Omdia Estimates AI PC Penetration to Hit 60% by 2027, but Buyers Aren't Actually Buying Them for AI
Omdia predicts AI PC shipment share will rise from 33% in 2025 to 60% in 2027 and 79% in 2030, with institutions bullish on adoption; however, surveys show only 9% of respondents list AI features as their main reason for upgrading, while 62% cite machines slowing down, breaking down, or wanting a better model. 69% say they are willing to pay a premium to run AI locally, but when it comes to actually spending money, AI is not the key factor, creating a market contrast of hot supply and cold demand.