HP at CES 2026 — HP Reimagines the Desk for the Future of Work

Rhea-AI Summary

HP (NYSE: HPQ) unveiled the HP EliteBoard G1a Next Gen AI PC at CES 2026 — the world’s first full AI PC built into a keyboard — and the HP Series 7 Pro 4K Monitor. The EliteBoard is an ultra-compact Copilot+ AI PC with a 12 mm profile, 750g weight, optional battery, and an AMD Ryzen AI 300 Series processor delivering over 50 TOPS NPU for local AI workloads. It includes HP Smart Sense, AMD ASM, hardware-enforced HP Wolf Security for Business, and a tethered lockable cable. The Series 7 Pro adds professional factory-calibrated color, next-gen Neo:LED 4K display performance, IPS black tech, custom color profiles, and 140W Thunderbolt 4 single-cable connectivity. Both products are expected on HP.com in March; pricing to be announced.

News Market Reaction – HPQ

+2.26%

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+2.26% News Effect

On the day this news was published, HPQ gained 2.26%, reflecting a moderate positive market reaction.

Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.

Key Figures

Keyboard thickness: 12 mm Device weight: 750 g NPU performance: over 50 TOPS +3 more

6 metrics

Keyboard thickness 12 mm Ultra-thin HP EliteBoard G1a profile

Device weight 750 g EliteBoard G1a keyboard weight vs traditional notebook PCs

NPU performance over 50 TOPS EliteBoard G1a neural processing unit capability

Thunderbolt power 140W HP Series 7 Pro 4K Monitor Thunderbolt 4 connectivity

Data throughput 40 Gbps Thunderbolt 4 high-speed data and video processing

Workers satisfied 44% Workers who believe their technology fits their style of working

Market Reality Check

Price: $18.21 Vol: Volume 17,346,743 is 37% ...

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$18.21 Last Close

Volume Volume 17,346,743 is 37% above the 20-day average of 12,666,491, indicating elevated activity ahead of this launch news. normal

Technical Shares at $21.66 trade below the $25.94 200-day MA and sit 38.6% under the 52-week high, hovering just 2.12% above the 52-week low.

Peers on Argus

While HPQ fell 2.08%, key hardware peers also traded lower: PSTG -0.83%, SMCI -5...

While HPQ fell 2.08%, key hardware peers also traded lower: PSTG -0.83%, SMCI -5.08%, WDC -2.74%, STX -1.74%, and LOGI -1.33%, suggesting broader hardware softness even as HP announces new AI-centric desktop products.

Historical Context

5 past events · Latest: Nov 25 (Neutral)

Pattern 5 events

Date	Event	Sentiment	Move	Catalyst
Nov 25	Full-year results	Neutral	-0.3%	Fiscal 2025 revenue growth with EPS decline and cost-savings, restructuring plan.
Nov 18	Strategic partnership	Positive	-0.7%	Partnership integrating Aceso’s patient platform with HP | Poly devices.
Nov 04	Earnings call date	Neutral	+2.7%	Announcement of Q4 and full-year 2025 earnings webcast schedule.
Oct 14	Product launch	Positive	+4.3%	Launch of OMEN 16 laptop and OMEN 25 monitor with esports tie-ins.
Oct 02	AI product suite	Positive	-0.8%	Rollout of 14 AI-powered innovations for workspaces, IT, and printing.

Pattern Detected

Recent history shows several positive product and partnership announcements where near-term price reaction often diverged, particularly around AI and future-of-work launches.

Recent Company History

Over the last few months, HPQ has frequently highlighted AI-forward hardware and future-of-work solutions. On Oct 2, HP announced 14 new AI-powered offerings, yet shares fell modestly. Gaming-focused OMEN launches on Oct 14 drew a stronger positive reaction of 4.35%. A healthcare-focused collaboration with Aceso on Nov 18 and the broader fiscal 2025 results on Nov 25 saw limited or negative moves. Today’s CES AI desktop and monitor debut continues this strategy of AI-centric, workspace-focused innovation.

Market Pulse Summary

This announcement showcases HP’s strategy to embed AI directly into workspace hardware, with the Eli...

Analysis

This announcement showcases HP’s strategy to embed AI directly into workspace hardware, with the EliteBoard G1a keyboard PC and Series 7 Pro 4K monitor extending earlier AI and future-of-work initiatives from 2025. The news highlights continued investment in local AI performance, display innovation, and security. In evaluating this, investors may track how these launches influence revenue trends, margins, and adoption relative to peers in the Computer Hardware space over coming quarters.

Key Terms

copilot+ pc, epeat 2.0 gold, amd ryzen™ ai 300 series, hp wolf security for business, +2 more

6 terms

copilot+ pc technical

"Built directly into a sleek, ultra-compact keyboard, this Copilot+ PC and EPEAT 2.0 Gold"

An AI-enhanced personal computer branded as a "Copilot+ PC" pairs local and cloud-based artificial intelligence features with higher-end hardware to offer faster, more responsive assistant functions, on-device processing, and seamless integration with productivity tools. For investors, the label signals a product tier meant to drive higher device prices, ongoing software or service subscriptions, and differentiation in a crowded PC market—similar to how a premium car trim adds features that can raise both upfront and recurring revenue.

epeat 2.0 gold technical

"this Copilot+ PC and EPEAT 2.0 Gold Registered Product delivers uncompromising computing"

EPEAT 2.0 Gold is a high-level environmental certification for electronic products that indicates the device meets strict criteria for energy efficiency, reduced hazardous materials, recyclability, and longer useful life. For investors, it signals lower regulatory and disposal risk, potential preference in large institutional purchasing, and alignment with sustainability trends—much like a product carrying an energy-efficient or eco-label that can make it easier to sell to governments and eco-conscious customers.

amd ryzen™ ai 300 series technical

"powered by an AMD Ryzen™ AI 300 Series processor"

A family of computer processors that pairs traditional computing cores with a built-in AI accelerator to handle machine-learning tasks faster and more efficiently than standard chips. Investors care because these chips can enable new device features, improve performance without extra hardware, and help a maker win design deals or charge premium prices—similar to how adding a better camera can make a smartphone more desirable and boost sales and margins.

hp wolf security for business technical

"Protects AI workflows end-to-end with hardware-enforced HP Wolf Security for Business"

HP Wolf Security for Business is a commercial endpoint security platform that isolates risky computer activities—like opening email attachments or browsing the web—inside a separate, disposable “sandbox” so malware cannot reach the rest of a device. For investors, it matters because this kind of containment reduces the chance and cost of data breaches, helps companies meet regulatory and customer security expectations, and can protect the value of technology assets and operations.

thunderbolt™ 4 technical

"140W Thunderbolt™ 4 connectivity delivering 40Gbps high-speed data and video"

Thunderbolt™ 4 is a high-speed port standard that uses a small reversible connector to move large amounts of data, send video to external screens, and deliver power through a single cable—think of it as a multi-lane highway for files, displays and charging. For investors, its presence or absence on laptops and peripherals affects product appeal, accessory ecosystems and pricing power, so widespread adoption can influence sales and margins across device makers and component suppliers.

endpoint security technical

"supported by full endpoint security and protected with a tethered, lockable cable"

Endpoint security is the set of tools and practices that protect individual devices and servers—such as laptops, phones, and office computers—that connect to a company’s network, like putting locks and alarms on every door in a building. It matters to investors because weak endpoint protection can lead to data breaches, business interruptions, regulatory fines and damage to reputation, which can hurt revenue and stock value; conversely, strong endpoint security can reduce those risks and create market opportunities for security vendors.

AI-generated analysis. Not financial advice.

Powerful next-gen AI performance is unlocked with a unique keyboard PC form factor

News Highlights: 

• Reimagines the desktop with the company’s smallest and lightest AI PCⁱ, delivering local AI performance that moves wherever work happens
• Empowers personalized workstyles to increase resilience and productivity with a unique, keyboard-based form factor
• Protects AI workflows end-to-end with hardware-enforced HP Wolf Security for Businessⁱⁱ built to defend against emerging quantum threats
• Elevates visual precision with the world’s first Neo:LED desktop monitorⁱⁱⁱ so creation and collaboration flow seamlessly across devices
  

LAS VEGAS, Jan. 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, HP Inc. (NYSE: HPQ) unveiled the HP EliteBoard G1a Next Gen AI PC, a CES 2026 Innovation Award Honoree and the world’s first full AI PC built into a keyboard^iv — powering the future of work with a design that moves, connects, and adapts to any workspace. To complement this evolution of the desk, HP also introduced the newest HP Series 7 Pro 4K Monitor, pushing the boundaries for visual fidelity and flawless performance for the most demanding professional users.

“Work is being redesigned in real time—where it happens, how it happens, and what tools employees need to stay productive,” said Guayente Sanmartin, Senior Vice President and Division President, Commercial Systems & Displays Solutions at HP Inc. “HP’s focus is to remove the friction and complexity that slows people down and turn emerging AI into a real advantage. The HP EliteBoard G1a Next Gen AI PC does exactly that by delivering next-generation local AI power in a keyboard-sized form factor that moves at the speed of modern work.”

HP EliteBoard: Break Free from the Traditional Desk Experience

The HP 2025 Work Relationship Index reveals a growing disconnect between rising expectations and the tools people have to meet them, with only 44 percent of workers believing their technology fits their style of working.^v As work becomes more fluid and cross-functional, professionals need flexible setups and hardware that adapts to them. This shift is reshaping the desk itself into something modular, mobile, and personalized, creating demand for devices that can move seamlessly across workspaces without sacrificing performance.

The HP EliteBoard G1a Next-Gen AI PC reimagines what a desktop experience can be. Built directly into a sleek, ultra-compact keyboard, this Copilot+ PC and EPEAT 2.0 Gold Registered Product delivers uncompromising computing and next-gen AI performance—engineered to move, connect, and adapt to any workspace with ease.

• Work lighter, move faster, and stay focused with an ultra-thin 12 mm profile that reclaims the desk as a minimalist, clutter-free workspace. Dual mics and speakers are packaged in a sleek keyboard that weighs less than half the weight of a traditional notebook PC at 750g and easily connects to any size display.
• Accelerate AI-assisted productivity with the smartest keyboard on earth^vi delivering over 50 TOPS NPU^vii to keep next-gen workloads responsive, lag-free, and ready to go wherever work happens, powered by an AMD Ryzen™ AI 300 Series processor. ^viii
• Shape your ideal workspace anywhere with HP Smart Sense,^ix AMD’s Auto State Management (ASM), and an optional built-in battery^x  to dynamically adapt performance, cooling, and battery optimization for a smoother experience. The freedom of the EliteBoard’s unique form factor with desktop-level flexibility and best-in-class typing empowers professionals to truly personalize their setup.
• Safeguard sensitive data and AI workflows with HP Wolf Security for Business,ⁱⁱ creating a hardware-enforced defense against firmware attacks and quantum threats—supported by full endpoint security and protected with a tethered, lockable cable.
  

HP Series 7 Pro 4K Monitor: A New Visual Hub for the Future of Work

The way work happens is shifting beyond a single screen just as much as it is shifting beyond a single desk. While the HP EliteBoard G1a delivers a new kind of flexibility at the desk, the HP Series 7 Pro 4K Monitor unlocks the visual canvas for that work—bringing the fidelity, consistency, and seamless multi-device flow modern workers now expect. Display technology innovation is no longer limited to phones and living room TVs; the next generation of visual performance now arrives at the desk.

• Bring work to life with cutting-edge IPS black performance^xi and brilliant next-gen Neo:LED display technology in 4K^xii for immersive creative flow.
• Work confidently with professional-grade factory calibrated color accuracy and custom user color profiles^xiii tailored to your workflow.
• Drive uninterrupted creation and collaboration with powerful 140W Thunderbolt™ 4^xiv connectivity delivering 40Gbps high-speed data and video processing for seamless, single-cable performance.
  

Pricing and Availability^xv

• The HP EliteBoard G1a Next Gen AI PC is expected to be available on HP.com in March. Pricing will be provided closer to availability.
• The HP Series 7 Pro 4K Monitor is expected to be available on HP.com in March. Pricing will be provided closer to availability.
  

For more information about HP at CES 2026 and additional HP news at the show, please visit the HP Press Center or HP.com. If you are a member of the press, a registered CES attendee, and interested in meeting with HP in person, contact mediarelations@hp.com to schedule a media tour.

About HP
HP Inc. (NYSE:HPQ) is a global technology leader redefining the Future of Work. Operating in more than 180 countries, HP delivers innovative and AI-powered devices, software, services and subscriptions that drive business growth and professional fulfillment. For more information, please visit: HP.com.
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ⁱ Based on HP’s internal comparison of all HP PCs with integrated AI acceleration (NPU ≥ 40 TOPS) as of product release date. “Smallest and Lightest” refers to the HP EliteBoard G1a weighing approximately 0.75 kg and occupying a keyboard-sized footprint, making it the most compact AI-capable PC HP has produced. Claim substantiated by HP’s product specifications and historical portfolio data.
ⁱⁱ HP Wolf Security for Business requires Windows 10 and higher, includes various HP security features and is available on HP Pro, Elite, Workstation, and RPOS products. See product details for included security features and OS requirements.
ⁱⁱⁱ Based on panel manufacturer verification and HP’s internal analysis of 31.5” monitors with Neo:LED panel technology as of August 2025. All performance specifications represent the typical specifications provided by HP's component manufacturers; actual performance may vary, either higher or lower.
^iv Based on HP’s analysis of commercially available desktop-class PCs with integrated AI acceleration (NPU ≥ 40 TOPS) and full PC components embedded within a keyboard chassis, as of January 2026. “World’s First” refers to the HP Elite G1a keyboard being the only device to combine a high-performance NPU, enterprise-grade CPU, memory, storage, and I/O ports within a standalone keyboard form factor. AI keyboard PC is defined as a fully functional personal computer integrated within a keyboard chassis, featuring an operating system, storage, CPU, and dedicated AI acceleration hardware (e.g., NPU or AI-optimized chipset).
^v HP 2025 Work Relationship Index.
^vi Based on HP’s internal comparison of keyboard-integrated computing devices available as of product release January 2026. No other keyboard PC offers equivalent AI performance, enterprise-grade security, and collaboration features. Based on technical specifications and competitive analysis. “Smartest” refers to the integration of advanced AI capabilities, including up to 50 TOPS of on-device neural processing, Copilot+ PC certification, and real-time AI collaboration features.
^vii Features and software that require a NPU may require software purchase, subscription or enablement by a software or platform provider, and third party software may have specific configuration or compatibility requirements. Potential NPU inferencing performance varies by use, configuration, and other factors.
^viii Multi-core is designed to improve performance of certain software products. Not all customers or software applications will necessarily benefit from use of this technology. Performance and clock frequency will vary depending on application workload and your hardware and software configurations. AMD’s numbering is not a measurement of clock speed. 
^ix Smart Sense requires the HP app and Windows 11 OS. Features may vary by platform.
^x Optional feature that must be configured at the time of purchase.
^xi All performance specifications represent the typical specifications provided by HP's component manufacturers; actual performance may vary, either higher or lower. Cutting-edge referring to a 2,700:1 contrast ratio—twice that of a traditional IPS that enable deeper colors, darker shadows and brighter highlights with ultra-wide viewing angles
^xii 4K content required to view in 4K resolution.
^xiii Requires external colorimeter or spectrometer via USB-C^® and HP Display Center. Host PC requires Windows 10 or higher or MacOS 12 or higher. HP Display Center for Windows is available on the Microsoft store. For Windows and MacOS, available on support.hp.com.
^xiv For full Thunderbolt™ 4 functionality, host PC must support Thunderbolt™ 4.
^xv Pricing and availability subject to change without notice.

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FAQ

What is the HP EliteBoard G1a and how does it differ from a traditional PC (HPQ)?

The EliteBoard G1a is a full AI PC built into a keyboard with a 12 mm profile, 750g weight, optional battery, and an AMD Ryzen AI 300 Series processor delivering over 50 TOPS NPU for local AI workloads.

When will the HP EliteBoard G1a and HP Series 7 Pro 4K Monitor be available for purchase (HPQ)?

Both products are expected to be available on HP.com in March 2026; pricing will be provided closer to availability.

What security features protect AI workflows on the HP EliteBoard G1a (HPQ)?

The EliteBoard includes hardware-enforced HP Wolf Security for Business, full endpoint protections, and a tethered lockable cable to defend firmware and emerging threats.

What display and connectivity features does the HP Series 7 Pro 4K Monitor offer (HPQ)?

The Series 7 Pro offers next-gen Neo:LED 4K with IPS black performance, factory-calibrated color, custom profiles, and 140W Thunderbolt 4 single-cable 40Gbps data and video.

What AI performance can users expect from the EliteBoard G1a (HPQ)?

HP highlights over 50 TOPS NPU performance powered by an AMD Ryzen AI 300 Series processor for responsive local AI-assisted workflows.

Will the EliteBoard G1a support mobile or multi-display setups for professionals (HPQ)?

Yes; the EliteBoard is designed as a mobile, keyboard-based form factor that connects to any size display and supports multi-device workflows via HP Smart Sense and AMD ASM.