PCI Express technology continues to be one of the main components that determine the data transmission rates of computer hardware. This structure, which has been updated regularly since its first version, aims to offer a higher speed and wider band range in each new version. PCI-Sig The latest update announced by PCIE 7.0In this direction, it points to a new stage. However, it is also stated that this new standard will only cover certain areas for now.
PCIE 7.0Theoretically, the X16 connection can reach a total of 512 GB/s data transmission capacity. This value means a performance beyond existing consumer equipment. Nevertheless, the fact that the end -user -oriented devices are not mentioned in the statements suggests that this standard will not be included in the desktop computers in the short term. This reminds us of the process after the release of PCIE 5.0.
Although PCI 5.0 was announced in 2019, hardware with this standard began to be widely involved in the consumer market only two years later. In fact, the use of PCIE 4.0 in many systems continues. Looking at this table, PCIE 6.0 Even before it reaches the end user, the announcement of the PCI 7.0 shows the development speed of technology, but the prevalence of use is progressing much slower.
PCIE 7.0 will be used primarily in data centers and high performance information processing fields.
PCIE 7.0 together with, especially the wide bandwidth that artificial intelligence systems need. In a statement, the new specification is particularly Hyper Scale Data Centers, High Performance Information Processing Systems (HPC), Military and Aviation It is stated that it is developed for use in areas such as applications. All of this means providing the necessary infrastructure to process AI and data -oriented workloads faster and more efficiently.
According to the information provided by PCI-SIG President Al Yanes, the target to double the bandwidth of the PCI standard every three years is still preserved. PCI is also a part of this cycle. However, it is clear that it will take time to spread new technology. In particular, technical improvements in issues such as signal integrity, delay periods and energy efficiency have more meaning for institutional solutions.
PCIE 7.0 in the technical documents published Retail compatibility with previous generation PCI Express versions It is expressed. This means that new equipment can work in existing infrastructures. However, such compatibility does not mean that new technology can use all its potential in old systems. Real performance increases are expected to be felt on PCI 7.0 -specific platforms.
In addition to all these developments, after PCIE 7.0 PCIE 8.0 It was also confirmed by PCI-Sig that the work started. Although PCIE 6.0 has not been able to find its place in the market, this cycle is considered usual in the world of technology. PCIe 8.0 specification is planned to be completed in 2028.
This rapid development in the PCI Express standard is critical for institutions that make long -term investments in the information process infrastructure. In particular, systems operating in areas such as AI, machine learning and large data analytics become more efficient thanks to high bandwidth and low delay. The target audience of PCIe 7.0 is also defined as such applications.
However, it is not possible for desktop users to benefit from this new technology in the short term. PCIe 5.0 -supported SSDs and graphics cards still have limited access due to high prices, while PCIe 6.0 is even required to spread. Therefore, PCIE 7.0 may reach the desktop at best.
The evolution of PCIe technology gives important clues to how data transfer will be shaped in the future in terms of both speed and efficiency. The focus of PCI 7.0 only on certain areas shows that technological development is not simultaneously in every field.