NVIDIA's RTX Spark laptops, powered by the N1X chip, are now available for pre-order, with shipping scheduled for October 16, 2026. Brands like Microsoft, HP, Dell, and Lenovo have released models, including the Surface Laptop Ultra, which starts at $2,599. Additional devices, such as small form factor desktops, will follow post-launch. Pre-orders are live on retailers like Best Buy, Microsoft, and HP.
The Surface Laptop Ultra features an 18-core CPU and 5120-core GPU, with configurations up to $5,899. It includes 24GB to 128GB unified memory, a 15-inch HDR display, and magnetic charging. Microsoft claims the laptop outperforms the MacBook Pro in AI tasks, offering 2.1x faster time-to-first-token and 6.2x faster AI video generation. It also supports gaming at 60 FPS in titles like Gears of War: E-Day.
RTX Spark laptops target prosumers, AI developers, and creatives, with high-end models featuring 20-core CPUs and 6144-core GPUs. Prices range from $2,599 to $6,499, with some configurations facing potential RAM shortages due to supply constraints. HP's models, such as the OmniBook X 14, start at $2,999, while Dell and Asus offer premium options. Microsoft's trade-in program offers up to $1,000 for MacBook Pro users.