Jim Keller

Renowned microprocessor architect known for designing several influential CPU architectures, held key engineering roles at AMD, Apple, Tesla, Intel, and Tenstorrent, led the development of AMD's Athlon and Ryzen processors, Apple's A4 and A5 chips, and contributed to Tesla's Autopilot hardware, currently CEO of Tenstorrent, a startup focusing on AI chips.

About

Jim Keller is a legendary microprocessor engineer with decades of experience across leading tech companies.
He played a pivotal role in the creation of AMD's Athlon and Ryzen CPUs, which revitalized AMD's competitiveness.
At Apple, he led the design of the A4 and A5 mobile processors that powered early iPhones and iPads.
He later contributed to Tesla’s self-driving car hardware development and worked on Intel’s CPU architecture.
Currently, he serves as CEO of Tenstorrent, innovating in the AI chip industry, continuing to influence semiconductor design and technology.

Areas of Expertise

microprocessor engineer chip architect

Recent Podcasts

Jim Keller: The Future of Computing, AI, Life, and Consciousness | Lex Fridman Podcast #162

Topic: Computing, Artificial Intelligence, and Consciousness

02:39:151,266,27517,9795 years ago

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Jim Keller: Moore's Law, Microprocessors, and First Principles | Lex Fridman Podcast #70

Topic: Discussion on microprocessors, computer architecture, artificial intelligence, and the philosophy of technology, featuring legendary engineer Jim Keller.

01:34:44708,35919,3536 years ago

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