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Lenovo Embraces Loongson CPUs for Cloud Services

Chinese chipmaker Loongson's processors gain traction as Lenovo integrates them into its virtualization and cloud platforms, challenging Western tech dominance.

Overview

  • Lenovo deploys Loongson's 16-core 3C5000 CPUs in its data centers for cloud services.
  • Loongson's new 3C6000, 3D6000, and 3E6000 processors, featuring chiplet architecture, are in testing.
  • The 3E6000 processor will combine four 16-core chips, creating a 64-core, 128-thread unit.
  • China's push for domestic tech solutions is driven by U.S. sanctions and policy objectives.
  • Loongson's processors are also being adopted in other sectors, including education and healthcare.