UK Supercomputer Ranks 11th Globally

The UK has switched on its most powerful supercomputer to date, Isambard-AI, a machine purpose-built for artificial intelligence research that now ranks 11th globally in the TOP500 list.

A Major Leap in UK Computing Power

Isambard-AI was officially launched in mid-July at the University of Bristol, marking a significant milestone in the UK’s push to become a global leader in AI and high-performance computing (HPC). Developed by Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) using its advanced Cray EX architecture, the system is powered by more than 5,400 NVIDIA GH200 Grace Hopper Superchips and is housed within the Bristol Centre for Supercomputing.