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Hardware 3.0 (FSD Computer)

Generation 3

Released: 2019

Overview

Tesla's custom FSD chip, designed specifically for neural network inference

Specifications

Processor

Name

Tesla FSD Chip

Performance

144 TOPS

Power Consumption

72W

Architecture

Dual neural network processors

Camera System

Count

8

Resolution

1280x960

Field of View

360 degrees coverage

Type

Multiple cameras with improved processing

Sensors

Radar
Ultrasonic
GPS/IMU
Compatibility

Compatible Models

MODEL SMODEL 3MODEL XMODEL Y

Software Support

Autopilot
FSD

Latest Version: FSD Beta 12.5.1

Comparison

vs Previous Generation

6x performance increase, custom Tesla chip

vs Next Generation

Less powerful than HW4, but still fully supported

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