Samsung has just announced a new and faster version of its LPDDR5X DRAM, which runs at 10.7Gbps, significantly more than the LPDDR5T variant offered by its competitor SK Hynix. This chip is produced on a 12nm class process, making it both faster and smaller, making it perfect for use in on-device AI applications.
According to YongCheol Bae, Executive Vice President of Memory Product Planning at Samsung Electronics, the demand for low-power, high-performance memory continues to grow and LPDDR DRAM is expected to have broader applications beyond mobile devices. These include in PCs, accelerators, servers, and automobiles. Samsung is committed to delivering optimized products for the on-device AI era through innovation and collaboration with customers.
The 10.7Gbps LPDDR5X from Samsung offers increased performance by over 25% and capacity by more than 30% compared to LPDDR5. It also increases the single package capacity of mobile DRAM to 32GB. The LPDDR5X includes power-saving technologies that improve power efficiency by 25% and allow the chip to enter low-power mode for extended periods.
Samsung plans to start mass production of the 10.7Gbps LPDDR5X DRAM in the second half of the year upon successful verification with mobile application processor (AP) and mobile device providers. This advancement in memory technology is set to impact various industries and applications, further driving innovation and performance enhancements in the tech sector.
In conclusion, Samsung’s latest offering of a faster version of its LPDDR5X DRAM will have significant implications for various industries as it offers increased performance and capacity compared to its previous version while also being smaller in size making it ideal for use in on-device AI applications. With its commitment to innovation and collaboration with customers, Samsung continues to deliver optimized products that drive performance enhancements in the tech sector.