AMD Denies Delay Rumors for Instinct MI455X Accelerator Launch

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AMD refutes reports of Instinct MI455X AI accelerator delays, reaffirming plans for high-volume shipments in H2 2026.

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AMD has publicly denied recent rumors suggesting a delay in the launch of its Instinct MI455X AI accelerator. The company's AI software VP called the reports B.S. and confirmed that high-volume shipments remain on track for the second half of 2026.

The MI455X, part of AMD’s Helios rack-scale AI system, is positioned to compete with NVIDIA's next-gen server hardware. While some industry analysts speculated about engineering and manufacturing issues, AMD insists the product is progressing rapidly and will not slip into 2027. The company aims to match or exceed NVIDIA’s pace in the AI accelerator market.

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