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Graphcore
Available NowBest for Researchers and teams running highly sparse machine learning models that struggle on GPUs.
Graphcore provides the Intelligence Processing Unit (IPU), a completely distinct microprocessor designed exclusively for machine learning. Through their cloud services (often via partners like G-Core), users can access Bow Pod systems—massively parallel IPU clusters. IPUs excel at models with complex, sparse data structures and fine-grained parallelism, often outperforming equivalent GPUs in natural language processing and computer vision tasks. Graphcore is a vital platform for researchers looking to break away from the architectural limitations of traditional graphics processors.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Exceptional performance on sparse models
- Highly scalable Bow Pod clusters
- Poplar SDK is well-documented
Cons
- Requires adapting code to Poplar SDK
- Niche community compared to CUDA
Ideal Use Cases
Alternative HardwareComplex Model TrainingSparse Data ML
| GPU Models | Bow IPU |
| GPU Types | Bow IPU |
| Headquarters | Bristol, UK |
| Founded | 2016 |
| Availability | Available Now |
| Website | graphcore.ai ↗ |
$1.20/ hour (starting)—$4.00/ hr (max)
💡 Pricing note: Rates shown are indicative. Final pricing depends on GPU model, reservation type (spot vs. on-demand), contract length, and region. Get an exact quote →
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US
Starting from
$1.20/hr
Up to $4.00/hr
Frequently Asked Questions
Graphcore GPU cloud pricing starts from $1.20/hr depending on GPU type, reservation model (on-demand vs. spot vs. reserved), and region. Use the quote form to get exact pricing for your specific workload.
Graphcore offers Bow IPU GPU instances. Availability varies by region and configuration. Contact the provider through ComputeStacker for current availability.
Graphcore operates data centers in EU, US. Choosing a region close to your users minimises latency and can help with data residency compliance requirements.
Use the "Get a Quote" button on this page to submit your GPU requirements. ComputeStacker will forward your request to Graphcore and other matching providers. You'll receive proposals within 24 hours — no commitment required.
Graphcore offers high-performance GPU infrastructure suitable for large language model training and fine-tuning workloads. For large-scale distributed training, check the Specs tab for NVLink and InfiniBand interconnect availability.
