AI PCs — get the latest news and insights

Virtually every aspect of technology has been affected, and potentially improved, by artificial intelligence (AI). PCs are no exception. While the meaning of “AI PC” is still evolving, it generally refers to a computer specifically designed to excel at AI-powered tasks. These beefed-up computers typically feature: 

High-end CPUs and GPUs to handle the demanding computational requirements of AI applications such as AI assistants that automate tasks, schedule meetings, answer emails, and provide personalized recommendations and data analysis and visualization.

Dedicated AI accelerators like Neural Processing Units (NPUs). These specialized chips are optimized for AI tasks such as machine learning, deep learning, and natural language processing. 

Pre-installed AI-powered software such as AI assistants (like Microsoft Copilot), creative tools, and AI-enhanced productivity applications. 

Will AI PCs play a big role in 2025 and beyond?

As AI becomes more integrated into daily use, the demand for powerful computers capable of handling AI workloads will grow and provide new levels of productivity by automating tasks, generating creative content, and providing intelligent assistance.  AI PCs are also designed to improve the user experience with AI-powered features like voice assistants, intelligent search, and personalized recommendations to enhance the overall user experience.

According to Gartner data released in August, AI PCs will account for 31% of worldwide PC market by the end of the year. The research firm also shared these forecasts:

— AI PCs will be become the Nnorm by 2029— AI PC shipments will total 77 million in 2025— AI PCs market share will climb to 55% in 2026

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AI PCs to surge, claiming over half the market by 2026

August 28, 2025: Despite some market hurdles, AI PC adoption is taking hold, with about 143 million units expected to ship next year. according to Gartner research.

IT buyers are investing in AI PCs — with no clue how to use them

July 24, 2025: Eyeing the upcoming end of support for Windows 10 in October, many IT buyers are snapping up Windows 11 AI PCs despite having no clear understanding of how to use them in their infrastructures. “The use cases around AI PCs are not fully fleshed out just yet,” said Jitesh Ubrani, research manager at IDC. “Companies are struggling to figure out if AI PCs are worth the extra investment or not, especially when there’s a lot of AI that can be done in the cloud, as opposed to on the device itself.”

What is an AI PC? The power of artificial intelligence locally

May 1, 2025: Unlike traditional computers, an artificial intelligence PC, or AI PC, comes with AI capabilities built in by design. AI runs locally, right on the machine, allowing it to essentially learn, adapt, reason and problem-solve without having to connect to the cloud. 

Should you buy AI PCs for your workforce in 2025?

April 8, 2025: As generative AI continues to dominate technology news, the hype around AI PCs is growing. It’s easy to see the appeal of PCs powerful enough to handle genAI processing tasks.

Dell unveils AI PCs with Nvidia GPUs for AI model testing

March 18, 2025: New Dell PCs sport high-powered Nvidia GPUs designed to help workers test AI models before deployment. The new AI PC lineup includes laptops and desktops with Nvidia’s latest Blackwell Ultra and Blackwell GPUs, which provide the muscle needed to test compute-intensive AI models. AI PCs are designed to run generative AI tools and models more efficiently than standard PCs.

Just what the heck does an ‘AI PC’ do?

November 25, 2024: AI-optimized PCs have been announced by virtually every system maker and chip producer, but the functions AI PCs offer will vary depending on the hardware. And users face a learning curve trying to figure out the new features.

2025: The year of the AI PC

October 24, 2024: Forrester has tagged 2025 “the Year of the AI PC” — and if the number of recent product announcements is any indication, that’s likely to be the case. Gartner Research projects PC shipments will grow by 1.6% in 2024 and by 7.7% in 2025. The biggest growth driver will be due, not the arrival of not AI PCs, but to the need by many companies and users to refresh their computers and move toward Windows 11.

How soon will AI PCs replace traditional PCs in the enterprise?

Sept. 25, 2024: There’s much anticipation among enterprises and consumers alike for AI PCs, However, as with any new technology, it’s unclear when AI PCs will finally have their moment. Gartner forecasts that 43 million AI PCs will be shipped in 2024. IDC predicts even more — 57 million units — will be shipped in 2024. And by 2028, AI PCs will represent 92% of all PC shipments worldwide.

What does Qualcomm’s interest in buying Intel’s chip design business mean for the future of PCs?

Sept. 11, 2024: Qualcomm, Intel, AMD, and Apple have been in a fierce battle for domination of the chip market for AI PCs, which are touted as the future of computing. Further ramping up competition in this fiery landscape, Qualcomm has reportedly explored buying portions of Intel’s design business, most notably client PC design, as Intel looks to spin off units ahead of an upcoming board meeting, anonymous sources told Reuters.

Copilot+ AI PCs are finally here. You don’t want one — yet

July 9, 2024: The AI hype keeps on coming. The latest news is the arrival of an entirely new line of Windows computers, Copilot+ PCs, which are specifically designed with AI in mind. Microsoft claims they’ll dramatically speed up AI, offer new features unavailable to other PCs, and deliver improved battery life. The new machines point the way to the future of Windows and of AI.

Microsoft’s Copilot+ AI PCs: Still a privacy disaster waiting to happen

June 12, 2024: Many security pros say Microsoft is opening a Pandora’s Box with its AI-powered Copilot+ Windows PCs. Microsoft argues those new PCs, available as of June 18, will make it easy for users to find files and remember things you’ve done on your computer using the new Recall feature, which takes screenshots, stores them in a database, and uses AI to help you find and use whatever you want. Despite warnings by security pros, Microsoft claims rock-solid security is baked directly into the new feature.

Review: The M4 iPad Pro — an amazing AI PC

May 17, 2024: The M4 iPad Pro is designed to provide the best possible performance thanks to the M4 chip inside. Apple suggests it needed to use this processor because it wanted to make the iPad Pro thin and to drive the amazing display. The move to M4 also means you get a huge leap in processor performance (1.5x faster than the last model) and graphics (4x faster rendering). Deploying this chip means the iPad Pro with M4 could become the world’s ultimate AI-driven tablet.

Enterprises want AI PCs, just not yet

April 23, 2024: While the employee benefits of using an AI PC are intriguing, they may not be enough to convince IT buyers to go all in just yet. Despite the enthusiasm generated  by advanced AI-driven functionalities, enterprises are expected to adopt a more measured approach over the next year, according to Forrester.

Microsoft is holding back the ‘AI PC’ revolution

March 13, 2024: The PC industry has a big problem. And it’s not hardware makers’ fault — it’s Microsoft’s responsibility. The hardware is here: Intel, AMD, Nvidia, and PC makers have delivered on their end. Now, everyone is waiting for Microsoft to catch up and make Windows truly shine on these AI PCs. Can the company deliver something compelling in time?

Dell ramps up ‘AI PC’ plans with Latitude and Precision refresh

Feb. 27, 2024: Dell unveiled a range of new laptops and PCs featuring neural processing units (NPUs) designed to run AI workloads on-device for improved video call quality and better laptop battery life.  Dell is one of several hardware vendors looking to benefit from growing interest in AI PCs.

Before you buy a Windows 11 AI PC, read this

Jan. 17, 2024: AI PCs were everywhere at CES 2024, and companies like Intel, AMD, NVIDIA, and Qualcomm are all touting how great their hardware is at running AI tasks.  But since these “AI PCs are already on shelves and you can buy them before CES 2024, we need to cut through the hype and focus on what you’re getting for your money. They might one day deliver a lot of cool features — just not yet.”AI PCs — get the latest news and insights – ComputerworldRead More