AMD RDNA4 Navi 48 Sets New Benchmark for GPU Density
AMD has announced its latest Radeon RX 9000-series GPU, revealing that the Navi 48 die is not only smaller than expected but also holds a record-breaking density of 150 million transistors per square millimeter. This achievement surpasses Nvidia's GB203 die and even outshines the Blackwell consumer peak, setting a new standard for GPU design. The Navi 48's high transistor count is expected to boost performance, making it a formidable competitor in the market.
- AMD's focus on transistor density demonstrates its commitment to squeezing every last bit of efficiency from its GPUs, potentially leading to further innovations and advancements in the industry.
- As the GPU market continues to evolve, how will manufacturers balance competing demands for performance, power efficiency, and cost in their designs, particularly as 3D stacked architectures and other emerging technologies come online?