PRODUCT OVERVIEW
The AMD Embedded G-Series processor is the world’s rst
integrated circuit to combine a low-power CPU and a discrete-level
GPU into a single embedded Accelerated Processing Unit (APU).
This unprecedented level of graphics integration builds a new
foundation for high performance multi-media content delivery in a
small form factor and power efcient platform for a broad range of
embedded designs. Based on a power-optimized core, the
AMD Embedded G-Series platform delivers levels of performance
in a compact BGA package that is ideal for low power designs in
embedded applications such as Digital Signage, x86 Set-Top Box
(xSTB), IP-TV, Thin Client, Information Kiosk, Point-of-Sale, Casino
Gaming, Media Servers, and Industrial Control Systems.
LOW POWER, EXCEPTIONAL PERFORMANCE
The AMD G-Series platform is a exible solution that in the same
package offers scalable choices for the level of CPU performance,
power efciency, and visual experience. The AMD G-T16R APU with
an average power of only 2.3 Watts2 enables very small form factor,
fan-less and portable applications. APU congurations are
available with single or dual x86 cores, at 4.5W, 9W or 18W
thermal design power (TDP), and two levels of graphics and video
performance. Each APU supports single or dual-independent high
resolution displays and exceptional multi-media capability with
hardware decode support for H.264, VC-1, MPEG2, WMV, DivX
and Adobe® Flash. When paired with the AMD A50M controller hub
with support for advanced interfaces such as 6Gb/s SATA,
Generation 2 PCI Express®, and HD Audio, the AMD G-Series
platform delivers a low power, value-oriented solution for
applications requiring a better balance of CPU and multimedia
performance. For high-end, full- featured platforms, the AMD A55E
controller hub is an alternative pairing choice with added features of
Gigabit Ethernet MAC, RAID (0/1/5/10) support with FIS-based
switching, and PCI local bus support.
HEADLESS EMBEDDED SYSTEMS
For deeply embedded headless systems, the AMD Embedded
G-Series CPU models T48L and T30L enable whisper-quiet
media servers and model T24L enables fanless design for factory
control systems.
FEATURES AND BENEFITS
A exible platform that in one package offers many choices
for power efciency, visual experience with high resolution,
and fully connected Internet experience with maximum
multi-media capability. Delivering unprecedented high denition
visual experience while still maintaining a low power design.
> DirectX® 11 support lets you enjoy awesome graphics performance,
stunning 3D visual effects and dynamic interactivity
> Advanced discrete-level GPU with OpenGL 4.0 and OpenCL™
1.1 support in an integrated device provides support to build the
designs of tomorrow, today
> Unprecedented graphics performance/per watt thru advanced
graphics and hardware acceleration delivering over 3X
performance per watt of previous generation1.
> Selective models, T56N and T40N, have additional boost
capability enabled by AMD Turbo CORE technology without
additional power draw.
Enabling Innovative Small Form Factor Designs - Smaller foot
print and low power solution reduces overall system costs.
> The integration of the APU reduces the foot print of a traditional
three-chip platform to two chips, the APU and its companion
controller hub. This simplies the design, requiring fewer
board layers and a smaller power supply, thereby driving down
system costs.
Reduced Costs over the Product Life Cycle - A single, scalable
platform design that allows OEMs to reduce development costs,
optimize solutions and increase product stability.
> A single APU architecture with an array of performance
options, the AMD Embedded G-Series platform lets OEMs utilize
a single board design to enable solutions that span from entry
level to high end. The commonality of the scalable platform
design across multiple product variants can help reduce
development costs, simplify the supply chain and
reduce operational complexity.
> AMD’s embedded lifecycle, with planned availability of at
least 5 years, helps to ensure a long life for an OEM design.
1. When comparing the AMD Embedded G-Series T44R platform to the AMD Sempron™ 210U/780E platform running 3DMark™ 06. Internal testing of current vs. previous generation AMD processor-based
embedded systems as of October 13, 2010 showed more than 3X graphics performance-per-watt advantage for the current generation. Current system: AMD G-T44R APU (9W TDP), Inagua development
platform, 2 GB RAM, Windows® 7. Previous generation: AMD Sempron™ 2010U processor (15W TDP), MSI 9858 motherboard, 2 GB RAM, Windows 7. Graphics performance-per-watt calculated based on
3DMark™ 06 benchmark divided by solution thermal design power (TDP).
2. While running a Winbench 99 business graphics benchmark the AMD G-T16R APU consumed an average of 2.284W. I/O Controller Hub power is estimated based on the measured average power drawn
by the I/OCH of .965W during a run of 3DMark 06. System Conguration: AMD G-T16R APU (DVT) at 30°C, “Inagua” Development Board, 4GB 1.35V DDR3, Windows 7 Ultimate. EMB-26
The world’s first combination of low-power
CPU and advanced GPU integrated into
a single embedded device.
AMD EMBEDDED G-SERIES PLATFORM
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