NVIDIA’s N1X desktop SoC (codenamed JMJWOA) has surfaced in the Furmark database, marking its first appearance on Windows. The test used unreleased 590.22 drivers – NVIDIA’s next-gen branch that drops support for legacy Kepler/Maxwell architectures. This confirms:
- Windows on ARM compatibility
- Driver development underway
- OEM partners testing hardware
The sighting suggests NVIDIA is advancing toward a consumer launch after previous Linux-only leaks.
Benchmark Insights & Limitations
Furmark v1 (720p preset) results:
- Score: 4,286 points
- GPU Utilization: 63% (capped)
- Temperature: 59°C (no thermal throttling)
- Performance Context: Less than half of RTX 5060’s score despite having 37% more cores
Why underperformed?
- Power-limiting in early engineering samples
- Unoptimized drivers for consumer workloads
- Furmark v1 limitations (13-year-old benchmark)
Technical Significance
- Driver Milestone: 590-series is NVIDIA’s first to fully ditch legacy GPU support
- Platform Validation: Proves Windows runs on NVIDIA N1X silicon
- OEM Collaboration: Likely from ASUS/Gigabyte testing prototypes
- Architecture Confirmed: Matches earlier Geekbench leaks (20-core ARM CPU + 6144 CUDA cores)
Market Context & Expectations
| Chip | Target | Status | Launch Window |
|---|---|---|---|
| NVIDIA N1X | High-end desktops/laptops | Engineering samples | CES 2026 (expected) |
| GB10 Superchip | AI mini-PCs | Launched July 2025 | Available now |
Performance should improve with:
- Final silicon (higher clocks)
- Mature 590 drivers
- Windows 11 24H2 ARM optimizations
Also, Read
- NVIDIA N1X Leak Confirms 20-Core CPU & 6144-CUDA Core GPU
- Gigabyte RTX 5090 Flashed with ASUS BIOS – 1600W Power Limit Unlocked
- NVIDIA RTX 50 SUPER Series May Launch Early – 50% More VRAM, Q4 2025 Release Rumored
What’s Next?
- Driver Refinement: Optimization for gaming/creator apps
- Thermal Solutions: Cooling designs for 170W+ TDP
- Software Ecosystem: NVIDIA needs Windows app partnerships
- Pricing Strategy: Must undercut Apple M3 Ultra ($3,999)
Industry Takeaway: This leak confirms NVIDIA’s serious about challenging x86 in consumer compute – but final performance will make or break its ambitions.
Sources: Furmark database, previous Geekbench leaks, NVIDIA driver roadmap.