In a surprising twist, tech giants Nvidia and MediaTek are reportedly teaming up to create a gaming CPU designed specifically for artificial intelligence (AI) in handheld gaming devices. This unexpected collaboration marks a departure from Nvidia’s usual partner, Qualcomm.
For over two decades, MediaTek has been the go-to for mobile processors across various gadgets. Meanwhile, Nvidia has dominated with its top-notch GeForce hardware, though lately, it’s been diving deep into AI.
Both companies bring serious skills to the table. MediaTek’s forte lies in affordable System on Chips (SoCs), while Nvidia shines in graphics and AI.
Rumor: MediaTek is working with Nvidia to co-develop an Arm-based AI processor for personal computers (PCs), media report, with the design to be finalized in the 3rd quarter, with verification in the 4th quarter, media report, noting the chip will be priced as high as US$300…
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According to industry insiders, MediaTek is leveraging its expertise to develop a gaming chip, with Nvidia lending its prowess to enhance graphics performance significantly.
Nvidia’s involvement in handheld gaming is not new. The company previously ventured into this space with the Tegra-powered Shield console and played a pivotal role in powering the immensely popular Nintendo Switch.
Rumors are now circulating about a potential successor to the Switch, rumored to feature an upgraded Tegra chip that could rival even the high-end GeForce RTX 2050.
With this partnership, what do you think lies ahead for Nvidia and MediaTek? Could they introduce something new to the handheld gaming department?