RTX Spark laptops and mini desktops from Acer, ASUS, and Lenovo unveiled during IFA Berlin 2026
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Nvidia originally announced its new RTX Spark chip during Computex 2026, saying it “reinvents Windows PCs” by ditching standard x86 architecture in favor of an ARM-based alternative – much like what Apple did when it moved away from Intel hardware and onto its in-house Apple Silicon (M-series) chips. And now, hardware brands have put together some RTX Spark systems.
During IFA Berlin 2026 this week, we’ve seen a range of RTX Spark-powered devices being launched. Nvidia is not releasing RTX Spark as a standalone chip consumers can buy, so fans will have to look to laptop and mini PC designs if they’re hoping to make the switch. Acer unveiled a new compact desktop, ASUS has new ProArt PCs, and Lenovo has new Yoga laptops and 2-in-1 devices.
RTX Spark hardware launched during this year’s IFA Berlin
Nvidia hopes to interest a wide range of users with RTX Spark, including gamers, creators, and more, though the company maintains it’s “not intended” to replace x86 gaming PCs. It’s a compact processor solution with integrated graphics – not something that’ll fit into a regular gaming PC. Instead, the range of RTX Spark hardware announced so far features laptops and compact mini PCs. Even so, Nvidia doesn’t want to exclude gamers, claiming the chip is still “Game Ready” on these systems.
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Acer
As part of its IFA Berlin 2026 announcements, Acer unveiled an unnamed SFF (small form factor) RTX Spark design, aiming to deliver a “compact, ultra-efficient desktop” powered by the superchip and “purpose-built for the age of personal AI agents”. No specific models have been announced, and Acer says availability of these machines “will be announced at a future date”.
ASUS
Moving on to ASUS, which actually has full-blown RTX Spark products announced. The Taiwanese company has launched three RTX Spark-powered products in total: ProArt P16 & P14 Laptops, along with the GR1X Mini PC, with the latter described as “the world’s first Windows PC built for personal agents”. As you can see, there’s a growing theme of AI focus with these RTX Spark machines.
| Specification | ProArt P16 | ProArt P14 | ProArt GR1X |
|---|---|---|---|
| Platform | NVIDIA RTX Spark | NVIDIA RTX Spark | NVIDIA RTX Spark |
| CPU | 20-core NVIDIA Grace | 20-core NVIDIA Grace | 20-core NVIDIA Grace |
| GPU | NVIDIA Blackwell RTX | NVIDIA Blackwell RTX | NVIDIA Blackwell RTX, 6,144 cores |
| AI performance | Up to 1 petaflop FP4 | Up to 1 petaflop FP4 | Up to 1 petaflop FP4 |
| Memory | Up to 128GB LPDDR5X | Up to 128GB LPDDR5X | Up to 128GB unified LPDDR5X |
| Display | 16-inch OLED, up to 3840 x 2400, 120Hz | 14-inch OLED, 2880 x 1800, 120Hz | Up to four displays |
| Storage | Up to 2TB PCIe 4.0 SSD | Up to 1TB PCIe 4.0 SSD | M.2 PCIe 5.0 / 4.0 SSD |
| Battery | 99.9Wh | 90Wh | — |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4 | Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4 | Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, 10GbE |
| Ports | 3x USB4, USB-A, HDMI 2.1, SD Express | 3x USB4, USB-A, HDMI 2.1, SD | 3x USB-C, USB-C PD input, HDMI 2.1, 10GbE |
| Dimensions | 354.1 x 243 x 12.9-15.9 mm | 310.7 x 218.9 x 13.9-15.9 mm | 150 x 150 x 51 mm |
| Weight | 1.77 kg | 1.48 kg | 1.48 kg |
| Colors | Neo White, Nano Black | Neo White, Nano Black | Black, Silver |
Lenovo
Lenovo has introduced two premium laptops powered by RTX Spark, namely the Yoga Pro 9n and Yoga 9n 2-in-1. Equipped with up to 128GB of unified memory and 15-inch and 16-inch displays, respectively, these laptops are positioned as high-end picks for creators and developers “whose work demands substantial local computing capability in a premium, portable design”.
| Specification | Yoga Pro 9n | Yoga 9n 2-in-1 |
|---|---|---|
| Processor / graphics | NVIDIA Grace CPU + NVIDIA Blackwell RTX GPU | NVIDIA Grace CPU + NVIDIA Blackwell RTX GPU |
| Memory / storage | Up to 128GB LPDDR5X / 4TB SSD | Up to 64GB LPDDR5X / 2TB SSD |
| Display | 15.3-inch 2.5K PureSight Pro OLED, up to 165Hz VRR | 16-inch 2.8K PureSight Pro OLED touchscreen, up to 120Hz VRR |
| Battery | 92.5Wh | 99.9Wh |
| Dimensions / weight | 347 x 242 x 16.7 mm / from 1.65 kg | 360 x 243.1 x 17.5 mm / 1.94 kg |
| Camera | 9.2MP IR camera | 5MP + IR camera with privacy shutter |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4 | Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4 |
| Ports | 2x USB4, 2x USB-A, HDMI 2.1, SD card reader | 2x USB4, 2x USB-A, HDMI 2.1, SD card reader |
| Key features | Performance-focused design, Dolby Atmos audio | Touchscreen, pen support, 360° hinge, Dolby Atmos audio |
Image source: Lenovo
Image source: Lenovo
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