Huawei Technologies is preparing to begin mass shipments of its new 910C artificial intelligence chip as early as next month, marking a significant development in China’s push for technological self-reliance amid tightening U.S. export restrictions. According to sources familiar with the matter, some shipments of the chip have already commenced.
The 910C is part of Huawei’s Ascend chip lineup and is reported to match the performance of Nvidia’s powerful H100 chip by combining two 910B units. The chip is expected to play a crucial role in powering large-scale AI models, data centers, and other advanced computing tasks, providing a domestic alternative to American semiconductor technology that has become increasingly difficult for Chinese companies to access.
Huawei’s move comes at a time when China is accelerating efforts to build a resilient AI hardware ecosystem in response to U.S. sanctions that limit the export of high-end AI chips such as those made by Nvidia and AMD. The 910C could be a game-changer in this context, enabling Chinese firms and research institutions to continue innovating in AI without relying on Western technology.
The chip’s launch also aligns with broader national goals to strengthen China’s position in artificial intelligence and supercomputing, industries seen as vital to future economic and military competitiveness. Huawei, already under U.S. sanctions, has been investing heavily in chip development through its semiconductor arm, HiSilicon, and working with domestic partners to scale production.
As global competition in AI intensifies, the 910C’s rollout could signal a new chapter for China’s tech ambitions, showing that the country can still make significant strides despite geopolitical and supply chain challenges. If successful, the chip may become a cornerstone in the country’s AI infrastructure.
