neural processing unit

Arm Holdings plans to launch its dedicated Neural Processing Unit (NPU) for GPUs in 2026, with devices expected by late next year. Simultaneously, Arm unveils the open-source Neural Graphics Development Kit to streamline integration. A key application is Neural Super Sampling (NSS), which upscales resolution with low latency and near-native quality, reducing GPU workload by up to 50%. This innovation promises improved power consumption, higher frame rates, and enhanced visuals for gaming and other applications.

At its 15th-anniversary event in Beijing, Xiaomi unveiled cutting-edge devices, including the flagship Xuánjiè O1 chipset—a 3nm processor with 19 billion transistors and an AnTuTu benchmark exceeding 3 million points. CEO Lei Jun highlighted AI advancements, showcasing a neural processing unit delivering 44 TOPS (18% faster than Apple’s A18 Pro) and features like real-time AI-assisted writing. The launch, spanning the 15S Pro smartphone and Pad 7 Ultra, underscores Xiaomi’s vertical integration strategy to dominate smart ecosystems. Analysts note the chipset’s potential expansion into IoT and automotive markets.