AI-powered laptops are gaining momentum in the business world, but not without skepticism. 
Intel recently shared the results of a global survey it commissioned, targeting over 5,000 IT professionals and business leaders. The goal? To understand how AI PCs are being adopted and what obstacles stand in the way.
According to Intel’s findings, a whopping 87% of businesses worldwide are either already adopting AI PCs or plan to do so soon. Yet, there’s a catch. Many IT professionals still prefer AI tools with local processing capabilities-unlike the predominantly cloud-based tools available today.
One major hurdle is knowledge. Only 35% of employees truly grasp the benefits AI PCs could offer. In contrast, leadership is slightly more optimistic-about 51% of decision-makers recognize the potential of these next-gen devices.
Security is another sticking point. Among those who haven’t adopted AI PCs, 33% cite security risks as their top concern. Ironically, only 23% of current users actually report security issues, suggesting a gap between perception and reality.
Devices like the Asus ZenBook S 16 fall into the AI PC category, and broader adoption is expected to increase. Counterpoint Research reports a modest 8.4% year-over-year growth in PC shipments during Q2 2025. This uptick is fueled in part by the looming end of Windows 10 support, new AI-driven features, and international tariffs nudging upgrades.
Interestingly, many standard laptops now come with AI capabilities built in. So even users who aren’t actively seeking AI may end up with AI PCs by default. The market is also shifting toward affordability, with models powered by chips like the Snapdragon X Plus and Ryzen AI 5 330 aimed at more budget-conscious buyers.
Notably, Intel’s survey avoided specific branding like “Copilot+ PC,” choosing instead to use the broader term “AI PC.” Until recently, Copilot+ devices were mostly powered by Snapdragon processors. But since August 2024, Intel and AMD have also entered the Copilot+ arena with their own compatible chipsets.
AI PCs are clearly on the rise, but the road to mass adoption still needs better education and clearer messaging-especially around security and real-world benefits.