Discrete GPUs were initially designed for use in video games and professional graphics applications, but they've now become the backbone of data centers that use them to process all sorts of computations,

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Triple-digit gains from these AI stocks should be more than enough to outperform Nvidia (NASDAQ: NVDA ). NVDA stock has “only” delivered 7% in gains over the past six months, and it no longer has the potential to print generational wealth.

Expectations are high as Nvidia prepares to report earnings on Feb. 26. Heavy planned spending on AI infrastructure by tech giants should benefit Nvidia for now, but it's unclear whether those investments will ever pay off.