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Samsung launches 24Gb GDDR7 DRAM with record speed for AI, GPU
Samsung developed the 24Gb GDDR7 DRAM for AI and next-gen GPU. The company’s advanced GDDR7 memory chipset introduces faster speed and enhanced power efficiency to become an optimum solution for next-generation applications.
The South Korean tech giant also announced that the validation for the 24Gb GDDR7 in next-generation AI computing systems from major GPU customers will begin this year, with plans for commercialization early next year.
24Gb GDDR7
Thanks to high capacity and powerful performance, Samsung’s latest memory chip will be widely utilized in various fields. It’s a pretty big induction in fields that require high-performance memory solutions, such as data centers and AI workstations.
Beyond that, the GDDR7 will also be utilized beyond the traditional applications of graphics DRAM in graphics cards, gaming consoles and autonomous driving. It minimizes current leakage by using power gating design tech to boost operational stability.
Samsung claims that the GDDR7 achieved industry-leading speed for graphics DRAM of 40 Gbps, a whopping 25% boost over its predecessor. The performances can also be enhanced to up to 42.5Gbps, depending on the usage environment.
The company has also expanded mobile SoC-inspired methods such as clock control management and dual VDD design. It’s aimed at reducing unnecessary power consumption, improving power efficiency by over 30%.
Samsung faced a key technology leak that could have ruined its semiconductor investments and efforts. As cases surface, South Korea vowed to tighten tech leak prevention to safeguard home-grown innovation by Samsung and others.
Reuters reports that South Korea is preparing big decisions to protect Samsung and other local firms from the leak of key tech and business secrets. The Korean govt will prepare stronger measures to shield advanced technologies from leak.
A former Samsung employee was recently arrested over allegations of stealing semiconductor information. The person was accused of transferring key semiconductor secrets to a Chinese firm as part of establishing a facility.
South Korea’s finance minister announced that the Government is working on the preparation of stronger measures to prevent overseas leaks of business secrets amid intensifying competition for advanced technologies.
“We will prevent illegal leaks of advanced technologies to raise the global competitiveness of our companies and strengthen technology leadership,” Minister Choi Sang-mok said.
Korean FM disclosed that the government will set up a “big data” system. It will be aimed at preventing tech leaks at the patent agency and bringing new regulations to ensure stronger punishment and penalties for culprits.
The wait is over! Samsung confirmed the Galaxy Z Fold 6 Special Edition launch date. The launch is happening next week, and the company has sent an online invite to all fans. As always, Samsung hasn’t confirmed the upcoming device in the invite post.
Samsung will launch the Galaxy Z Fold 6 Special Edition on October 21, 2024. The invite post’s Korea exclusivity hints at the device’s limited availability. However, if the rumors spread so far are true, its China debut is likely.
The South Korean tech giant released the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Z Flip 6 in July. To rival Chinese phone makers, the company is entering key markets with a Special Edition of Fold featuring competing specifications.
It is reported that the Galaxy Z Fold 6 Special Edition is just 10.6mm thick. It isn’t thinner than the foldable phones released in China, but a big development in Samsung’s lineup. It is said to be equipped with a 6.5-inch cover and an 8-inch inner display.
To reduce the thickness, Samsung reportedly removed the digitizer from panel. Meanwhile, the S Pen stylus is still supported and we are excited to hear how the company managed to keep this function alive after removing key component.
Samsung could introduce the upcoming foldable as W25 in China. It will be a sequel to the rebranded Galaxy Z Fold 5 in China. Notably, the standard Galaxy Z Fold 6 hasn’t yet been announced in the Chinese market.
South Korea and China are the biggest markets in terms of foldable adoption. Samsung is eyeing its presence in the world’s largest smartphone market. At present, the company has a negligible share in the market dominated by local vendors.
Samsung may use an AI-packed Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 chip in the Galaxy A36 5G. A recent Geekbench listing suggests that the upcoming Samsung mid-ranger would be powered by Qualcomm’s SoC, rather than Exynos.
91mobiles spotted alleged Galaxy A36 5G with Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 SoC. The phone scored quite low scores in both single-core and multi-core performance tests. The switch from Exynos suggests a dramatic change in the segment.
Samsung’s A35 5G is selling well internationally. It isn’t the most-selling smartphone, but grabbed much attention since its initial launch. 2025 will be the year when the A35 5G will get a successor with a different application processor.
Recently, Samsung’s Galaxy A36 5G was spotted on Geekbench with the SM-A366B model number. The phone runs Android 15 operating system. The chipset is codenamed Parrot with 2.4GHz frequency, hinting at the Snapdragon 7s Gen 2.
Samsung could launch the Galaxy A36 alongside the A56 by March next year. The latter could use the next-gen mid-range Exynos SoC. Ray tracing and Generative AI capabilities could be worth seeing if the chipset supports them.
Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 processor comes with a Kryo CPU that reaches peak speeds up to 2.4 GHz for lightning-fast, on-device experiences, while Quick Charge 4+ refuels power from 0–50% in just five minutes.
Additionally, the US chip designer’s AI Engine includes an AI-powered virtual assistant to help with daily tasks. This means, the mid-range phone would support more new Galaxy AI features – aligning with Samsung’s announcement at SDC.