Huawei Unveils AI System to Rival Nvidia at Shanghai Tech Event

 Huawei Unveils AI System to Rival Nvidia at Shanghai Tech Event

Huawei has officially launched its CloudMatrix 384 AI computing system at the World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC) in Shanghai. This high-performance system is designed to challenge the dominance of Nvidia, the American tech giant known for its leading AI chips. Since its quiet announcement in April, the CloudMatrix 384 has gained attention within the global tech community. Huawei’s showcase at WAIC drew large crowds, highlighting growing curiosity around China’s homegrown AI hardware.

The system features 384 of Huawei’s newest 910C chips, using what the company calls a "supernode" architecture. This design allows for ultra-fast chip-to-chip communication, helping the system compete even if its individual chips aren't as powerful as Nvidia's. While Huawei did not provide detailed explanations at WAIC, its capabilities have been praised by industry insiders. Dylan Patel, from SemiAnalysis, claims it can even outperform Nvidia’s top-tier GB200 NVL72, which runs on 72 of Nvidia’s B200 chips.

This debut comes at a time when Huawei is emerging as China’s most advanced AI chipmaker, despite facing export restrictions from the U.S. According to Nvidia’s CEO, Huawei is moving quickly in the AI sector and could become a serious contender globally.

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Huawei’s CloudMatrix 384 system is already operational on its cloud platform, according to Huawei Cloud CEO Zhang Pingan. The system showcases Huawei’s innovation in system design, not just chip manufacturing. While each 910C chip may lag behind Nvidia’s B200 in raw power, Huawei compensates with larger chip counts and smarter system-level integration. This approach could redefine how performance is achieved in large-scale AI computing.

The AI system’s architecture allows it to compete with Nvidia’s NVL72, which is currently the most advanced system-level product on the market. SemiAnalysis says Huawei’s system surpasses Nvidia’s in certain metrics by relying on the strength of its hardware orchestration and fast internal communication.

While some Huawei reps declined to comment at the event, analysts and global tech observers are closely watching how this launch might shift AI infrastructure trends especially in China. The unveiling signals Huawei’s intention to challenge U.S. dominance in AI hardware, offering domestic and global customers a viable alternative amid tightening tech restrictions.

In summary, the CloudMatrix 384 is not just a new product; it is Huawei’s bold move to become a global force in AI computing  and a signal that China’s AI ambitions are gaining serious traction.