Nvidia superchip infusion finally coming to Windows PCs, report says
The Register
February 23, 2026
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Nvidia's new superchip, designed as a system-on-a-chip (SoC) with integrated CPU and GPU, is set to arrive in Windows-powered laptops later this year. This development marks a significant shift for the graphics giant, as it moves beyond its traditional focus on discrete GPUs to target the broader market for integrated computing solutions. Initially launched in Linux-based workstations last fall, Nvidia's collaboration with MediaTek has yielded a chip capable of delivering high performance at a cost that could challenge Intel and AMD in the consumer space.
The SoC, known as the GB10, features a CPU tile designed by MediaTek with 20 cores (10 X925 and 10 A725) and a GPU tile developed by Nvidia, comparable to its high-end desktop GPUs. While early systems based on this chip have been priced at $3,000-$4,000 and limited to Linux OS for machine learning research, Nvidia's partnership with Dell and Lenovo suggests a push toward mainstream consumer devices later in 2023. These systems are expected to run Windows, addressing one of the key barriers to broader adoption.
The GB10 chip's performance is impressive, matching AMD's top-tier mobile processors in most workloads while offering comparable graphics capabilities to its desktop GPUs. However, its power consumption (up to 140 watts) and high-end features like 128GB LPDDR5x and 200 Gbps networking are more suited for gaming notebooks or high-performance laptops rather than budget-friendly devices. This raises questions about whether Nvidia's move will appeal to the mass market or remain a niche offering for enthusiasts.
Nvidia's decision to enter the integrated SoC space aligns with its broader strategy to expand beyond GPUs and address unders
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Originally published on The Register on 2/23/2026