128-Core Processing
The Altra Max M128-30 provides 128 processor cores for server workloads.
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Ampere
Altra Max M128-30
128-core Arm server processor optimized for predictable cloud-native throughput.
General Information
- Brand
- Ampere
- Name
- Altra Max M128-30
- Category
- Computer Processors
Find At
$940.00
Product Highlights
The most important capabilities and tradeoffs at a glance.
Predictable Cloud-Native Throughput
The processor is optimized to deliver predictable throughput for cloud-native workloads.
Arm Neoverse N1 Architecture
It uses the Arm Neoverse N1 architecture for Arm-based server processing.
The Ampere Altra Max M128-30 is a 128-core Arm server processor designed for predictable cloud-native throughput and built on the Arm Neoverse N1 architecture.
Media Reviews
Independent perspectives and scores from published reviews.
Phoronix
Ampere Altra Max M128-30 Linux Performance Preview
Initial Linux benchmarks show the 128-core Altra Max is a promising high-core-count server option, tested in one- and two-socket configurations.
Michael Larabel · Sep 28, 2021
Phoronix
Ampere Altra Max Continues To Deliver Competitive Power Efficiency To AMD EPYC & Intel Xeon
The Altra Max remains competitive in power efficiency versus AMD EPYC and Intel Xeon, though it is not necessarily faster in raw performance.
Michael Larabel · Dec 11, 2023
Phoronix
Intel Xeon 6766E/6780E Sierra Forest vs. Ampere Altra Performance & Power Efficiency
Compares the aging Altra Max against newer Intel Xeon Sierra Forest CPUs for performance and power efficiency.
Michael Larabel · Jun 5, 2024
ServeTheHome
Ampere Altra Max M128-30 128 Core Arm CPU In the Wild
Confirms the 128-core Arm server CPU is deployed in the wild, though still ES silicon at publication; a teaser rather than a full performance review.
Cliff Robinson · Sep 7, 2021
TechBloat
Ampere Altra Max M128-30 Review: What 128 Cores per Socket Really Deliver
Excellent parallel Arm-native throughput and efficiency, but limited memory-bound scaling due to shared cache and DDR4 bandwidth; not a universal performance leader.
TechBloat Team · Aug 10, 2026
Video Analysis
Product walkthroughs, comparisons, and long-form video reviews.
26:21
Gigabyte G242-P36 Ampere Altra MAX Review – An ARM Server (But Not a Chinese One!)
A review of the Gigabyte G242-P36 server platform based on the Ampere Altra Max M128-30, a top-of-the-line 128-core ARM ...
4,014 views · 1 year ago
ServerFlow - серверы и серверные комплектующие · youtube
19:04
Ampere Altra Max M128-30 Benchmarks — 128-Core ARM Server on Windows 11
Can a 128-core ARM processor really run Windows 11? 🤔 In this video, we test the Ampere Altra Max M128-30, a powerful ARM ...
3,789 views · 1 year ago
ServerFlow - серверы и серверные комплектующие · youtube
Attributes
Detailed specifications and product characteristics.
ArchitectureArm Neoverse N1
Base Clock Speed(GHz)3 GHz
Cache Size(MB)16 MB
Core Count(cores)128 cores
Cpu SocketLGA 4926
Included CoolerNo
Integrated GraphicsNo
Launch Date2021
Manufacturing ProcessTSMC 7 nm FinFET
Max Boost Clock Speed(GHz)3 GHz
Memory SupportDDR4-3200
Overclocking SupportNo
Pci Express VersionPCIe 4.0
Price(USD)940 USD
Thermal Design Power(W)250 W
Thread Count(threads)128 threads
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