AI chip startup, Kneron Inc, recently introduced the KL730 AI chip, heralding a new era of affordable and energy-efficient AI solutions. Developed with Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co’s (TSMC) 12-nanometer technology, this chip challenges the dominance of pricier and energy-consuming GPUs.
Albert Liu, Kneron’s CEO, emphasized the chip’s value proposition, noting that while GPUs excel in graphics, the KL730, designed specifically for AI, achieves similar performance at a reduced cost. With previous Kneron models yielding up to 75% savings for companies like Quanta Cloud Technology Inc and Chunghwa Telecom Co, the KL730 promises even greater efficiency, boasting 150 to 200% more energy efficiency than competitors.
This innovation has piqued the interest of major automakers for potential applications in advanced driver-assistance systems. Kneron anticipates the KL730 to be commercially available for sampling by year-end, signaling a shift in the AI chip landscape. With $140 million in funding since its 2015 inception and partnerships with industry giants like TSMC, Kneron’s trajectory seems set to make waves in the AI domain.
