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TPU Inference Externalization Full Steam Ahead
Google's TPUv7 Ironwood demonstrates up to 50% better performance per dollar compared to Nvidia's B200/B300 chips. Ironwood marks the first generation where Google is actively competing for external inference workloads, offering chips for direct purchase or rental via its cloud platform. With decades of software engineering expertise, Google's external TPU software is expected to advance rapidly. This article examines the TPU system and outlines the steps necessary for widespread availability of the stack.
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