How to Choose PC Suppliers for AI PCs in 2026

The personal computer (PC) market in 2026 is undergoing a major transformation, driven by the rise of AI PCs and a massive hardware refresh cycle following the end-of-life for Windows 10. Gartner Mordorintelligence

Market Trends & Insights

Growth Momentum: Worldwide PC shipments grew 4% in Q1 2026, reaching 62.8 million units. Gartner The global market value is estimated at $515.12 billion. Thebusinessresearchcompany
The "AI PC" Era: Local AI acceleration (NPUs) is becoming standard, with AI-enabled PCs projected to capture 80% of the market by 2027. Mordorintelligence
Cost Pressures: Rising component costs (DRAM and NAND) are leading to "memflation," prompting vendors to front-load inventory. Gartner
Segment Shifts: Laptops dominate with 77.44% share, while the gaming sector is outperforming the general market with a 10.74% CAGR. Mordorintelligence

Competitive Landscape (Q1 2026 Share)

Lenovo: Leading with 26.5% share, driven by strong ThinkPad demand. Gartner
HP Inc.: Holds 19.3%, focusing on NPU-enabled enterprise models. Gartner
Apple: Showed significant 12.7% growth, reaching a 10.6% market share. Gartner

Supplier Identification

I have identified and categorized potential B2B suppliers for various PC segments, including specialized AI PC manufacturers and gaming desktop specialists. The attached files provide detailed company profiles, including certification status and product offerings.