AWS introduced the EC2 X8i instances featuring custom Intel Xeon 6 processors dedicated to memory-intensive applications. These instances deliver up to 43% better performance and support up to 6TB of memory with 3.3 times greater bandwidth than the preceding X2i generation, aiming at SAP-certified environments and data analytics.
These instances include 14 sizes, from large to 96xlarge, with two bare metal options, deployed in multiple regions including Europe (Paris). Performance metrics indicate improvements such as up to 50% higher SAPS and significant boosts in PostgreSQL, Memcached, and AI inference speeds compared to previous instances.
Source & further reading
Amazon EC2 X8i instances are now available in Europe (Paris) ↗Source published 2026-04-10. This report was prepared with AI assistance from the linked primary-source material. Claims and limitations should be checked against the original announcement or research.