Instinct MI250X MI250X
AMD · AMD CDNA · Released Not specified · 14336 CUDA Cores · Not specified VRAM · Not specified TDP
OVERVIEW
The AMD Instinct MI250X accelerator is designed to supercharge HPC workloads and power discovery in the era of exascale. It is optimized for high-performance computing tasks.
WORKLOAD SUITABILITY
The AMD Instinct MI250X is best suited for high-performance computing workloads, particularly in the field of scientific research and data analysis.
- High-Performance Computing
- Scientific Research
- Data Analysis
SPECIFICATIONS
WHAT THIS GPU IS GOOD AT
The MI250X excels in high-performance computing and AI training tasks.
- AI Training: Optimized for large-scale AI model training with high throughput.
- HPC Performance: Delivers exceptional performance for scientific and engineering simulations.
- Energy Efficiency: Designed for efficient power usage in data centers.
SERVER OPTIONS
The MI250X is available in various OEM servers and specialized platforms.
- HPE Cray EX: Available in HPE Cray EX supercomputers for HPC workloads.
- Dell PowerEdge: Supported in select Dell PowerEdge servers for AI and HPC.
- Supermicro: Available in Supermicro servers optimized for high-performance tasks.
- Azure Instances: Offered in Microsoft Azure for cloud-based AI and HPC applications.
POWER, THERMALS & NOISE
The MI250X has a high power draw with advanced cooling requirements.
- High TDP: Features a high thermal design power, requiring robust cooling solutions.
- Liquid Cooling: Often paired with liquid cooling systems to manage heat output.
COMPATIBILITY & SYSTEM FIT
The MI250X requires specific infrastructure for optimal performance.
- PCIe 4.0: Utilizes PCIe 4.0 for high-speed data transfer.
- OAM Form Factor: Designed in an OAM form factor for dense compute environments.
- High Power Supply: Needs a substantial power supply to support its high power draw.
LIMITATIONS & KNOWN TRADE-OFFS
The MI250X has some limitations in terms of availability and compatibility.
- Availability: Limited availability in certain regions and platforms.
- Compatibility: Requires specific server infrastructure for deployment.
PRICING
NOTES
AI Training, HPC, Scientific Computing, Inference
"The AMD Instinct MI250X is based on the CDNA 2 architecture and is designed for high-performance computing and AI workloads. It features a multi-chip module (MCM) design to enhance performance and efficiency."