I8ge instances feature AWS Graviton4 processors delivering up to 60% improved compute performance over previous Graviton2-based storage-optimized instances. They include third-generation Nitro SSDs local NVMe storage with up to 120TB capacity, providing up to 55% better storage performance and significantly lower latency and variability compared to prior generations.
These instances come in eleven sizes, including metal options, with high network bandwidth and dedicated EBS throughput suited for large scale, latency-sensitive datasets and workloads. The expansion covers regions in Europe and Asia Pacific, broadening access to advanced, storage-optimized compute resources.
Source & further reading
Amazon EC2 I8ge instances are now generally available in additional AWS regions ↗Source published 2026-05-04. 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.