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PCIe 8.0 draft targets 1 TB/s, AMD launches new AI GPU, EU delays AI Act rules

The PCI-SIG has released a draft specification for PCIe 8.0, aiming to double the data transfer rate to 1 TB/s per lane. This advancement is crucial for supporting the increasing demands of AI and high-performance computing. While the final specifications are expected in 2028, the draft sets the stage for future hardware development. AI

IMPACT Doubling data rates with PCIe 8.0 will be critical for scaling AI training and inference infrastructure.

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PCIe 8.0 draft targets 1 TB/s, AMD launches new AI GPU, EU delays AI Act rules

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  1. The Register — AI TIER_1 English(EN) ·

    Official PCIe 8.0 draft aims for 1 TB/s data rate

    Final specs due for release in 2028, so don't hold your breath for the hardware