AMD debuts Helion reference rack for agentic AI servers

AMD unveiled Helion, a 21-inch OCP ORv4 reference rack design that can hold up to 32,768 Zen 6 cores across 128 EPYC 9996 'Venice' CPUs in a CPU-only setup, or up to 16 MI350P GPUs with 102 Tbps networking in a hybrid configuration. OEMs and ODMs will bring it to market in the first half of 2027.

• Up to 32,768 Zen 6 cores on 128 EPYC 9996 CPUs
• Hybrid option: up to 16 MI350P GPUs and 102 Tbps networking
• 44 OpenU trays with air and direct liquid cooling support
• OEM/ODM availability starts in the first half of 2027