Nvidia Working on a CPU+GPU Combo

[metadigital]

Max Romantschuk writes

"Nvidia is apparently working on an x86 CPU with integrated graphics. The target market seems to be OEMs, but what other prospects could a solution like this have? Given recent development with projects like Folding@Home's GPU client you can't help but wonder about the possibilities of a CPU with an integrated GPU. Things like video encoding and decoding, audio processing and other applications could benefit a lot from a low latency CPU+GPU combo. What if you could put multiple chips like these in one machine? With AMD+ATI and Intel's own integrated graphics, will basic GPU functionality be integrated in all CPU's eventually? Will dedicated graphics cards become a niche product for enthusiasts and pros, like audio cards already largely have?" The article is from the Inquirer, so a dash of salt might make this more palatable.

[Meshugger]

Sounds like a lowcost solution for HTPC's or laptops, not for gaming in general.

[WITHTEETH]

I agree low cost. You can't upgrade unless you throw out the baby. Why are those GPU's so hot big and bothered in the first place? Because they ROCK!

PS: I actually know these guys lol!