Core Viewpoint - Bolt Graphics has launched a new GPU named Zeus, designed to overcome the limitations of traditional GPUs in performance, efficiency, and functionality, particularly for high-performance workloads like rendering, high-performance computing, and gaming [2][7]. Performance and Specifications - Zeus reportedly offers approximately 10 times the performance of Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 in path tracing workloads, although its performance in traditional rendering techniques remains unclear [6][7]. - The GPU supports expandable memory, allowing users to extend memory up to 384 GB via PCIe cards, with a maximum of 2.25 TB in a 2U server configuration, which is eight times that of traditional GPUs [7][11]. - Zeus GPUs are designed to reduce energy consumption while enhancing performance, challenging the historical trend of increased energy use with performance gains [7][11]. Innovations and Features - Zeus integrates high-speed 400 GbE and 800 GbE Ethernet interfaces directly into the GPU, eliminating the need for expensive and high-latency network cards [11]. - The GPU will be available in various forms, including PCIe cards, servers, and cloud platforms, with plans to expand into smartphones, tablets, laptops, gaming consoles, and automotive applications [11]. - Bolt Graphics has also introduced Glowstick, a real-time path tracing tool that allows users to visualize their work instantly, significantly benefiting industries like film, architecture, and product design [11][12]. Technical Architecture - Zeus utilizes a RISC-V architecture, which is intended to better integrate into the rapidly evolving ecosystem, with various development boards and single-board computers in development [13][14]. - The GPU features a multi-chip design, with specifications indicating a focus on memory capacity to handle large datasets for rendering and simulation [19][20]. Market Position and Future Plans - Bolt Graphics plans to release a developer kit in 2026 and begin mass production in 2027, positioning Zeus to compete with next-generation architectures from AMD and Nvidia [32]. - The company aims to address practical limitations in current GPU designs, focusing on enhancing visual fidelity in real-time ray tracing applications [32].