Quantized Neural Networks: Characterization and Holistic Optimization

• URL: http://arxiv.org/abs/2006.00530v1
• Date: Sun, 31 May 2020 14:20:27 GMT
• Title: Quantized Neural Networks: Characterization and Holistic Optimization
• Authors: Yoonho Boo, Sungho Shin, and Wonyong Sung
• Abstract summary: Quantized deep neural networks (QDNNs) are necessary for low-power, high throughput, and embedded applications. This study proposes a holistic approach for the optimization of QDNNs, which contains QDNN training methods and quantization-friendly architecture design. The results indicate that deeper models are more prone to activation quantization, while wider models improve the resiliency to both weight and activation quantization.
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• Abstract: Quantized deep neural networks (QDNNs) are necessary for low-power, high throughput, and embedded applications. Previous studies mostly focused on developing optimization methods for the quantization of given models. However, quantization sensitivity depends on the model architecture. Therefore, the model selection needs to be a part of the QDNN design process. Also, the characteristics of weight and activation quantization are quite different. This study proposes a holistic approach for the optimization of QDNNs, which contains QDNN training methods as well as quantization-friendly architecture design. Synthesized data is used to visualize the effects of weight and activation quantization. The results indicate that deeper models are more prone to activation quantization, while wider models improve the resiliency to both weight and activation quantization. This study can provide insight into better optimization of QDNNs.

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