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Tom's Guide
2 days ago
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Nvidia N1X CPU appears in new benchmark — but it doesn't show its true potential
Nvidia's rumored N1X chip has recently shown up on Geekbench, giving use a sneak peek at its specs that appear to match an RTX 5070 desktop GPU. Now, the Arm-based CPU has popped up in yet another benchmark. The N1X CPU has been spotted in a FurMark benchmaking tool (via VideoCardz), with results showing its GPU capabilities. Codenamed "NVIDIA JMJWOA," it received a OpenGL score of 4,286, but it wasn't at its full GPU usage. According to the listing, the N1X used 63% of its maximum GPU capabilities, with its result putting it well under an RTX 5060 desktop graphics card. However, seeing as the previous Geekbench benchmark showed it coming with a 20-core CPU and 6,144 CUDA cores, the same number as an RTX 5070 desktop GPU, it's sure to offer far more performance power. Interestingly, the listing shows that Nvidia, or a manufacturer testing the chip for upcoming PCs, is testing the Arm-based CPU on Windows 11. This simply means that the N1X SoC will run on Windows — as many have expected. While this benchmark doesn't show just how well the N1X will perform (similar to the Geekbench result), it does give us yet another tease that Nvidia's anticipated N1X may be closer than we think, seeing as benchmarks popping up is a good sign that it's approaching a release. There's been a lot of back and forth with Team Green's rumored Windows-on-Arm CPU, with it initially expected to be announced at Computex 2025. It was then tipped to be delayed until late 2026, due to issues with the silicon, but now it's looking like it may arrive somewhat sooner. According to reports, Nvidia's N1X CPU has been delayed until early 2026, and it's apparently due to delays on Microsoft's next-gen Windows OS (possibly Windows 12). Whatever the case, this means the chip could be announced at CES 2026, which is when Nvidia often delivers big news — like its RTX 50-series GPU lineup. Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. Of course, since the chip has yet to be officially announced, we won't know for sure until it happens. In the meantime, check out our thoughts on why the RTX 5090 isn't best used for living room PC gamers. Follow Tom's Guide on Google News to get our up-to-date news, how-tos, and reviews in your feeds. Make sure to click the Follow button.
Tom's Guide
4 days ago
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Leaked Nvidia N1X CPU benchmark hints at RTX 5070 power — with 20 CPU cores
Rumors are heating up around Nvidia's N1X Arm-based CPU, and thanks to a leaked benchmark, we may have an idea of its integrated GPU capabilities — and it's hinting at RTX 50-series GPU power. A Geekbench benchmark listing for the Nvidia N1X CPU has popped up, showing its OpenCL score, which measures GPU performance. Its results show a 46,361 OpenCL score, which puts it around an RTX 2050 GPU. Of course, this isn't ideal, but this early on, it is an early prototype of the chip, so don't expect this result in the final rumored chip. More impressively, the Geekbench entry shows the specs of the N1X SoC, including a 20-core CPU that's split into two 10-core clusters, and 48 compute units. These are the Streaming Multiprocessors, and Nvidia offers 128 CUDA cores per unit. This translates to 6,144 CUDA cores, which is the same number as an RTX 5070 desktop GPU. We've heard that the N1X may deliver RTX 4070 power in a previous benchmark leak, but seeing this key spec shows what Nvidia may be aiming to deliver in its rumored Arm-based chip. What's more, it shows similar specs to the Nvidia GB10 Superchip, seen in DGX Spark-equipped PCs. As rumored, the N1X may use a pared-down version of the GB10, and as that chip combines a Blackwell GPU with a Grace Arm CPU to make a custom SoC, we can expect this chip to offer RTX 50-series performance. Now, despite the weaker OpenCL result, it still pushes integrated GPU performance in Arm-based chips. Even though it's likely not to be the final results, the N1X chip in this benchmark still pushes past Apple's M3 Max performance, which usually sees a score of 37,500 (as per our sister site, Tom's Hardware). All in all, with these expected specs now known, it's looking like Nvidia will have a strong chip on its hands, putting Apple's own M-series chips on notice. Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. Of course, we won't know what Nvidia's rumored N1X chip delivers until it's officially announced, and it may be a while until we see it. Recently, the Nvidia N1X CPU was reportedly delayed due to a number of factors, with one of them having to do with the launch of Microsoft's next-gen operating system (a possible hint at Windows 12). Along with apparently being hit with problems that require engineers to make design changes to the silicon, it's now expected to arrive in 2026. Many believe it could be around early 2026, which points to a big announcement at CES 2026, but it could come later, with some reports stating it could arrive in late 2026 instead. Nvidia's N1X and N1 CPUs are expected to power next-gen desktops and laptops, with the latter bringing more ultraportable gaming laptops without the need for a discrete GPU. It's been tipped that Dell's Alienware gaming brand will be the first to receive these chips. Only time will tell what Nvidia's N1X-series CPUs will deliver, but if we're getting performance akin to an RTX 5070, then these chips should be worth waiting for. Follow Tom's Guide on Google News to get our up-to-date news, how-tos, and reviews in your feeds. Make sure to click the Follow button.
Digital Trends
22-07-2025
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Nvidia's AI PC delay may be just what the industry needs
Nvidia and MediaTek have reportedly postponed the launch of their ambitious AI PC platform, codenamed N1X, to the first quarter of 2026. According to a report from DigiTimes, the reason for the delay has been attributed by a mix of industry-level and technical hurdles, including Microsoft's delayed operating system roadmap, critical chip revisions on Nvidia's end, and weakening demand in the global notebook market. While delays in the tech world are rarely celebrated, this one may possibly be a healthier and refined future for AI PCs. Originally slated for a Q3 2025 release, the N1X platform was expected to debut in both commercial and high-end consumer devices. Yet its absence from the Computex 2025 showcase raised some concerns. Industry insiders now point to three main factors behind the hold-up. First, Microsoft's upcoming Windows release, further optimized for Arm and AI workloads, is reportedly behind schedule creating a software bottleneck. Second, Nvidia is said to have uncovered issues in the initial silicon that required a significant redesign. And third, broader economic conditions, including weaker-than-expected notebook sales and a cautious enterprise spending environment, have pushed both companies to re-evaluate the platform's timing and market strategy. Change in strategies The N1X launch is now being repositioned with a greater emphasis on the commercial sector, with Dell, HP, Lenovo, and other OEMs expected to lead the rollout in early 2026. Analysts suggest that the enterprise segment is better positioned to adopt AI-enhanced systems in the short term, given ongoing IT refresh cycles and the growing demand for on-device AI in business applications. This pivot is also a way to avoid launching into a volatile consumer market, where purchasing behavior remains unpredictable and value perception around AI PCs is still at an early stage. Recommended Videos In strategic terms, the Nvidia–MediaTek partnership is deeper than just a one-off product. The two companies have been collaborating across several AI domains in recent years. In automotive, MediaTek's Dimensity Auto cockpit platform now integrates Nvidia RTX GPUs for advanced in-vehicle graphics and compute tasks. On the edge AI front, Nvidia's TAO toolkit works alongside MediaTek's NeuroPilot SDK, streamlining model training and deployment. They've also co-developed a personal AI supercomputer called DGX Spark, and MediaTek is among the first to adopt Nvidia's NVLink Fusion ecosystem, an interconnect platform that enables custom AI silicon design for data centers. While a delay in a major launch can be frustrating, the benefits of patience in this case are compelling. First and foremost, it allows for better integration between hardware and software. Nvidia can use the extra time to finalize its chip redesign and iron out driver and compatibility issues, while Microsoft can ensure that its next-generation Windows OS is ready to make the most of the hardware. In short, it reduces the risk of launching a product that looks exciting on paper but fails to deliver a meaningful experience to users. A worthy challenger Beyond polish, the delay also opens the door for more healthy competition. With Qualcomm, AMD, Intel, and Apple all expanding their AI-capable chip portfolios, a later arrival for N1X allows Nvidia and MediaTek to better assess the market landscape and position their offering more competitively. This could translate into more choices for consumers, improved performance per dollar, and less pressure on OEMs to rush half-baked devices to market. This was particularly the case when Intel jumped onto the AI bandwagon when it launched its Meteor Lake lineup. By 2026, the AI PC market is projected to be far more mature, and the extra development time may ensure the N1X platform enters a space that's ready to support its potential. Perhaps most intriguing is what this delay hints at for the future of Arm-based computing. Rumors suggest Nvidia could potentially be planning to pair N1X with its own discrete GPU technologies for future high-performance laptops, potentially even targeting gaming workloads. If successful, it could mark the beginning of a true Arm-based gaming CPU capable of challenging x86 incumbents from Intel and AMD. While those ambitions are still speculative, the technical groundwork and strategic intent are clearly being laid. Ultimately, the Nvidia–MediaTek delay isn't just a missed deadline but a recalibration. It reflects how complex the transition to AI-first computing really is, and it highlights the importance of aligning hardware, software, and market readiness. In this case, more time could mean better value, stronger adoption, and a more meaningful leap forward for AI PCs. For consumers, developers, and the industry at large, it's an outcome that is worth waiting for.
Tom's Guide
22-07-2025
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Nvidia N1X CPU delayed once again — and Microsoft's next-gen OS seems to be at fault
The anticipated Nvidia N1X CPU is seeing some major roadblocks lately, and now it's reportedly been pushed back until early 2026 — with Microsoft's next Windows OS tipped to be setting it back. The Windows-on-Arm chip from Nvidia and MediaTek is now expected to launch in 2026, with DigiTimes (via Jukan on X) citing supply chain sources stating it's due to a combination of reasons. This includes delays on Microsoft's next-gen Windows OS (possibly Windows 12), Nvidia's own design changes to the silicon and the market seeing a smaller demand for notebooks. As per the report, Nvidia and MediaTek's N1X AI PC chip will focus on enterprise-class devices first, shifting to the consumer market once demand picks back up. Along with Microsoft's roadmap for its OS apparently being delayed and Nvidia redesigning the chip, it has led to the Arm-based CPU being pushed to 2026. Report: Nvidia and MediaTek delay AI PC launch to 2026 due to Microsoft OS hurdles and market headwindsMediaTek and Nvidia have postponed the launch of their highly anticipated AI PC platform to the first quarter of 2026, supply chain sources say, citing a combination of delays… 21, 2025 Initially, the Nvidia N1X CPU was expected to be announced at Computex 2025, with the report claiming it would feature 180 to 200 TOPS (trillions of operations per second) — a huge jump over Snapdragon X Series chips at 45 TOPS — to drive AI performance further. However, the chip didn't arrive, and many reports suggested it would arrive by late 2025 instead. Now, a 2026 launch date is looking likely, but earlier reports have indicated it's been pushed back until late 2026 instead. The Nvidia N1X chip's release date appears to be all over the place, but, along with this report, it's looking like industry insiders agree that it will now launch in 2026. According to SemiAccurate, the Arm-based AI chip has been hit by a few hurdles, with sources suggesting that it would require engineers to make design changes to the silicon. Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. While this lines up with the DigiTimes report, the tech news site believes the chip has now been delayed until late 2026 instead of the expected first quarter of the year. However, plans can change, of course, so only time will tell until Nvidia and MediaTek announce their Arm-based CPU. Nvidia's N1X chip is rumored to come in two flavors: the N1X being for desktops, while the N1 chip is for laptops. So far, they look to deliver powerful AI performance along with the same performance as an RTX 4070 GPU for notebooks. It's tipped to use a smaller GB10 Blackwell chip, or a GB206 model, similar to RTX 5060 Ti or RTX 5060. If Nvidia plans to release the chip around the same time as Microsoft's next-gen Windows OS, this could mean that the chip may launch alongside a possible Windows 12, or something of the like. Rumors are scattered, but for now, it's looking like we'll have to wait until at least early 2026 to see Nvidia's N1X CPU. Follow Tom's Guide on Google News to get our up-to-date news, how-tos, and reviews in your feeds. Make sure to click the Follow button.
Tom's Guide
20-07-2025
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Nvidia N1X CPU: Everything we know so far
Nvidia is the undisputed leader of the GPU market (whether you like it or not), with its RTX 50-series graphics cards making waves this year, but Team Green looks to be putting its hat in the ring of another sector, as a new CPU may be on the horizon. Rumors have been swirling of a Nvidia N1X and N1 Arm-based CPUs that would be made for desktops and laptops, respectively. While Nvidia has already announced a new Arm-based CPU, the N1-series chips are set to be for consumers. Believed to be made in partnership with MediaTek, not only does this mean Nvidia will have a stake in PCs in a whole new way, but as reports have pointed out, it could lead to slimmer, more powerful gaming laptops, too. While Nvidia may have GPU and AI markets in its pocket, its N1X and N1 System on Chips (SoC) may prove to shake up the competition in Intel, AMD, Qualcomm and Apple's offerings. It may be a while before we see Nvidia's N1X and N1 CPUs arrive, and there's still a lot to learn, but the rumor mill has been churning out plenty on these chips. Let's dive into what we know so far. The rumored launch of Nvidia's N1-series CPU has been all over the place, as not too long ago, many believed the chips would be here by now. However, it's looking like we may have to wait at least a year until we see them arrive. Initially, Nvidia and MediaTek's Arm-based CPU was rumored to be announced at Computex 2025, with the tech giant expected to be gearing up to show off its smaller GB10 Blackwell chip in the Arm SoC coming to laptops. Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. As you can tell, this didn't come to be, as it seems Nvidia wasn't ready to officially announce its chips. Many, including Moore's Law is Dead, believed it would arrive in late 2025 or early 2026, which would be in time for CES 2026, but it may turn out to be later than we thought. Now, it's been reported that the Nvidia N1X Arm CPU has been delayed until late 2026. As noted by SemiAccurate, Nvidia faced problems that caused a roadblock in the CPU arriving in early 2026. While this was reportedly handled, the new chip is now rumored to be suffering from another hurdle. While the report doesn't detail the specific problem with Nvidia's chip, sources state that the chip has been hit with problems that require engineers to make design changes to the silicon. Due to this, the SoC is now believed to be coming later in 2026. With Nvidia's track record of announcements, it could end up being at CES 2027 in January. For now, of course, this is all up in the air. But with rumors indicated delays, it's likely it will be a while before we see any mention of a new CPU from Nvidia. So, what kind of performance can we expect the Nvidia's N1-series chips to deliver? According to leaked benchmarks, we could see some big performance gains in ultraportable laptops. We've heard that the N1-series chip will be based on a GB10 Superchip, found in Nvidia's announced Project DIGITS AI supercomputer (now known as DGX Spark) for desktops. For the laptop version, which is set to be the N1 SoC, it may be a cut-down version of GB10, with some combination of a Blackwell GPU and a MediaTek CPU. That said, there's reason to believe it could use a GB206 model. Either way, it's looking to leverage the power of an RTX GPU, with these Blackwell-based GPUs being used in RTX 5060 Ti or RTX 5060 graphics cards. But the real kicker here is that this N1 chip will reportedly deliver the same performance of an RTX 4070-equipped laptop, but with far better energy efficiency, according to Taiwanese outlet UDN. For a CPU that delivers an integrated GPU with that kind of power, along with improvements to power efficiency (so possibly longer battery life), is already a good sign that Team Green's chip will be worth waiting for. But the rumors continue, as the N1 chip is expected to use 65W power to match the performance of a 120W RTX 4070 gaming laptop, and another source suggesting the chip would offer a TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 80W to 120W. According to ComputerBase Nvidia and MediaTek's chip may only have 8 or 12 CPU cores instead of 20. Benchmark leaks of the Nvidia's GB10 Arm superchip (via Notebookcheck) suggest single-core performance reaching 2,960 and multicore at 10,682. Due to the delay, it's only guesswork if these are the benchmarks (or even specs) that will arrive, as for now, these Geekbench results put it behind Apple's M4 Max chips. While it's believed the N1X chip is for desktop and the N1 is for laptops, it's looking likely that the latter will be primed for gaming laptops. And reports even suggest the first gamer-focused notebooks that will be getting them. According to the UDN report, Dell's gaming brand Alienware will be among the first to launch new gaming laptops featuring the Nvidia and MediaTek CPU. That means we could see fresh Alienware notebooks that are slimmer and offer better battery life, if rumors about Nvidia and MediaTek's chip are accurate — not unlike the newly designed Alienware 16 Aurora lineup. If rumors are accurate, Nvidia's Arm-based SoC is set to bolster ultraportable gaming laptops (and possibly PC gaming handhelds) with better power efficiency, which hopefully translates to greater battery life in gaming notebooks. We've seen Arm chips in action before, with Snapdragon X Elite laptops impressing with their long battery life and fast speeds. We've even tested Snapdragon X Elite PCs for gaming, and while impressive, they aren't quite built for demanding titles. With Nvidia's own chip sporting its GPU tech, however, gaming on machines with this chip could see major performance gains, especially if it uses some form of DLSS 4 and its Multi Frame Generation tech. But there's already some competition heating up, and that's from two heavy hitters in the laptop market. For one, the AMD Strix Halo APU already delivers close to RTX 4060 desktop GPU power, and Qualcomm's Snapdragon X2 Series chip is set to arrive soon. It's still early days for the Nvidia N1X Arm-based CPU, as it isn't even certain it may release. We have an idea of what to expect, especially when it comes to the power the N1-series chip for laptop may deliver, but all this could change if it doesn't arrive until next year. Only time will tell when we see Nvidia's N1X Arm-based CPU arrive, and whether its the CPU for consumers we've been expecting. But if it comes from Team Green, we should expect to see a boost in ultraportable laptops, at the very least, along with a touch of AI for greater power efficiency management.
