Nvidia

The History of nVidia

  • nVidia is Founded

    nVidia is Founded
    nVidia is founded by Jen-Hsun Huang, Chris Malachowsky, and Curtis Priem.
  • Riva 128 CPU launches

    Riva 128 CPU launches
    The Riva 128 CPU sells 1 million units within the first 4 months
  • nVidia acquires Pioneer 3DFX

    nVidia acquires Pioneer 3DFX
    nVidia acquires Graphics Pioneer, 3DFX
  • nVidia enters the GPU Market

    nVidia enters the GPU Market
    nVidia enters the GPU market with the creation of the nForce
  • nVidia named Americas Fastest Growing Company

    nVidia named Americas Fastest Growing Company
    In 2002, nVidia was named Americas Fastest Growing Company.
  • Geforce FX

    Geforce FX
    In May, 2003, nVidia released the GeForce FX Series that was the 5th generation of video cards along their line.
  • nVidia sells its 500 millionth GPU

    nVidia sells its 500 millionth GPU
    In 2006, nVida sells and ships its 500 millionth GPU Processor
  • nVidia releases the Tegra Mobile Processor

    nVidia releases the Tegra Mobile Processor
    nVida launches the Tegra Mobile Processor which consumes 30 times less power than a typical PC processor
  • Shield Tablet K1

    Shield Tablet K1
    The Shield Tablet K1 releases for $199.99 and offers gaming streaming for PC users with a nVidia graphics card