CES 2026 AI Chips Explode in Popularity Top 10 Product Selections
At the CES exhibition held in Las Vegas in early January 2026, AI chips, systems and smart hardware took center stage. Global tech giants showcased a full spectrum of products, ranging from data center-grade AI platforms and AI SoCs for PCs and edge devices to smart projectors and more. Below is a curated list of the top 10 noteworthy AI chips and related products, including detailed specifications and market outlooks.
1. Apple M5 Series
Launcher: Apple
Category: AI Data Center-grade Platform
Core Specifications: Architecture: Up to 10-core CPU (6 Efficiency Cores, up to 4 Performance Cores); each GPU core integrates a neural network accelerator (independent neural computing block)
Product Features: Delivers approximately 15% higher multi-threaded performance (compared to the previous M4 generation), enhanced high single-core performance, ideal for complex computing and multi-tasking. It balances daily efficiency with professional-grade task performance, boosting overall response speed and performance density.
2. AMD Instinct MI440X & MI430X Accelerators
Launcher: AMD
Category: AI Data Center GPU
Key Specifications:
- MI440X: Optimized for enterprise-grade AI inference and training
- MI430X: Supports high-precision hybrid workloads (scientific research, HPC)
- Mi500 Series Teaser: Targets a performance boost of up to 1000x compared to the Mi300X
Application Scenarios: AI inference servers, large-scale model training, scientific research HPCHighlights: AMD’s "Helios" yotta-scale architecture, combined with EPYC processors and Instinct accelerators, enables billions of parameter training efficiency on a single server.
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3. AMD Ryzen AI 400 & Ryzen AI Max+ Series Processors
Launcher: AMD
Category: AI Edge Device CPU + NPU Platform
Key Specification Highlights:
- Up to 60 TOPS NPU performance
- Supports local AI inference and Copilot+ experience
- 128B parameter model support (Max+ models)
Application Scenarios: Thin-and-light laptops, AI development workstations, content creation devicesSpecial Product: Ryzen AI Halo development platform, capable of running 200B-scale models locally on desktops.
4. MediaTek Filogic 8000 Wi-Fi 8 SoC Series
Launcher: MediaTek
Chip Series: Filogic 8000 Family
Specifications & Features:
- Supports the latest Wi-Fi 8 (802.11bn) standard
- Optimized for real-time AI performance and low-latency communication
- Improved connection reliability and performance in congested environments
Application Scenarios: Smart home routers, AIoT device networking, high-speed wireless accessHighlights: MediaTek made a strong push for Wi-Fi 8 technology at CES 2026, paving the way for AI interaction and edge intelligence on future devices.
5. Qualcomm Snapdragon X2 Plus AI Platform
Launcher: Qualcomm
Category: AI Processor for Laptops and Portable PCs
Specifications:
- Built-in 80 TOPS NPU
- Enhanced AI performance, battery life and energy efficiency ratio
- Offers 6-core and 10-core configuration options
Application Scenarios: Windows Copilot+ AI PCs, thin-and-light laptops, creative workstationsHighlights: As a mid-range AI PC SoC, the X2 Plus is positioned for high-performance local AI inference and multi-tasking.
6. Epson + MediaTek Smart Projector SoC
Launcher: Epson (equipped with MediaTek Smart SoC)
Core Features: Integrates Google TV and Gemini AI functions, enabling natural language interaction and AI recommendation capabilities.
Application Scenarios: Home entertainment, AI interactive projection experience
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