AI PCs to Dominate Market in Next Few Years

AI-powered PCs are set to dominate the market in the coming years, driven by the increasing demand for AI capabilities across industries. With advancements in artificial intelligence, machine learning, and hardware efficiency, AI PCs are expected to revolutionize how we interact with technology, offering enhanced productivity, intelligent features, and seamless user experiences.

The floodgates have opened for PC manufacturers as the global demand for AI-powered personal computers surges. With artificial intelligence driving advancements in both hardware and software, PC makers are positioned to capitalize on this technological revolution.

The Indian PC market, which has seen slow growth in recent quarters, is now poised for a significant shift, with the total addressable market (TAM) expected to double over the next five years. A major driver of this growth will be the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into personal computing.

India’s PC market, including desktops, notebooks, and workstations, shipped 3.07 million units in the first quarter (Q1) of calendar year (CY) 2024, up 2.6 per cent year-on-year (Y-o-Y), according to data from the International Data Corporation (IDC).

With companies like Intel launching advanced AI processors, such as the Intel® Core™ Ultra 200V series, the groundwork has been laid for a new generation of computers that leverage AI for enhanced performance, power efficiency, and user personalization.

AI PCs use artificial intelligence to elevate productivity, creativity, gaming, entertainment, security and more. They house a neural processing unit (NPU), alongside a central processing unit (CPU) and graphics processing unit (GPU), to handle AI tasks locally and more efficiently.

HP expects at least 50 per cent of all PCs to be artificial intelligence (AI) devices in the next two-three years, said a senior executive. Having launched its range of Copilot Plus laptops for commercial and consumer segments recently. HP is betting big on its AI PCs. The launch comes after HP’s competitors, including Dell, Lenovo and Asus, have launched their own Copilot+ PCs earlier this month.

As the sales of AI PCs are expected to increase as this year’s refresh cycle kicks in. By next year, 10% of all PCs sold are expected to be AI-powered PCs, marking a significant shift in the industry. Within the next two to three years, this percentage is predicted to increase dramatically, reaching nearly 50%. 

Moving forward, this rapid adoption highlights the growing importance of AI in personal computing and reflects its integration into both consumer and enterprise markets.

Ms. S Mohini Ratna - Editor VARINDIA