Better Quantum Computing Stock: Nvidia vs. IonQ

Better Quantum Computing Stock: Nvidia vs. IonQ

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Publication Date: 2026-09-25 13:19:00

Key Points

  • Nvidia is still not heavily exposed to quantum computing, but its stock offers rapid growth and trades at a relatively low valuation.

  • Quantum computing pure play IonQ is a high-risk investment, and the company is far from profitable, but partnering with Nvidia could give it a competitive advantage.

On Wednesday, Nvidia (NASDAQ: NVDA) revealed that it has chosen IonQ‘s (NYSE: IONQ) Superion 256 system as the first quantum computer to be installed at the Nvidia Accelerated Quantum Research Center. IonQ is a pure-play quantum computing start-up, so this deal lends its systems legitimacy while helping Nvidia expand its footprint in the quantum computing space.

In light of this news, investors may wonder which of these two is the better quantum computing stock to invest in. The choice may come down to your personal investing tolerances. Here’s why.

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The case for Nvidia

It is hard to argue against owning Nvidia stock. As most investors know, the GPU maker dominates the rapidly growing AI accelerator industry, and its data center chips have almost single-handedly transformed it into a tech behemoth.

The company now holds about $99 billion in liquidity. With that, it has begun to leverage its…