Jetson Orin Nano 2 doubles inference performance for robotics on the edge, says NVIDIA

NVIDIA introduced a new entry-level computer called Jetson Orin Nano 2 designed to run artificial intelligence models on edge devices like robots and drones, doubling the inference performance of its predecessor while consuming 40% less power in 15-watt mode. The device matters because recent AI models have become more efficient, allowing smaller and medium-sized models to match the accuracy of larger models from the previous year, making advanced AI capabilities practical for compact autonomous systems. The Jetson Orin Nano 2 can run large language models and vision language models optimized for edge inference, enabling developers to add frontier-level AI to robotics and physical AI applications. Companies like Wing, a delivery drone operator, and Matic Robots are already evaluating or using the device for real-world applications, and the module and developer kit will be available in the first half of 2027.