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February 25, 2026
Nvidia’s new AI system Vera Rubin is 10 times more efficient than its predecessor
CNBC got an exclusive first look at Vera Rubin, Nvidia's next AI system that's due to ship in the second half of the year
TL;DR
- Vera Rubin is Nvidia's next-generation AI system, delivering 10 times more performance per watt than its predecessor, Grace Blackwell.
- The system comprises 1.3 million components, including 72 Rubin GPUs and 36 Vera CPUs, with most parts sourced from Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. and over 80 suppliers globally.
- Nvidia is committed to manufacturing up to $500 billion of AI infrastructure in the U.S. through 2029.
- Vera Rubin is designed for easier installation and repair with a modular structure, where superchips slide out easily, unlike the soldered components in Grace Blackwell.
- The system is 100% liquid-cooled, contributing to lower water consumption in data centers.
- Major customers like Meta, OpenAI, Anthropic, Amazon, Google, and Microsoft are expected to adopt Vera Rubin.
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