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What is an AI PC ?
Artificial intelligence has ushered in a new era of computing, giving rise to previously unimaginable devices. Without AI, the Apple Vision Pro headset wouldn’t exist, the Rabbit R1 wouldn’t draw users solely for its orange color, and the AI Pin from the Humane company wouldn’t garner interest without the “AI” in its name.
Processor manufacturers like Intel and AMD have adapted to the trend of AI computing, avoiding the fate of companies like Nokia and Kodak. They have done so by launching a new generation of personal computers: AI PCs.
What is an AI PC?
An AI-enabled PC, also known as an AI PC, differs from a personal computer only by using a special processing unit to accelerate the work of AI models.
Personal computers typically have two processing units:
- Central Processing Unit (CPU): This unit performs the essential arithmetic and logical operations required by the operating system and various programs.
- Graphics Processing Unit (GPU): This unit handles processing tasks specific to graphics programs and games, demanding high computational power for visual rendering.
AI PCs, in addition to a CPU and GPU, integrate a dedicated Neural Processing Unit (NPU) specifically designed to efficiently run AI models.
