aiqbench analysis
Microsoft's Surface Laptop Ultra leverages the new RTX Spark ARM-based SoC to deliver high-end AI performance and creative capabilities, positioning itself as a primary demonstration platform for the upcoming ultrabook boom. While the device showcases impressive specs like 128GB unified memory and a bright mini-LED display, real-world validation remains pending as the unit was only evaluated in a controlled showfloor environment. The hardware strategy appears focused on targeting pro creators and AI power users with a premium build that currently outperforms other RTX Spark laptops in demo scenarios.
I tried the Surface Laptop Ultra at Computex, and it's clear: Microsoft means business
The flagship laptop announced at Computex 2026 will feature Nvidia's new RTX Spark chip with up to 128GB of unified memory.
Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. The Microsoft Surface Laptop Ultra is the flagship RTX Spark laptop unveiled at Computex. It features the RTX Spark SoC: a 20-core CPU, equivalent of a GeForce RTX 5070 GPU, and up to 128GB of unified memory. Despite the dazzling specs and premium build, unanswered questions remain. At Computex 2026, Nvidia announced its new RTX Spark processor, an ARM-based chip with some impressive performance specs across a cadre of new devices: up to 1…
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