Worldwide PC shipments rise 8.1% in Q3 2025 due to increased sales following the end of Windows 10 support.

Global PC Market Growth: Global PC shipments increased by 8.1% year-on-year in Q3 2025, driven by the impending end of support for Windows 10 and strategic inventory adjustments by vendors, marking a significant recovery in the market.

Leading Manufacturers: Lenovo maintained its position as the top PC maker with a 17.4% increase in shipments, while HP and Apple also saw substantial growth, indicating a consolidation among leading manufacturers in the PC market.

Transition to AI PCs: The shift away from Windows 10 is not only boosting current sales but also setting the stage for the rise of AI-powered PCs, with manufacturers preparing for future demand through new models equipped with AI capabilities.

Future Outlook: Analysts predict that the true boom of AI PCs will begin after 2026, as new AI-centric processors become widely available, with CES 2026 expected to showcase the next generation of computing technology.