GIGABYTE Shows Off New AI Laptops and GiMATE Interface Redesign at CES 2026
At CES 2026, GIGABYTE unveiled its expansion AI PC vision with a redesigned GiMATE interface and the new generation of AI gaming laptops. The new hardware consists of the flagship AORUS MASTER 16, the creator-making AERO X16, and the GAMING A18 PRO.
Upgraded GiMATE AI Ecosystem
The core of GIGABYTE's new lineup is the upgraded GiMATE AI agent, having been improved to better work with hardware and software. Enhancements consist of:
- AI Power Gear III: This enhances power-saving methods with direct MUX switching. It has an Auto Mode for disabling the GPU when on battery, an Optimus Mode for balanced performance, and Eco Mode for utmost power-saving.
- GiMATE Creator: Now carries Qwen-Image, a generative AI accommodating visual content creation with English and Chinese prompts.
- GiMATE Coder: Natural-language code generation and corrective tool for beginners as well as advanced developers.
New Laptop models for 2026
The new laptops from GIGABYTE are built on next-generation processors and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 50 Series Laptop GPUs, which bring in NVIDIA DLSS 4 and Studio support.
AORUS MASTER 16
The flagship model is engineered to achieve maximum performance inside a thin chassis.
- CPU: Up to AMD Ryzen™ 9 9955HX3D (16-cores, 32 threads). An option for AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX is also offered.
- GPU: Up to NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 5090 Laptop GPU. There are options for RTX 5080 and RTX 5070 Ti as well.
- Chassis: Ultra-thin 19mm design.
- Display: 16 inches OLED display with a resolution of 2560x1600 and a 240Hz refresh rate.
- Cooling: WINDFORCE Infinity EX thermal design with vapor chamber, rated for up to 230 Watts.
- Battery: 99Wh.
GIGABYTE AERO X16
This model is for creators and for users requiring on-device AI acceleration.
- CPU: AMD Ryzen™ AI 400 series processors (Ryzen AI 7 450, Ryzen AI 9 465, and Ryzen AI 9 HX 470 options).
- GPU: Up to NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 5070 Laptop GPU (RTX 5060 also available).
- Battery: 76Wh.
GIGABYTE GAMING A18 PRO
A balanced pick for some gamers and creators in a slim 20mm profile.
- CPU: Intel® Core™ 7 240H (10-core).
- GPU: NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 5080 or RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPU.
- Display: 18-inch IPS panel with 1600p resolution and 165Hz refresh rate.
- Battery: 76Wh.
Availability
GIGABYTE has assured that users will be able to pick configurations based on their budget and need. Official pricing and dates will be shared soon.
