Video Memory Technologies

Explore different types of video memory used in graphics cards, from classic DDR to modern GDDR7 and HBM technologies.

33
Memory Types
2870
Total GPUs
Legacy to Modern
Technology Evolution
LPDDR5X
4 GPUs

LPDDR5X memory technology used in various graphics processing units for specialized applications and performance requirements.

Applications: Specialized graphics and computing tasks
Example GPUs:
Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme GPU Ryzen Z2 Extreme GPU Ryzen Z2 GPU
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GDDR2
3 GPUs

Second-generation GDDR2 memory with enhanced bandwidth over original GDDR, featuring improved signal integrity and higher clock speeds for better graphics performance in early 2000s GPUs.

Best for: Retro gaming, legacy applications, system restoration
Example GPUs:
GeForce FX 5700 Ultra GeForce FX 5800 GeForce FX 5800 Ultra
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LPDDR4
3 GPUs

LPDDR4 memory technology used in various graphics processing units for specialized applications and performance requirements.

Applications: Specialized graphics and computing tasks
Example GPUs:
Jetson Nano Jetson TX1 Jetson TX2
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SGR
2 GPUs

SGR memory technology used in various graphics processing units for specialized applications and performance requirements.

Applications: Specialized graphics and computing tasks
Example GPUs:
Millennium G200 Productiva G100
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LPDDR3
2 GPUs

LPDDR3 memory technology used in various graphics processing units for specialized applications and performance requirements.

Applications: Specialized graphics and computing tasks
Example GPUs:
Tegra 4 GPU Tegra 4i GPU
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FPM
1 GPUs

FPM memory technology used in various graphics processing units for specialized applications and performance requirements.

Applications: Specialized graphics and computing tasks
Example GPUs:
STG-2000
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SGRAM
1 GPUs

SGRAM memory technology used in various graphics processing units for specialized applications and performance requirements.

Applications: Specialized graphics and computing tasks
Example GPUs:
Playstation GPU 350nm
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CDRAM
1 GPUs

CDRAM memory technology used in various graphics processing units for specialized applications and performance requirements.

Applications: Specialized graphics and computing tasks
Example GPUs:
Playstation Vita GPU
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DDR3L
1 GPUs

DDR3L memory technology used in various graphics processing units for specialized applications and performance requirements.

Applications: Specialized graphics and computing tasks
Example GPUs:
Jetson TK1
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About Video Memory Technologies
Next-Generation Memory
  • GDDR7: Up to 32 Gbps, 1.4 TB/s bandwidth, optimized for AI and 8K gaming
  • GDDR6X: Up to 24 Gbps, 15% better efficiency than GDDR6
  • HBM3: 819 GB/s per stack, revolutionary 3D stacking for data centers
Perfect for 4K/8K gaming, AI training, professional rendering, and cryptocurrency mining applications.
Current Generation
  • GDDR6: Up to 21 Gbps, current standard for high-end gaming
  • GDDR5X: Up to 14 Gbps, excellent for 1440p gaming
  • HBM2: Up to 484 GB/s, professional workstation standard
  • GDDR5: 4-8 Gbps, reliable 1080p gaming performance
Ideal for mainstream gaming, content creation, streaming, and general professional applications.
Legacy & Specialized
  • GDDR4/GDDR3/GDDR2: Early graphics-optimized memory (2004-2010)
  • DDR4/DDR3/DDR2/DDR: System memory adapted for graphics use
  • VRAM: Original specialized video memory technology
  • eDRAM: Embedded cache memory for consoles
Great for retro gaming, vintage systems, budget builds, and specialized applications.
Memory Performance & Use Case Guide
Memory Type Transfer Rate Primary Use Cases Gaming Resolution Professional Applications
GDDR7 Up to 32 Gbps Next-gen gaming, AI training 8K, VR/AR Machine learning, data centers
GDDR6X Up to 24 Gbps Enthusiast gaming, content creation 4K 120Hz+ Video editing, 3D rendering
GDDR6 Up to 21 Gbps High-end gaming, streaming 4K 60Hz CAD, graphic design
HBM2 Up to 484 GB/s Professional computing Specialized Scientific computing, AI inference
GDDR5 4-8 Gbps Mainstream gaming 1080p/1440p General office, light editing
Video Memory Technology Evolution
2000-2004
DDR, VRAM
Basic graphics memory
2004-2008
GDDR2/3
Graphics-optimized
2008-2016
GDDR5
HD gaming era
2016-2020
GDDR5X/6
4K gaming
2020-2024
GDDR6X
High refresh 4K
2024+
GDDR7
AI & 8K era