What is Server-based inference?

Server-based inference gives you granular control over model selection, optimization techniques, and hardware configuration—ideal for specialized models with unique dependencies or when you need guaranteed performance at predictable costs.

Server-based solutions excel at supporting computationally intensive applications like real-time audio generation, automatic speech recognition (ASR), and high-resolution image creation that require specialized hardware acceleration. These resource-intensive use cases often demand custom GPU configurations and fine-tuned environments that can only be optimized effectively on dedicated infrastructure where latency and throughput can be precisely controlled.

Teams with specific compliance requirements, existing infrastructure investments, or consistent high-volume workloads may find server-based deployments more economical in the long run despite the upfront work.