Axelera AI

M.2 AI Inference Acceleration card

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€229,95
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Key benefits
  • High-performance M.2 card features Metis AIPU to enable state-of-the-art AI inference in small-footprint devices.
  • A single board can run inference on multiple cameras as well as support many independent parallel neural networks.
  • A wide range of end-to-end AI pipelines and models are available out of the box.
  • Hassle free evaluation and software integration thanks to Voyager® SDK.
  • Uncompromised prediction accuracy thanks to advanced quantization tools.
  • The product variant with no cooling results in high temperature of Metis if used without a cooler and is not suitable for deployment as is. This variant is designed to give customers the flexibility to design their own cooling solution using the Metis M.2 Thermal Design Guidelines.
Getting Started Guide

Access M.2 - Getting started guide to integrate and deploy your product with confidence. Our guide provides essential documentation including:

  • Datasheets – Complete specifications and electrical characteristics.
  • Thermal Design Guide – Cooling requirements and thermal management recommendations.
  • Regulatory Certifications – Compliance documentation and safety standards.
  • Integration Instructions – Step-by-step setup and configuration procedures.
  • Reference Designs – Schematics and layout examples for your implementation.

Axelera M.2 Card Packing List:

  • M.2 board card securely packaged.
  • Quick-start flyer.
Shipping & returns
  • Orders processed and shipped within 48h (excl.week-ends and holidays).
  • Express shipping options available at an additional cost
  • 30-day return policy for a full refund or exchange
  • Return shipping covered for defective or damaged items

Technical specification

Form factor M.2 2280 M-key
Host interface PCIe Gen3 x4 – 4 GB/s bidirectional
AIPU (AI Processing Unit) 1x Metis AIPU
AIPU Memory 1 GB DRAM
Peak INT8 TOPS 214 TOPS
Operating temperature -20 to +70°C
Thermal solutions Optional standalone active cooling
Typical Power Consumption 3.5-9W
Security Features Secure Boot, Root of Trust

System requirements

Power Rating

Compliant with PCI-SIG’s M.2 Specification revision 4.0. Refer to Typical Power specs in the Metis M.2 Card Datasheet for typical average power consumed when running inference.
Host CPU Intel® Core™ Processors and Xeon® Processors, AMD Ryzen™ Processors, Arm64 (aarch64) based processors.
Host Operating System

- Native Linux support is tested on Ubuntu 22.04 and Ubuntu 24.04

- A Docker Guide is available to evaluate or develop with other Linux distributions.

- Native Windows support for inference is available on Windows 10/11 and Windows Server 2025.

- SDK development is supported on Linux. Refer to community for latest OS integrations.

Our product performance

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15 TOPS/W

Energy efficiency

Server-class AI at just 3.5-9W typical power consumption.

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3x Faster

Up to 3x raw performance uplift over competitors
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Umatched real-world performance

High performing pipelines for multi-model and multi-stream use-cases
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Voyager SDK

Fast end-to-end integration path. Low-level knobs and APIs & a large Model Zoo.
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15 TOPS/W

Energy efficiency

Server-class AI at just 3.5-9W typical power consumption.

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3x Faster

Up to 3x raw performance uplift over competitors
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Umatched real-world performance

High performing pipelines for multi-model and multi-stream use-cases
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Voyager SDK

Fast end-to-end integration path. Low-level knobs and APIs & a large Model Zoo.

Read our documentation

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Read product brief
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Discover Voyager SDK
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Explore our Model Zoo
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Volume Inquiry?

Get in touch with our team for more options

Let's talk

Custom projects?

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Quick demo tour?

Schedule 20-min demo tour with us

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FAQ

Which power plug adapter do I need depending on my country?

Type I — Australia, New Zealand, China, Argentina, Papua New Guinea

Type G — United Kingdom, Ireland, Malaysia, Singapore, Hong Kong, UAE, Kenya, Nigeria (and much of the former British colonial sphere)

Type B — United States, Canada, Mexico, Japan, Taiwan, parts of Central America and Caribbean (the three-prong version of the North American plug, with grounding pin)

Type J — Switzerland, Liechtenstein

Type E/F (CEE 7/7) — Most of continental Europe — France (Type E), Germany (Type F), and the hybrid CEE 7/7 plug is designed to fit both E and F sockets. Covers the Netherlands, Spain, Portugal, Belgium, Austria, Scandinavia (Norway, Sweden, Finland), Poland, Czech Republic, Greece, Turkey, South Korea, and many others across Europe and beyond.

How fast will I receive my order?

We ship your order within 24-48 hours (Monday to Friday & excl. holidays).

  • European Orders
    For all European countries we use UPS to ensure delivery as fast as possible. Delivery typically takes 2-3 days from the shipping date.
  • International Orders
    For shipments outside Europe, we deliver via UPS or FedEx. Orders placed outside Europe typically arrive within 5-7 business days.

Can I get help with product compatibility before purchasing?

Yes! If you need confirmation that a product is compatible with your setup, submit a ticket to our support portal with your system details. An Axelera expert will respond with personalized compatibility guidance to ensure you make the right choice.
*Please note: You will have to create an Axelera account to use the Support, Community, and Webstore portals.

What if I have issues with my product?

We hope this will not be the case. However, if you encounter any issues with your product, please contact us and submit a ticket at Axelera support portal.

Please note: Log in with the account you created during checkout, or create an Axelera account.

Can I change or cancel my order?

Orders can be modified or cancelled within 2 hours of placement. After this window, the order is processed and cannot be changed. Please contact us via email at hello@store.mail.axelera.ai immediately if you need assistance.

What is your return policy?

We accept returns within 30 days of delivery for a full refund or exchange. Items must be unused and in original packaging. In order to arrange a return, please submit a ticket to our support portal, one of Axelera experts will contact you, asses your return and provide shipping label.
*Please note: You will have to create an Axelera account to use the Support, Community, and Webstore portals.

Can my order be VAT-exempt if I’m buying for a company?

Yes. If you are purchasing on behalf of a company (including as an employee) and provide a valid EU VAT number your order may be VAT-exempt. You can insert company VAT nr in your cart right before you start the check-out.

Conditions for VAT-exemption.

VAT exemption applies only to cross-border purchases within the EU when buying on behalf of a company and a valid EU VAT number is provided at checkout. Domestic orders (within the same country) are not VAT-exempt.

I have another question which is not listed here.

We are happy to answer all your questions. Please send an email to hello@store.mail.axelera.ai and we will get back to you within 24 hours.