.0 和 CXL 1.1。CXL 2.0 于 2020 年底发布,它增加了 CXL 交换的概念,以支持数据中心机架内的多个主 机 xPU。CXL 3.0、3.1 和 3.2 增加了多项功能,包括多个交换机层,以支持跨机 ...