# Windows on Arm and NVIDIA hardware expansion

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/windows-on-arm-and-nvidia-hardware-expansion
> Updated: 2026-08-26T18:25:37.000Z. Sources: 15. Developments: 2.

Microsoft and NVIDIA are expanding the Windows on Arm ecosystem through new hardware partnerships. Microsoft has reported that the platform has evolved into a “first-class ecosystem” with over 7,000 compatible applications, supported by the Windows Prism emulation layer for non-native software.

At Gamescom 2026, NVIDIA announced the upcoming RTX Spark platform, scheduled for an autumn 2026 launch. This platform combines Blackwell-based RTX GPUs with custom Arm-based Grace CPUs, featuring a 20-core CPU and 128 GB of unified memory. The hardware is designed for high-performance tasks, including 8K video editing and 1440p gaming. The platform aims to deliver 1440p gaming at 100 FPS with ray tracing and DLSS enabled, while providing 1 Petaflop of AI performance.

To bolster the gaming ecosystem, NVIDIA is implementing native support for anti-cheat software such as EA Javelin Anticheat, which will support titles like Battlefield 6 and EA Sports FC 26. Major publishers including EA, Ubisoft, and Embark have confirmed support. Several manufacturers, including ASUS, Dell, HP, Lenovo, Microsoft Surface, and MSI, are expected to release devices featuring this technology in late 2026.

NVIDIA also introduced DLSS 4.5 Ray Reconstruction, a second-generation transformer model intended to improve lighting effects and reduce visual artifacts such as ghosting and noise. This update is compatible with GeForce RTX graphics cards ranging from the 20-series to the 50-series. Additionally, the GeForce NOW cloud gaming service will support DLSS 4.5, potentially reaching streaming frame rates of up to 360 FPS.

## Claims

- NVIDIA expanded DLSS 4.5 with a new Ray Reconstruction model. (corroborated by 5 sources)
- EA, Ubisoft, and Embark are supporting the RTX Spark platform. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- RTX Spark will support native EA Javelin Anticheat for titles like Battlefield 6 and EA Sports FC 26. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- NVIDIA will launch the RTX Spark platform in autumn 2026. (single source)
- RTX Spark combines a Blackwell-based RTX GPU with an Arm-based Grace CPU. (single source)
- The RTX Spark platform features 128 GB of unified memory and 1 Petaflop of AI performance. (single source)
- RTX Spark is designed for 1440p gaming at 100 FPS with ray tracing and DLSS enabled. (single source)

## Timeline

### 2026-08-26: NVIDIA announces RTX Spark Arm-based platform and DLSS 4.5

NVIDIA announced the RTX Spark Arm-based PC platform for autumn 2026 and released DLSS 4.5 Ray Reconstruction, compatible with all GeForce RTX GPUs, to enhance gaming graphics and performance.

13 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/nvidia-to-launch-rtx-spark-arm-based-pc-platform-in-autumn-2026

### 2026-08-25: Microsoft expands Windows on Arm ecosystem with NVIDIA partnership

Microsoft reports major growth for Windows on Arm, announcing NVIDIA's entry with the RTX Spark SoC and noting over 7,000 compatible apps for the expanding ecosystem.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/microsoft-expands-windows-on-arm-ecosystem-with-nvidia-partnership

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