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Hiper Global is the only integration partner in Israel selected by AMD, holding the "AMD Partner" title
Last weekend, AMD, a leader in high-performance server processors, announced the launch of its 192-core giant processors, reclaiming its leadership in the world of X86 servers. The powerful processor, featuring 192 performance cores and capable of being installed as a dual-processor system, has returned AMD to the top of the server industry. The new processor supports ultra-fast 6000 DDR5 memory, 128 PCIe 5.0 channels, CXL 2.0, and additional models with fewer cores tailored for GPU-based systems.
The advantage of multi-core processors, such as AMD's new Turin processor with up to 192 performance cores (as opposed to Intel's "efficient" cores in some of their products), which includes Hiper-Threading and various AVX capabilities, is the ability to utilize fewer servers to achieve throughput that previously required numerous machines. Technology companies that leverage multi-threaded software can derive significant value from these processors.
At the same time, AMD continues to offer high-frequency processors with fewer cores, such as the 9575F processor, which has "only" 64 cores but operates at a high frequency of 3.3GHz, optimized for frequency-heavy applications. Additionally, previous processor families, such as the 7000 series, still in production, provide a more affordable alternative for customers with needs of up to 64 cores. Lastly, the Siena family, part of the 8000 series, supports up to 64 cores, making it a cost-effective and energy-efficient option for companies that utilize computing as part of an integrated software and hardware solution.
As an AMD partner, AMD grants Hiper Global priority access to information and future AMD technologies, ahead of the general market. This enables development teams to plan products 6-10 years ahead and make informed business decisions that ultimately impact product development. HIPER Global's partnership with AMD joins two other top-tier partnership titles the company holds: the "Titanium" title from Intel and the "ELITE" title from NVIDIA.
Saar Blitz, CVP of Technology at HIPER Global, summarizes the benefits and challenges of AMD's new processor and who may benefit from it:
Advantages:
High Core Count: With 192 performance cores in a single processor, AMD delivers immense computing power ideal for multi-threaded systems. This is a significant advantage for companies handling heavy and complex tasks.
Support for Advanced Technologies: The new processors support fast DDR5 6000 memory and 128 PCIe 5.0 channels, enabling faster communication and response times. This is particularly important in high-performance computing (HPC).
Focus on Performance Cores: AMD uses full-performance cores, unlike some Intel processors that use "efficient" cores to reduce energy consumption. This allows for maximum performance in heavy workloads.
Hyper-Threading and AVX: Support for technologies such as Hyper-Threading and AVX enhances the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and process mathematical data efficiently.
Diverse Solutions: AMD offers a wide range of processors tailored to different needs, such as the 7000 series, providing up to 64 cores at a lower price, and the Siena 8000 series, suitable for low-to-medium-range use requiring energy-efficient processors.
Challenges:
Broad Range of Offerings: One challenge is the wide variety of processors and their alignment with customer needs. Many different types and families of processors remain available for many years, making it difficult for customers to choose the most suitable one.
High Performance at the Expense of Energy Efficiency: While AMD processors offer many performance cores, some customers may prefer "efficient" cores that provide lower energy consumption, as seen in some Intel processors.
Lower Frequency in High-Core Count Processors: In processors with a very high core count (like the 192 cores in the new generation), the operating frequency of each core tends to be lower, potentially affecting performance in single-core-based tasks.
About Hiper Global:
HIPER Global designs and delivers tailored compute-based solutions for leading technology and defense companies on a global scale.
With offices in Israel, the US, Germany, and the UK, HIPER Global works with industry-leading manufacturers to deliver custom and commercial off-the-shelf computing solutions, alongside a full range of world-class hardware platforms and related technical services.
HIPER Global's value-added services include product design, turnkey manufacturing, custom rugged solutions, global operations, and end-to-end support, empowering customers to focus on their core competencies, meet product scheduling deadlines, and accelerate their time to market.
