Huawei is gearing up to introduce its newest AI chip, the Ascend 910D AI processor, in a bid to challenge US chipmaker Nvidia's dominance in the AI chip market. Despite facing challenges such as US sanctions and restrictions on cutting-edge chip shipments, Huawei is determined to prove itself with the Ascend 910D, which is set to be the company's most powerful AI chip to date.
Testing of the Ascend 910D is expected to commence next month, with Huawei targeting a release that can outperform Nvidia's H100 AI processor. While Nvidia currently holds an edge with its advanced chip manufacturing technology, Huawei is leveraging new packaging technologies to enhance the performance of its chips. This strategic move puts Huawei in direct competition with Nvidia, especially as the US chipmaker faces constraints in selling its latest AI processor in China.
Despite doubts from some engineers about Huawei's ability to match Nvidia's performance levels, the battle between these tech giants highlights the intense competition and innovation driving the AI processor industry forward.
