In a packed Las Vegas arena, Nvidia founder Jensen Huang stood on stage and marveled over the crisp real-time computer graphics displayed on the screen behind him. He watched as a dark-haired woman walked through ornate gilded double doors and took in the rays of light that poured in through stained glass windows.
"The Amount of Geometry That You Saw Was Absolutely Insane"
Huang told an audience of thousands at CES 2025 on Monday night, "The amount of geometry that you saw was absolutely insane. It would have been impossible without artificial intelligence."
Nvidia Unveils its Most Advanced Consumer Graphics Processor Units
The chipmaker and AI darling unveiled its GeForce RTX 50 Series desktop and laptop GPUs — its most advanced consumer graphics processor units for gamers, creators, and developers. The tech is designed for use on both desktop and laptop computers.
Ahead of Huang’s Speech, Nvidia Stock Climbs to New Highs
Ahead of Huang’s speech, Nvidia stock climbed 3.4% to top its record set in November. Nvidia and other AI stocks keep climbing despite concerns over Nvidia’s share price being bloated and the company being overvalued.
Huang Announces Breakthroughs in AI-Driven Rendering with Blackwell
Huang said the GPUs, which use the company’s next-generation artificial intelligence chip Blackwell, can deliver breakthroughs in AI-driven rendering. "Blackwell, the engine of AI, has arrived for PC gamers, developers, and creatives," Huang said, adding that Blackwell "is the most significant computer graphics innovation since we introduced programmable shading 25 years ago."
Blackwell Technology is Now in Full Production
Huang said Blackwell technology is now in full production.
RTX Neural Shaders: Using AI to Render Game Characters with Deep Detail
Building on the tech Nvidia released 25 years ago, the company announced that it would also introduce "RTX Neural Shaders," which use AI to help render game characters in deep detail – a task that’s notoriously tricky because people can easily spot a small error on digital humans.
Autonomous Characters: Enabling Dynamic Battles and Player Strategies
Huang said Nvidia is also introducing a new suite of technologies that enable "autonomous characters" to perceive, plan, and act like human players. Those characters can help players plan strategies or adapt tactics to challenge players and create more dynamic battles.
Nvidia Not Alone in the AI Revolution at CES 2025
In addition to Nvidia, tech giants such as AMD, Google, and Samsung are at CES 2025 to unveil artificial intelligence tools aimed at helping both content creators and consumers alike in their quest for entertainment.
The Future of Computer Graphics: A Conversation with Jensen Huang
We spoke with Jensen Huang about the future of computer graphics and how Nvidia is leading the charge.
What Inspired the Development of Blackwell?
Huang explained that the development of Blackwell was inspired by the need to push the boundaries of what is possible in computer graphics. "We wanted to create a technology that could deliver breakthroughs in AI-driven rendering," he said.
How Does Blackwell Work?
Blackwell uses advanced artificial intelligence algorithms to analyze and optimize 3D models, textures, and lighting effects. This allows for more realistic and detailed graphics in real-time.
The Impact of RTX Neural Shaders on Game Development
Huang emphasized the importance of RTX Neural Shaders in revolutionizing game development. "This technology will enable developers to create games with unprecedented detail and realism," he said.
What Can We Expect from Nvidia’s Autonomous Characters?
Nvidia’s autonomous characters will be able to perceive, plan, and act like human players. This means that they can help players plan strategies or adapt tactics to challenge players and create more dynamic battles.
The AI Revolution at CES 2025: A Look at the Big Players
At CES 2025, Nvidia is not alone in showcasing its AI innovations. Other tech giants such as AMD, Google, and Samsung are also unveiling their own AI tools aimed at helping both content creators and consumers alike in their quest for entertainment.
Conclusion
Nvidia’s announcement of its GeForce RTX 50 Series desktop and laptop GPUs marks a significant milestone in the development of computer graphics. With Blackwell and RTX Neural Shaders leading the charge, Nvidia is once again pushing the boundaries of what is possible in AI-driven rendering.
Huang’s vision for the future of computer graphics is clear: "We want to create a world where anyone can enjoy the highest level of realism and detail in their favorite games and applications." With Blackwell and RTX Neural Shaders, it seems that vision is becoming a reality.
