AMD, Google Cloud Launch VMs with 5th Gen EPYC Chips
The tech world has witnessed yet another groundbreaking collaboration between AMD and Google Cloud. The two industry giants have recently launched new virtual machines (VMs) powered by AMD’s 5th Gen EPYC processors. These VMs, specifically the Google Cloud C4D and H4D, are designed to deliver exceptional performance, scalability, and efficiency for demanding cloud workloads.
The 5th Gen EPYC processors have been touted as a significant leap forward in terms of processing power and energy efficiency. With up to 128 cores and 256 threads, these processors can handle even the most demanding workloads with ease. The high-performance computing (HPC) and general-purpose VMs are designed to cater to a wide range of applications, from data analytics and web serving to scientific simulations and machine learning.
The new VMs boast impressive specifications, including up to 32 TB of RAM, 64 TB of local SSD storage, and 100 Gbps of network bandwidth. These configurations enable users to run complex workloads, such as data processing and artificial intelligence (AI) modeling, with ease. The VMs are also designed to provide exceptional security, with features like hardware-based encryption and secure boot.
The Google Cloud C4D VMs are optimized for general-purpose workloads, making them ideal for applications like web serving, data analytics, and content creation. These VMs offer a range of configurations, including up to 128 vCPUs, 4 TB of RAM, and 16 TB of local SSD storage.
On the other hand, the Google Cloud H4D VMs are designed specifically for high-performance computing (HPC) workloads. These VMs are optimized for applications like scientific simulations, machine learning, and data processing. The H4D VMs offer up to 256 vCPUs, 16 TB of RAM, and 64 TB of local SSD storage, making them well-suited for demanding HPC workloads.
The collaboration between AMD and Google Cloud is a significant milestone in the development of cloud computing. The 5th Gen EPYC processors have been designed to provide exceptional performance, power efficiency, and scalability, making them an attractive option for cloud providers and users alike.
“We are thrilled to collaborate with Google Cloud to bring the performance and efficiency of our 5th Gen EPYC processors to the cloud,” said AMD President and CEO, Dr. Lisa Su. “The new VMs offer customers a unique combination of processing power, memory, and storage, making them ideal for a wide range of applications.”
The launch of the Google Cloud C4D and H4D VMs marks a significant expansion of the cloud provider’s offerings. With these new VMs, customers can take advantage of the latest advancements in processing power and storage, enabling them to run complex workloads and applications with ease.
The Google Cloud C4D and H4D VMs are now available in select regions, with global availability planned for the near future. For more information on the new VMs, please visit the Google Cloud website.
