The new 12-layer HBM4E chip is an industry first

May 29, 2026

10:20 am

What's the storySamsung Electronics has announced the global shipment of samples of its latest high-bandwidth memory (HBM) chip, a move that has sent the company's stock soaring by as much as 6.5%.

The new 12-layer HBM4E chip is said to be an industry first, boasting speeds of up to 16 Gigabits per second with enhanced energy efficiency and thermal performance.