Acer has unveiled a concept mini-PC at IFA 2026, based on NVIDIA's RTX Spark chip, marking its first foray into devices using this advanced technology. The device, named the SFF RTX Spark, is designed for AI applications, local management of large language models, and is targeted at creators, AI developers, and gamers. Unlike traditional laptops, the SFF RTX Spark is a compact desktop-style unit, offering a space-efficient alternative for high-performance computing tasks. The SFF RTX Spark includes connectivity options similar to those found on NVIDIA's DGX Spark models. It features four USB-C ports, an HDMI output, and an Ethernet port, allowing for versatile connectivity. The power button is positioned to the left of the USB-C ports on the back of the chassis. However, Acer has not yet revealed the exact technical specifications, price, or availability of the device, stating that it is currently a concept and not yet ready for sale. The RTX Spark chip combines two key components: a CPU called "Grace," which includes 20 ARM cores, and a "Blackwell" graphics part with 6144 CUDA cores. This combination delivers 1 petaFLOP of computing power in FP4, a specialized format for AI calculations. The device can support up to 128 GB of unified memory, which allows for efficient handling of large datasets and complex AI models. Acer has not provided a price or a specific launch date for the SFF RTX Spark. However, according to a French press release from the company, the availability of Acer PCs equipped with RTX Spark technology will be announced at a later date. The concept highlights Acer's interest in the growing market for AI and high-performance computing devices, though it remains to be seen when or if the SFF RTX Spark will reach consumers.