The Marvell Spica Gen2-T 5 nm 800G PAM4 optical DSP is a transmit-only DSP solution optimized for energy efficiency in AI and cloud infrastructure interconnects. Designed for transmitting retimed optical (TRO) modules, Spica Gen2-T reduces the power consumption of 800 Gbps optical modules by more than 40%, significantly lowering operational expenses for data center operators. Maintaining interoperability with conventional optical modules enables a seamless upgrade path and ensures compatibility with IEEE 802.3-compliant hosts. Spica Gen2-T’s advanced diagnostic capabilities and reduced power profile improve efficiency, enabling data centers to scale AI clusters and meet escalating bandwidth demands economically and sustainably.
JUDGE’S COMMENT: "This technology addresses the real-world challenge of AI-related energy consumption by providing a real-world solution as a transmit-only DSP."