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CES has always been where the future of technology steps onto the global stage and the proving ground for the next era of innovation. This year at CES, it was clear: AI has moved from concept to mainstream, and the Windows ecosystem is advancing the future of computing. Partners unveiled new generations of silicon processors, a wide array of AI PCs, and AI-powered experiences that highlight not just incremental progress, but meaningful innovation across the entire compute stack that supports how people work and live every day. Together, these announcements reflect the deep collaboration across the Windows ecosystem and how it’s accelerating industry-wide transformation, delivering greater performance, driving more efficiency, and offering new designs and form factors for every customer. Let’s take a look at a selection of the key announcements from our partners at CES 2026.Introducing new Windows 11 and Copilot+ PCs
Acer announced a series of Copilot+ PCs, including the Acer Swift 16 AI thin-and-light laptop and the Predator Helios Neo 16S AI gaming laptop, both powered by the latest Intel Core Ultra Series 3 processors. The Acer Swift 16 AI features the world’s largest[1] haptic touchpad, up to 120 Hz 3K OLED touch displays and larger keys with per-key backlighting in a sleek 14.9 mm thin chassis. The Predator Helios Neo 16S AI is equipped with up to a NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU housed in an 18.9 mm slim metal chassis, fusing durability with a premium aesthetic design. [caption id="attachment_180156" align="alignnone" width="1024"]
Acer Swift 16 AI[/caption]
ASUS introduced the Zenbook DUO - Multitaskers often juggle devices, monitors and dongles, which add complexity when working on the go. The ASUS Zenbook DUO solves this by integrating two 14-inch OLED touchscreens into a single, streamlined device. A built‑in kickstand and detachable Bluetooth keyboard enable laptop, dual‑screen, desktop and content‑sharing modes without extra hardware. Under its strong yet light Ceraluminum chassis, the upgraded 99Wh battery powers all‑day workflows, while an Intel Core Ultra processor with a 50 trillion operations per second (TOPS) NPU delivers raw AI processing power for on-device Copilot+ PC experiences, real time language translation, AI driven content creation and instant document insights, while maximizing privacy and uptime. A scratch‑ and smudge‑resistant coating preserves the signature Zenbook look, and bright, anti‑glare OLED panels deliver vivid visuals anywhere. The Zenbook DUO redefines what a dual‑screen laptop can be with unmatched AI acceleration.
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ASUS Zenbook DUO[/caption]
ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) is also proud to announce the launch of the all-new ROG Zephyrus Duo, the world’s first 16-inch dual-screen OLED gaming laptop. This Copilot+ PC is powered by the latest Intel Core Ultra Series 3 processor and paired with up to an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop GPU running at 135W TGP, enabling flagship gaming and content creation. The Zephyrus Duo offers five dedicated operation modes to enhance workflows. This ultra-premium machine is housed in a CNC-milled aluminum chassis with a stunning Stellar Grey color and comes complete with a detachable magnetic keyboard to keep users gaming and creating wherever life takes them.
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ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo[/caption]
Dell is revamping its XPS brand with redesigned XPS 14 and XPS 16 laptops, featuring sleek aluminum builds, stunning displays and industry-leading battery life, with plans to expand the lineup later this year, including the return of the XPS 13. Alienware introduces anti-glare OLED displays on its 16 Area-51 and Aurora 16X laptops, alongside new Intel processors. Alienware is also bringing new AMD processors to its Area-51 Desktop and is teasing an ultra-slim gaming laptop and an entry-level model to broaden its appeal. Dell also debuted two groundbreaking monitors: the UltraSharp 52 Thunderbolt Hub Monitor, the world’s first 52-inch 6K display, and the UltraSharp 32 4K QD-OLED Monitor, designed for professionals demanding top-tier performance and color accuracy.
“With our latest XPS and Alienware devices, we’re not just meeting expectations — we’re shattering them. The thinnest XPS laptops ever. Ultra-powerful Alienware systems with unmatched display experiences. These aren’t just devices; they’re tools for gamers, creators and professionals who demand more. Paired with Windows 11, our devices don’t just keep up — they push you to new heights of competing and creating.” — Kevin Terwilliger, Head of Product, Commercial, Consumer & Gaming PCs, Dell Technologies.
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Dell XPS[/caption]
HP announced Copilot+ PCs built for leaders shaping the future of work in the AI era, earning CES 2026 Innovation Award recognition for the HP EliteBook X G2 Series and the world’s first full AI PC built into a keyboard — the HP EliteBoard G1a Next Gen AI PC.[2]
The entire HP OmniBook lineup has been refreshed to help consumers work smarter, look sharper and lead better, adding OLED screen options and a range of new sizes and processors to power the work of everyday life. Ideal for forward-thinkers who demand pro-grade experiences on the go, the HP OmniBook Ultra 14 with Snapdragon X2 Elite delivers up to 85 TOPS NPU for concurrent AI apps[3],[4] in a design that blends performance and portability without compromise.
For at-home creators, theHP OmniStudio X 27 All-in-One (AIO) unleashes a new era of speed and multitasking with a next-gen Intel Core Ultra 7 processor[3],[5] and professional-grade viewing on the first Neo:LED AIO PC with dual 100% color coverage.[6]
The HyperX OMEN MAX 16 is the first gaming laptop introduced under HP's new HyperX gaming ecosystem, debuting as the world’s most powerful gaming laptop with fully internal cooling[7] for breakthrough performance optimized by OMEN AI.
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HP EliteBook X G2[/caption]
“HP’s Work Relationship Index shows expectations rising faster than fulfillment, and professionals are feeling that strain every day. The EliteBook X G2 Series uses AI to adapt to how people work, with security by default and ultra-light mobility, helping leaders stay effective wherever work happens.” — Guayente Sanmartin, Senior Vice President and Division President, Commercial Systems & Displays Solutions (HP Inc.)
Lenovo introduced several new Copilot+ PCs powered by Intel Core Ultra Series 3 processors, including the ThinkPad X9 15p Aura Edition and the thinnest, lightest, most powerful ThinkPad X1 Carbon ever, the ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 14 Aura Edition. They also unveiled innovations like the Lenovo ThinkBook Plus Gen 7 Auto Twist with an intelligent rotating hinge and the Yoga Pro 9i Aura Edition, which brings exceptional performance, premium display quality and enhanced creative capabilities, as well as a range of Legion gaming devices. Together, these devices showcase the strong partnership between Lenovo, Intel, AMD and Microsoft to deliver more powerful, elegant and AI forward Windows experiences. [caption id="attachment_180161" align="alignnone" width="1024"]
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 2-in-1[/caption]
Samsung’s Galaxy Book6 series are its most advanced AI ready PCs yet, powered by the latest Intel Core Ultra processors with integrated NPUs for fast, secure on-device AI. The lineup includes Galaxy Book6, Galaxy Book6 Pro and Galaxy Book6 Ultra, all featuring slimmer premium designs, long battery life and vibrant AMOLED displays. The Galaxy Book6 Ultra adds NVIDIA GeForce RTX graphics for accelerated creative and AI workloads, making it the most powerful device in the family. Enhanced cooling, WiFi 7 connectivity, built in ports and Samsung Knox security round out a portfolio designed for productivity, mobility and seamless multidevice control.
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Samsung Mobile Galaxy Book6[/caption]
Next generation silicon for AI PCs
AMD introduced its new Ryzen AI 400 Mobile Series, delivering top tier Copilot+ PC performance for gaming, content creation and productivity, alongside an expanded Ryzen AI Max 300 Series for AI developers and workstation-class workloads. AMD also announced additions to the Ryzen 9000 desktop lineup, offering leading performance for gamers and creators.
“The PC is being redefined by AI, and AMD is leading that transformation,” said Jack Huynh, senior vice president and general manager, AMD Computing and Graphics Group. “Across consumer, commercial and enthusiast systems, we’re delivering platforms that bring high-performance computing, leadership AI, immersive graphics and a growing software ecosystem that empowers developers and creators, so intelligence is built in, performance and efficiency scale seamlessly, and innovation extends to every form factor. Our full-stack approach is coming to life, enabling smarter, faster and more immersive experiences for users, today and tomorrow.”
Intel introduced its Intel Core Ultra Series 3 processors — the first compute platform built on Intel 18A — the most advanced semiconductor process ever developed and manufactured in the United States. Built for consumers, businesses and the edge, Series 3 processors redefine computing and offer enhanced performance, battery life and advanced graphics capabilities. Consumer laptop pre-orders are now available, with global system availability beginning Jan. 27 via OEM partners and retailers.
“Powering more than 200 designs from global OEM partners, Intel Core Ultra Series 3 will be the most broadly adopted and globally available AI PC platform Intel has ever delivered,” said Jim Johnson, senior vice president and general manager, Client Computing Group, Intel. “With Series 3, we are laser focused on improving power efficiency, adding more CPU performance, a bigger GPU in a class of its own, and more AI compute and app compatibility. This enables our partner ecosystem to build smarter, more efficient devices, and end users to gain next-gen AI enabled experiences anywhere.”
Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. launched the Snapdragon X2 Plus, marking an exciting milestone for the Windows ecosystem as it expands Copilot+ PCs across even more form factors. These devices are purpose built to unlock richer AI experiences with 80 TOPS NPU while delivering exceptional power and efficiency and longer battery life. With Snapdragon X2 Plus, X2 Elite and X2 Elite Extreme processors, our partners are introducing laptops that are sleek, thin and light, designed to bring leading performance efficiency and advanced NPU driven capabilities to a wider range of Windows users.
“Snapdragon X2 Elite strengthens our leadership in the PC industry, providing legendary leaps in performance, AI processing and battery life to enable the experiences that consumers deserve,” said Kedar Kondap, senior vice president and general manager, compute and gaming, Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. “We continue to push the boundaries of technological innovation, introduce breakthrough products that set new industry standards and redefine what’s possible for PCs.”