SEOUL — South Korean semiconductor company SK Hynix announced Thursday that it has begun delivering samples of its newest high-bandwidth memory chips to key customers, a move aimed at solidifying its foothold in the rapidly expanding artificial intelligence chip market.
The company’s latest product, a 12-layer chip called the HBM4E, is capable of reaching speeds up to 16 gigabits per second per pin. SK Hynix says the chip also delivers more than 20% greater power efficiency compared to earlier generations.
High-bandwidth memory chips play a critical role in AI computing, serving as essential components inside the processors used to train AI systems. These chips help manage the enormous volumes of data that modern AI applications require to function.
SK Hynix currently holds the position of primary HBM supplier to Nvidia, one of the world’s leading makers of AI processors. The South Korean firm faces ongoing competition in this space from rivals Samsung and Micron.
