The Cardinal 802 optical DSP delivers 224 Gbps-per‑lane PAM4 signaling and is purpose-built for 800 Gb/s and 1.6 Tb/s optical transceivers supporting the demanding requirements of next‑generation AI fabrics, supercomputing clusters, and hyperscale data centers.

Built on advanced 3nm CMOS technology and leveraging Credo’s proprietary high‑performance design techniques, the Cardinal 802 provides industry‑leading power efficiency, ultra‑low latency, and exceptional signal integrity. Integrated high‑swing laser drivers enable direct attachment to EML or silicon photonics optics, reducing component count, saving PCB area, and improving overall optical performance.​