At CES 2026, AMD unveiled its latest generation of mobile and desktop processors designed to make artificial intelligence a practical, everyday benefit for consumers. With new Ryzen AI 400 Series, Ryzen AI Max Plus processors, and Ryzen AI PRO 400 Series platforms, AMD is expanding AI-powered computing across more laptops and desktops, improving performance, battery life, gaming, and security for home and business users alike.
AI Becomes a Core Part of the PC Experience
AMD’s newest processors are built around the idea that AI should work locally on the device, delivering faster responses, better privacy, and lower power consumption. By integrating advanced neural processing units alongside powerful CPU and GPU cores, AMD enables real-time AI features without relying constantly on the cloud.
For consumers, this means PCs that feel more responsive and intelligent. Everyday tasks such as video calls, photo editing, content creation, and productivity apps benefit from on-device AI acceleration that runs quietly in the background while conserving battery life.
Ryzen AI 400 Series Elevates Copilot Plus PCs
The AMD Ryzen AI 400 Series is designed for Copilot Plus PCs, bringing next-generation AI features to thin-and-light laptops and desktops. Built on the Zen 5 architecture and powered by second-generation XDNA 2 NPUs, these processors deliver up to 60 TOPS of AI compute, exceeding the requirements for advanced Windows AI experiences.
With up to 12 CPU cores and integrated Radeon 800M Series graphics, consumers get a smooth balance of speed and efficiency. The result is faster multitasking, smarter AI-assisted workflows, and multi-day battery life in supported systems, making these PCs ideal for students, creators, and everyday users who want performance without constant charging.
Premium AI Performance for Creators and Power Users
For users who demand even more local AI power, AMD introduced Ryzen AI Max Plus processors for premium ultra-thin notebooks and small form-factor desktops. These platforms are designed to handle advanced on-device AI models, high-end content creation, and immersive gaming while maintaining compact designs.
By enabling powerful local inference, these systems allow creators to work with AI-enhanced video, images, and audio faster and more securely, without sending sensitive data to the cloud.
Better Gaming With AI-Enhanced Graphics
AMD also highlighted major AI benefits for gamers. The new Ryzen 7 9850X3D builds on AMD’s gaming leadership with higher boost clocks that deliver even better frame rates in the latest titles.
On the graphics side, AMD introduced FSR Redstone, which uses machine learning for frame generation and upscaling in modern AAA games. For consumers, this translates into smoother gameplay, higher visual quality, and better performance on existing hardware, extending the life and value of their gaming PCs.
Smarter, Safer PCs for Work and Home
For professionals and hybrid workers, the Ryzen AI PRO 400 Series brings the same AI-powered experiences to business laptops, combined with AMD PRO Technologies. These processors offer advanced security, enterprise-grade manageability, and long-term platform stability.
Consumers benefit from built-in protections and consistent performance, while IT teams gain easier fleet management and reliability. This ensures business users enjoy the same intelligent features found on consumer AI PCs, without compromising security or support.
Simplifying AI for Everyday Users and Developers
AMD is also making AI easier to access through software. ROCm 7.2 support across the Ryzen AI 400 Series and new AI bundle features in AMD Software Adrenalin Edition help streamline AI setup and usage.
With the launch of Ryzen AI Halo, AMD’s first branded AI developer platform, the company is encouraging broader innovation that ultimately benefits consumers through richer apps, smarter tools, and more optimized AI experiences on future PCs.
Availability Across Leading PC Brands
Systems powered by AMD Ryzen AI 400 Series and Ryzen AI PRO 400 Series processors will be available starting in the first quarter of 2026 from major PC makers including Acer, ASUS, Dell, HP, GIGABYTE, and Lenovo. Desktop systems featuring Ryzen AI 400 Series processors are expected to arrive in the second quarter of 2026.
AI That Delivers Real Consumer Value
With its CES 2026 announcements, AMD is pushing AI PCs from early adoption into the mainstream. By focusing on local AI acceleration, strong performance, energy efficiency, and broad OEM availability, AMD is enabling consumers to experience smarter, faster, and more immersive computing across work, play, and creativity.
RAJANI BABURAJAN
