ASMedia Technology Inc., a leading provider of high-speed transmission interface ICs, announced that its USB4® Device Controller Chip, ASM2464PDX, has officially received Intel® Thunderbolt™ 4 certification. This marks another significant upgrade in ASMedia's product strategy within the Thunderbolt™ ecosystem, providing a complete solution for Edge AI Computing, professional users, and the high-performance storage market.

Key Highlights of the ASM2464PDX:
• Pioneering Performance: The ASM2464PDX distinguishes itself by setting a new market standard for its downstream port specifications. It is the first to support the PCI Express Gen4 x4 interface.
• Maximum Bandwidth: This advanced specification perfectly complements high-end NVMe SSDs, completely unlocking the full 40Gbps bandwidth potential of Thunderbolt™ 4 to deliver transmission speeds faster than ever before.

Versatility for Next-Gen Applications:
• Flexible PCIe Configuration: The ASM2464PDX offers highly flexible PCIe lane configuration, supporting up to four PCIe devices. This capability extends its utility far beyond a single SSD application.
• Edge AI Computing: It enables high-speed connectivity with external GPUs, allowing for flexible deployment of high-end AI computing resources. Edge devices can now process AI tasks in real-time with excellent cost-efficiency. This includes PCIe expansion cards such as AI accelerator cards, graphics cards, Wi-Fi adapters, and high-speed Ethernet cards.
• Professional Solutions: Furthermore, the chip is ideal for integration into professional-grade solutions, including:
• Multi-drive NAS Storage Arrays
• High-speed Data Clone Workstations
• Other high-end expansion solutions requiring the coordinated operation of multiple PCIe devices.

ASMedia’s Leadership in High-Speed Transmission
With this latest achievement, ASMedia's entire line of USB4 products (including both host and device controller chips) are now Thunderbolt™ 4 certified. This not only enriches ASMedia Technology’s Thunderbolt™ product portfolio but also reaffirms the company's powerful research and development strength in the field of high-speed transmission interfaces.