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by dehrmann 252 days ago
> Evidence from Google architects shows GPUs at 60-70% utilization survive 1-2 years , with 3 years maximum.

Really?! I'm not used to chips having such a short lifespan.

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This sounds like major FUD unless the data is public.
Feels like a teensy tiny conflict of interest, coming from GCP.

Additionally - GPUs have multiple components. Which parts are at 60-70% load, the SM unit or the memory controller? If you're throttling the GPU but not the memory, it makes perfect sense why you're burning the damn card out...