Chinese maker builds custom single-slot V100 GPU for $220
A custom half-height V100 with NVLink aims for AI workloads at low cost.
Deep Dive
A Chinese creator known as "显卡仙人" (GPU God) has built a custom V100 on a 16cm by 7.5cm PCB, designed for passive cooling. The default card uses only PCIe power and is limited to 75W, but an alternative version enables the power port for up to 300W. It retains full core performance, includes benchmarks, and is not yet available for purchase. The 16GB version is expected to sell for around ¥1500 (~$220 USD), and a 32GB version is also coming.
Key Points
- Custom PCB with soldered V100 core, half-height single-slot form factor with NVLink.
- Default 75W passive cooling; optional 300W version with external power connector.
- Priced at ~$220 (16GB) with a 32GB variant coming; pre-orders open now.
Why It Matters
Affordable V100 cards could democratize AI inference and fine-tuning for budget-conscious developers and small labs.