In a previous article where a certain graphics card was introduced, a reader raised a very meaningful question: With GDDR7 now released, will Nvidia and AMD’s next-generation graphics cards use GDDR7 memory, and what is the current progress?
Many digital hardware enthusiasts, especially gamers, are very interested in this question. Here, I will share the latest developments on Micron’s GDDR7 products.
On June 4th, Micron announced the launch of the next-generation GDDR7 memory samples with the industry’s highest bit density, utilizing 1-beta DRAM technology and an innovative architecture, capable of delivering 32Gb/s high-performance memory.
The GDDR7 memory features over 1.5TB/s system bandwidth, which is 60% higher than GDDR6, and supports four independently optimized workload channels. This allows for faster response times, smoother gaming experiences, and lower latency.
Of course, it’s energy consumption and power efficiency are also very important. Micron claims that compared to GDDR6, GDDR7’s energy efficiency is improved by more than 50%, and a new sleep mode reduces standby power consumption by 70%, which is significant for battery-powered devices, allowing for longer battery life.
So, what products and scenarios can GDDR7 be applied to? At this point, ordinary digital hardware enthusiasts would undoubtedly think of using it in graphics card memory.
This view is certainly correct, but it only covers a small part of GDDR7’s application range. It can also be applied to artificial intelligence, gaming, and high-performance computing.
Micron’s GDDR7 offers about 33% increased data throughput and reduces response time by up to 20%, making it highly suitable for various generative AI applications, such as creating images from text.
Of course, most of the readers of this article are ordinary digital enthusiasts, more concerned with gaming performance. To this end, Micron states that compared to current graphics cards equipped with GDDR6 and GDDR6X memory, those with GDDR7 can achieve over a 30% increase in frames per second at 1080P, 1440P, and 4K resolutions (see the above image), which is a substantial improvement.
Regarding the progress of GDDR7’s adaptation in the graphics card field, Joe Macri, AMD’s Senior Vice President and Corporate Fellow, provided some relevant information for reference. His exact words are as follows:
“We are very excited about Micron’s release of GDDR7 and look forward to utilizing this technology to make games smoother and more realistic. At AMD, we are committed to creating immersive gaming experiences for players. We are working with Micron to advance our shared goals.”
From Joe Macri’s conversation, it is clear that AMD is working on adapting GDDR7 for its graphics cards. However, he did not reveal which future graphics card models will be equipped with it or when they will be released.
Micron finally stated that its GDDR7 will be shipped in the second half of this year, indicating that the official commercial release of GDDR7 is not far away. I will share more updates and leaks about GDDR7 as soon as possible, so stay tuned.
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