Texas Instruments (TI) has announced a strategic collaboration with NVIDIA to develop advanced power management and sensing technologies. This alliance is geared towards enabling next-generation, high-voltage power systems specifically designed for AI data centers.
The core of this partnership lies in the development of an 800-volt direct current (DC) power distribution system, which will be critical in powering NVIDIA’s future AI servers. As demand for artificial intelligence computing accelerates at a record pace, this innovation aims to deliver increased scalability, reliability, and energy efficiency for modern data centers.
“Semiconductor power systems are essential for building high-performance AI infrastructure,” said Gabriele Gorla, Vice President of System Engineering at NVIDIA. “We’re working with partners like Texas Instruments to develop an 800V DC architecture that will efficiently support the next generation of AI-powered data centers.”
The shift towards 800V DC systems marks a significant upgrade from the traditional 48V systems, which are becoming increasingly unsustainable for scaling. A single 48V system rack can require up to 205 kilograms of copper wiring, presenting serious limitations in terms of scalability, weight, and thermal performance.
By leveraging Texas Instruments’ deep expertise in power conversion and sensing, the new 800V architecture will enable higher power delivery with reduced material usage and physical complexity. This will not only streamline data center design but also enhance the ability to manage growing compute demands without expanding physical infrastructure.
“AI data centers are entering a new era, pushing power requirements to unprecedented levels,” stated Jeffrey Morroni, Director of Power Management R&D at Kilby Labs and a TI Fellow. “Just a few years ago, 48V systems were the next big thing. Now, with TI’s innovation and NVIDIA’s AI leadership, 800V systems are set to define the future of high-performance data center power.”
This revolutionary power distribution system is expected to significantly reduce power losses, optimise energy use, and minimise the footprint of electrical systems in AI data centers. The collaboration underscores the industry’s rapid shift towards high-voltage, high-efficiency infrastructure that can support the massive power needs of emerging AI technologies.
As the race to build smarter, faster, and greener AI computing systems intensifies, the TI-NVIDIA partnership is poised to be a game-changer, setting a new standard for energy-efficient data center design.
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