5 Expectations for the PC/Laptop/Tablet Market in 2026

Discover the 5 Critical PC/Laptop/Tablet Market Trends Reshaping Semiconductors in 2026

AI, tariffs, and processor innovations—what’s next for client computing markets.

The client computing market is entering a pivotal transition as post-COVID refresh cycles conclude. With a cooling tablet segment and the end of PC upgrades, replacement cycles are expected to reach historically low levels by 2026.

In this live TechInsights webinar, our experts will outline five critical developments shaping the PC, laptop, and tablet markets, providing actionable insights for strategists, designers, and executives navigating this dynamic landscape.

Key Topics You’ll Learn

• Expansion of On-Device AI – Beyond integrated NPUs, discrete NPUs and GPUs will handle AI workloads alongside graphics processing.
• Tariff-Related Pricing Impacts – How higher U.S. tariffs could depress demand or force vendors and retailers to absorb margins.
• Mid-Market Opportunities – Vendors traditionally focused on high-end commercial and AI PCs may find untapped potential in underserved segments.
• Alternative Processor Architectures – Chinese OEMs adopting HiSilicon Kirin processors and testing RISC-V may influence market dynamics.
• Challenges to x86 Dominance – Arm processors from Qualcomm, Apple, and collaborations like NVIDIA-MediaTek could reshape the landscape.