Analysis of RAM: Features, Types, Memory Scaling, and Performance

This report provides a comprehensive overview of Random Access Memory (RAM), detailing its features, types, and the impact of memory scaling. The report begins with an introduction to RAM, explaining its function as a data storage element and its role in computer devices. It then delves into the different types of RAM, including Static RAM (SRAM) and Dynamic RAM (DRAM), discussing their characteristics, advantages, and disadvantages. The report further explores Synchronous Dynamic RAM (SDRAM), Single Data Rate SDRAM, Double Data Rate SDRAM, and Graphics Double Data Rate SDRAM, highlighting their specific features and applications. Additionally, the report examines how memory scaling affects RAM design and performance, comparing L1 cache memory and GPU memory. The report concludes by summarizing the key findings and emphasizing the importance of GDDR SDRAM for improving system performance.