MediaTek Unveils MicroLED-Based Optical Interconnection at Computex 2026
MediaTek showcased a MicroLED-based optical interconnection solution aimed at enhancing data center efficiency for AI workloads. This technology promises to address limitations of traditional copper and laser-based connections by offering high bandwidth density and low latency.
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At Computex 2026, MediaTek introduced a MicroLED optical interconnection designed for data centers focused on AI-intensive tasks. This innovative solution overcomes the limitations of traditional copper connections, which are energy-efficient but have a short reach, and laser-based connections, which offer greater distance but consume more power and are less reliable.
The new MicroLED active cable design utilizes hundreds of parallel data lines for increased bandwidth density and efficiency, achieving up to 400 Gbps per fiber while consuming 50% less energy than conventional VCSEL-based cables. Developed in collaboration with Microsoft Research under the MOSAIC project, MediaTek aims to advance this technology to support data transfer rates of 800 Gbps, 1.6 Tbps, and 3.2 Tbps, while ensuring compatibility with existing data center infrastructures.
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