Embark on a Gaming Odyssey: Nvidia and MediaTek’s Handheld Gaming Chip

The gaming world is abuzz with the rumor that Nvidia and MediaTek are teaming up to create a handheld gaming chip that could revolutionize the industry. This potential powerhouse of a chip could bring together the efficiency of Arm-based cores and the graphical prowess of Nvidia graphics. The result could be a handheld gaming experience like no other.

The Problem with Current Handhelds

One of the major drawbacks of current handheld gaming PCs is their poor battery life. The Asus RoG Ally and Lenovo Legion Go, for example, struggle to keep up with the demands of gamers on-the-go. This is where the rumored Nvidia and MediaTek chip comes in - with its Arm-based efficiency, it could offer nearly double the battery life of traditional x86 equivalents.

The Potential of Nvidia and MediaTek’s Chip

Imagine a handheld gaming PC that’s not only more efficient but also packs a punch when it comes to graphics. With Nvidia graphics and DLSS upscaling, the result would be a handheld gaming experience that’s hard to resist. Add in ray tracing and you’ve got a recipe for success.

A History of Collaboration

Nvidia and MediaTek have a history of working together, having produced chips for cars with Arm cores and Nvidia graphics and AI blocks. MediaTek has a strong track record of selling chips for mobile devices, which could be an attractive proposition for Nvidia. By partnering with MediaTek, Nvidia could be looking to tap into the mobile market and get its GPU tech into phones.

The Question of Arm Cores

The question on everyone’s mind is what kind of Arm cores the rumored chip would have. Would they be generic Arm cores or something more bespoke? If it’s the latter, it could be a game-changer for handheld gaming PCs. Nvidia has the resources to develop its own Arm cores, but would it be worth the investment?

Nvidia’s own Shield handheld

The Future of Handheld Gaming

While this is still just a rumor, the potential implications are huge. A handheld gaming chip that combines the best of both worlds could be a major disruptor in the industry. With the Steam Deck and other handheld gaming PCs already making waves, the addition of a powerful and efficient chip from Nvidia and MediaTek could be the catalyst for a handheld gaming revolution.

Handheld gaming on the go