CES 2026 in Las Vegas once again brought an enormous wave of new inventions and this year the emphasis on laptops couldn’t be any more intense. Manufacturers were not shy with their new creations. From AI, powered productivity machines to the latest gaming rigs and next, gen form factors, they pretty much had it all covered. Below is a rundown of the top 5 laptops revealed at CES 2026 that tech enthusiasts and buyers shouldn’t miss.
Laptops Revealed at CES 2026:-
| Samsung Galaxy Book6 Series | ASUS Zenbook Duo & Zenbook A16 | MSI Stealth 16 AI+ & Crosshair 16 Max HX | Acer Swift 16 AI | HP OmniBook Ultra 14 |
Samsung Galaxy Book 6 Series
Samsung introduced the next generation Galaxy Book 6 line of products, consisting of the Galaxy Book 6 Ultra, Galaxy Book 6 Pro, and standard Galaxy Book 6 series.
Why It’s a Top Pick
- First to feature Intel Core Ultra Series 3 processors Intels new 18A process platform laptops revealed at CES 2026.
- Creators and professionals get large performance jumps out of the CPU, GPU, and neural processing (AI) with the new chips.
- AMOLED displays up to 120 Hz with bright, vibrant panels perfect for content editing and multimedia.
The line-up is a great combination of power and portability with industry, leading on, device AI capabilities, which was a key theme at CES 2026.
ASUS Zenbook Duo & Zenbook A16
ASUS revamped its Zenbook lineup with several vibrant models concentrating on productivity and AI integration.
Zenbook Duo
- Dual, screen architecture with two 14, inch OLED displays, each capable of up to 144 Hz refresh rate.
- To the max, it is powered by Intel Core Ultra X9 Series 3 processors and Intel Arc graphics along with a 50 TOPS AI engine.
Zenbook A16
- A 16, inch 3K OLED display with Snapdragon X2 Elite Extreme, designed for productivity and whole day computing.
- A top, notch Ceraluminum chassis with a smudge, free coating and extended battery life.
These models are just right for creators and multitaskers who crave AI acceleration and bright displays in chic packages.
MSI Stealth 16 AI+ & Crosshair 16 Max HX
At CES 2026, MSI introduced revolutionary products in both the productivity and gaming fields through the redesign of laptops that run on Intel Core Ultra 200HX and RTX 50, series GPUs.
Stealth 16 AI+
- With a 90 Wh battery, a weight of less than 2 kg, and state of the art cooling, the device is thin and light.
- The latest Core Ultra 200HX CPUs and strong graphic configurations feature.
Crosshair 16 Max HX / Crosshair 16 HX
- Top tier gaming laptops capable of up to 200 W system power, QHD+ OLED displays, and an advanced Cooler Boost thermal design are equipped.
- The new MSI laptops revealed at CES 2026 are a perfect combination of raw power and contemporary style. They are excellent for gaming, content creation, and heavy multitasking.
Acer Swift 16 AI
Acer updated its Swift series with AI, first features, such as the Swift 16 AI, which is targeted at merging traditional productivity with intelligent AI tools.
Key Highlights
- 16, inch 3K OLED touchscreen with 120 Hz refresh rate.
- One of the world’s largest haptic touchpads, precision and stylus input optimized.
- Options up to Intel Core Ultra X9 388H processors and strong graphics.
The Swift 16 AI is a gadget for people who need creative and productivity tools, where AI is the assistant thus, a combination of work and fun.
HP OmniBook Ultra 14
HP’s standout CES 2026 launch was definitely the OmniBook Ultra 14, a super sleek notebook that really focused on AI performance and durability.
What Makes It Different
- Is the world’s first 85 TOPS Neural Processing Unit (NPU) for a consumer laptops revealed at CES 2026 can achieves super fast on device AI performance.
- Ultra, thin chassis with top tier specs that allow for either an Intel or a Qualcomm variant.
- Creators, professionals, and students are the ones for whom the device is made, who need AI multitasking power locally rather than just in the cloud.
The HP OmniBook Ultra is the ultraportable segment’s new level of AI power.
Bonus : Lenovo Rollable and Concept Design Innovations
Lenovo showcased a couple of intriguing rollable and flexible screen laptop concepts at CES 2026, which are essentially the next, gen laptop form factors with foldable and expandable displays. The company hasn’t fully finalized these as consumer products yet.
- Lenovo Legion Pro Rollable Concept a 16, inch screen can be expanded to a 24, inch ultrawide display.
- ThinkBook Plus Gen 7 Auto Twist a motorized rotating hinge for flexible screen use cases.
Such prototypes suggest a future where laptop screens can change their size and shape depending on the tasks, be it work or entertainment.
To conclude, AI acceleration, performance boosts, and daring hardware experiments pretty much summed up the laptops revealed at CES 2026. This year’s lineup has all kinds of users covered, from productivity, focused ultraportable to gaming powerhouses and future tech concepts.
The laptop unveilings at CES 2026 are a glimpse into the future of portable computing. The ASUS Zenbook Duo, MSIs Crosshair series, and HPs OmniBook Ultra 14 are just a few examples of what we can expect next.
Which CES 2026 laptop are you most excited about — productivity, gaming, AI acceleration, or future-tech form factors? Tell us in the comments! & Catch more CES 2026 insights on InsiderXP.
