Acer Unveils the Veriton GN100 AI Mini Workstation, Powered by NVIDIA’s GB10 Superchip

TL;DR:

• Acer has introduced the Veriton GN100 AI Mini Workstation, a compact yet powerful computer for running large AI models locally.
• The device is built on the NVIDIA® GB10 Grace Blackwell Superchip, delivering up to 1 PFLOPS of FP4 AI performance.
• It features 128 GB of unified memory and 4 TB of storage, providing server-grade performance in a mini-PC form factor.
• Two units can be linked together using an NVIDIA ConnectX-7 SmartNIC to handle AI models up to 405 billion parameters.
• The Veriton GN100 comes with the NVIDIA AI software stack and supports popular developer tools like PyTorch and Jupyter.
• Pricing starts at USD 3,999, EUR 3,999, and AUD 6,499, with availability varying by region.

A New Era of On-Premises AI Workstations

Acer today announced the launch of the Veriton GN100 AI Mini Workstation, a revolutionary compact computer designed to empower developers, researchers, and data scientists to run large AI models locally. This new device minimizes the dependence on expensive cloud services, offering a cost-effective and secure solution for advanced AI development.

The Veriton GN100 is a powerhouse in a mini-PC form factor. It is built on the NVIDIA® GB10 Grace Blackwell Superchip, which combines next-generation CUDA® cores, fifth-gen Tensor Cores, and 20 Arm-based CPU cores. This configuration provides up to 1 PFLOPS of FP4 AI performance.

Scalable Performance and Seamless Integration

“The Veriton GN100 is engineered to bring server-grade AI capabilities to the desktop,” said an Acer spokesperson. “Its compact design, combined with the immense power of the NVIDIA GB10 Superchip, allows for high-performance AI development right on your desk, with the added benefit of data privacy.”

The workstation comes pre-installed with the NVIDIA AI software stack, providing a full-stack solution for developers. Users can easily leverage common frameworks like PyTorch and Jupyter. For more demanding workloads, the NVIDIA ConnectX-7 NIC allows for the seamless linking of two Veriton GN100 units, enabling them to work with AI models reaching up to 405 billion parameters.

Security and connectivity are also prioritized, with Wi-Fi 7, a range of USB ports, and a Kensington lock. The device is designed to be space-efficient, with a stackable and lightweight build.

Pricing and Availability

The Acer Veriton GN100 AI Mini Workstation will be available in various regions, with prices as follows:

• North America: starting at USD 3,999
• EMEA: starting at EUR 3,999
• Australia: starting at AUD 6,499

Exact specifications and availability will vary by region. For more information, please visit the official Acer website.