Gartner projects that AI-powered PCs will hit 114 million units in 2025, marking a massive 165.5% jump from 2024. These AI PCs, defined by their built-in neural processing units (NPUs), include models running on Windows, macOS, and Arm-based systems.

By 2024, shipments are expected to reach 43 million units, nearly double the 2023 total. Laptops lead the way, with AI-enabled models predicted to make up 51% of all laptop shipments by 2025, outpacing desktops.

Gartner forecasts AI PC shipments to reach 43 million units in 2024, a 99.8% increase from 2023.

AI PC Shipments, Worldwide, 2023-2025 (Thousands of Units)

With nearly half of all PCs integrating AI by 2025, what industries or activities do you think will benefit the most from this shift?