Overview
- Nvidia, which announced the 12GB configuration Tuesday, confirmed it will sit alongside the existing 8GB model.
- The GPU keeps the Blackwell GB206 design with 4,608 cores and a 128-bit memory bus, and total bandwidth stays at 384 GB/s.
- Capacity rises by moving from 16Gb (2GB) to 24Gb (3GB) GDDR7 chips, which store more data per chip and run faster than prior memory.
- Nvidia says the change helps partners source parts more reliably this year, with OEM laptops using the 12GB option expected to roll out after integration.
- The extra VRAM is expected to give 1440p games more headroom for high‑res textures and ray tracing and to better support AI features like DLSS 4.5 and local LLMs, with reports pointing to mid‑range laptops near $1,200–$1,500 if pricing holds.