New AMD Embedded GPU Delivers Up to 3X Performance-Per-Watt for Low-Power Embedded Applications
October 03 2017 - 8:00AM
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AMD (NASDAQ:AMD)
today announced the AMD Embedded Radeon™ E9170 Series graphics
processing unit (GPU). The new processor is the first “Polaris”
architecture-based AMD Embedded discrete GPU available in
multi-chip module (MCM) format with integrated memory for smaller,
power-efficient custom designs, as well as PCI Express® and MXM
formats for standard form factor systems. The E9170 Series GPU is
ideal for devices that require premium graphics and expanded
display capabilities while meeting exacting power and thermal
efficiency demands. AMD is extending its core graphics technology,
delivering crystal clear resolution and a stunning and seamless 4K
experience across multiple displays to a growing number of markets,
including digital casino games, thin clients, medical displays,
retail and digital signage, and industrial systems.
The AMD Embedded Radeon E9173 GPU, based on the “Polaris”
architecture, leverages an optimized 14nm FinFET manufacturing
process to provide up to 3X the performance-per-watt over previous
generations of AMD Embedded GPUsi. By offering sub-40W TDP in a
small package, AMD enables a broader range of products, adding a
new level of scalability to the AMD Radeon™ Power-Efficient
Embedded GPU portfolio. With support for up to five simultaneous 4K
displaysii, the E9170 Series GPU virtually eliminates the need for
additional processors and duplicate hardware to create an immersive
multimedia environment. Additionally, the option to select from
MCM, MXM and PCI Express modules increases design flexibility while
minimizing complexity.
“Developers are continuing to push the boundaries on what’s
possible for embedded systems, demanding more performance, more
features and more design options, all while significantly reducing
power consumption. At the GPU level, it is critical to provide
versatile solutions that do not compromise on graphics performance
or 4K multi-display capabilities,” said Colin Cureton, director of
product management, AMD Enterprise Solutions. “The new AMD Embedded
Radeon E9170 Series GPU not only achieves up to 3X the
performance-per-watt over previous solutions, but is the first
‘Polaris’-based Embedded GPU available in the MCM form factor to
enable sleek designs in a variety of sizes, striking the optimal
balance of performance and power efficiency.”
Key Application Benefits of the E9170
Series
- Digital casino games: Helping reduce energy consumption and
operating costs, the E9170 Series GPU cuts down on operating costs
for entry level and midrange casino gaming systems, as well as
lowers thermal dissipation that impacts facility air conditioning
costs. Support for five independent and simultaneous displays
allows companies to create an eye-catching experience with more
pixels and more action. DirectX® 12 support enables higher frames
per second and reduced latency, and cross-platform Vulkan® API
support helps ensure better image quality while decreasing CPU
processing bottlenecks.
- Thin clients: Thin clients powered by the E9170 Series GPU can
have a smaller hardware footprint than traditional PC systems, and
can have lower heat output and provide cooler workspaces in
densely-staffed and space-constrained environments such as stock
exchange trading floors. Additionally, 4K graphics resolution
provides crisp visual clarity when thin clients are in split-screen
display mode, improving the end-user experience.
- Medical displays: The high-performance 4K graphics resolution
in the E9170 Series GPU helps improve the accuracy of clinical
diagnoses in X-Ray machines and ultrasounds as well as with bone
tissue and analysis, helping medical professionals to enhance
patient care.
- Retail and digital signage: Cost-conscious signage companies
integrating the E9170 Series GPU can drive up to five simultaneous
4K displays for a stunning visual experience that holds viewer
attention without incurring a premium processor price.
- Industrial: The Radeon E9170 Series GPU in the reliable MCM
format enables the stability required for the most stringent shock
and vibration tests in environments such as airplane cockpits, in
addition to driving multiple displays.
Key Features of the E9170 Series GPU
- Up to 1.25 TFLOPS at sub-40W TDP board power, setting a new
benchmark within the AMD Radeon Power-Efficient Embedded GPU
portfolio by delivering up to 3X the performance-per-watt over
previous generations.
- 4K optimization and flexible multi-display configurability to
enable rich multimedia and design versatility.
- Features include 4K HEVC/H.265iii and AVC/H.264 decode and
encode, and up to five display outputs using HDMI® 2.0 and/or
DisplayPort 1.4.
- Available in compact MCM, standard MXM and PCI Express card
form factors.
- Planned availability through 2024 to ensure support continuity
for long-lifecycle products and next-generation designs.
- 4K and 3D support ensures unparalleled visual immersion.
- 4GB memory (128bit GDDR5) for high-performance needs.
Partner SupportQuixant“Quixant
is a long-term AMD partner and we have successfully implemented
several generations of high-performance GPUs for various casino
gaming systems,” said Nick Jarmany, Chief Executive Officer,
Quixant. “The new AMD Radeon GPU in the MCM form factor provides us
with the competitive performance advantage we expect from AMD,
while also driving down power consumption so we can deliver
advanced, eye-catching content on a 4K display in a compact,
cost-effective package, keeping our customers at the top of their
game.”
Eizo“Over the last 10 years, Eizo Rugged
Solutions has partnered with AMD Embedded to successfully bring
highly reliable and rugged graphics, video capture and encoding
products to several large defense programs,” said Selwyn L
Henriques, President and Chief Executive Officer, Eizo Rugged
Solutions. “AMD’s unwavering commitment to the embedded market,
including long product lifecycles and GPUs with high
performance-per-watt, has enabled us to offer our customers
exceptional video solutions that meet or exceed their needs and
minimize TCO. The new Eizo XMC and 3U VPX products, based on the
AMD Embedded Radeon E9170 Series GPU, will help us deliver even
higher performance and continue to expand our customer
base.”
AvailabilityThe AMD Embedded Radeon E9170
Series GPU in PCI Express and MXM module configurations are planned
to be available in October 2017, and the E9170 Series GPU MCM
module configuration is planned for November 2017.
Supporting Resources
- AMD Embedded product page
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i AMD Embedded Radeon™ E6760 with 6 compute units (CU) and
configured at standard engine clock speed 600 MHz can reach a
maximum of 461 GFLOPS SP within thermal design power (TDP) of 30W,
yielding 15.36 GFLOPS/W. AMD Embedded Radeon™ E9173 with 8
CUs and configured at standard engine clock speed 1124 MHz can
reach a maximum of 1151 GFLOPS SP within TDP of 25W, yielding 46.04
GFLOPS/W, achieving nearly 3x performance-per-watt compared to AMD
Embedded Radeon™ E6760, EMB-142.ii Number of displays supported
varies by model.iii HEVC acceleration is subject to
inclusion/installation of compatible HEVC players. GD-81
Contact:Perrin CoxAMD Public Relations+1 (512)
602-0361perrin.cox@amd.com
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