Microsoft unveils new AI-ready PCs featuring Nvidia's RTX Spark chip and updated Windows 11

Oct 7, 2026

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Microsoft has introduced the Surface Laptop Ultra and Surface RTX Spark Dev Box, both powered by Nvidia's RTX Spark chip. These devices are designed for on-device AI processing and come with a revamped version of Windows 11 that includes new features for AI development.

Microsoft announced the Surface Laptop Ultra, starting at $2,600, and the Surface RTX Spark Dev Box, starting at $6,000, during an event in San Francisco.
The Surface Laptop Ultra has two base models, with options for increased memory and storage, reaching prices up to $5,900.
The Surface RTX Spark Dev Box includes Microsoft development tools and is aimed at developers.
Both devices are designed to run AI models locally, featuring enhanced hardware for processing and cooling.
The updated Windows 11 includes a feature called “Execution Containers” for easier sandboxing of AI agents, which will be available for all Windows 11 users.
Microsoft is offering up to $1,000 off for customers trading in a MacBook Pro to attract developers.
Dell also announced its Nvidia-RTX Spark AI Windows PC, the XPS 16 Creator Edition, priced at $3,800 and available for pre-order.

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Microsoft unveils new AI-ready PCs featuring Nvidia's RTX Spark chip and updated Windows 11

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