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AMD uses AI to halve server DRAM needs while retaining performance

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AMD is implementing a new technology called MEXT, which uses an AI model to predict and pre-load memory pages from flash storage. This allows servers to retain approximately 95% of their performance while using only half the amount of DRAM. AMD has already deployed MEXT on over 100 servers and plans to expand its use to 2,000 servers by 2027, also partnering with Hewlett Packard Enterprise to bring the technology to customers. AI

IMPACT This AI-driven memory management could significantly reduce server hardware costs and alleviate DRAM supply chain pressures.

RANK_REASON Significant technology announcement from a major hardware vendor (AMD) impacting server infrastructure. [lever_c_demoted from significant: ic=1 ai=0.7]

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AMD uses AI to halve server DRAM needs while retaining performance

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  1. Tom's Hardware TIER_1 English(EN) · Jake Roach ·

    AMD shares how it can retain 95% of server performance with just half the DRAM, sidestepping memory shortages with MEXT

    Following AMD’s acquisition of MEXT earlier this year, the company has revealed its own IT infrastructure is using the technology to run servers at 50% DRAM capacity while achieving 95% of the performance of a full-DRAM system in certain applications.

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