Computex 2025 delivered a showcase of breakthrough hardware and smart design choices, with a clear shift toward AI-powered technology. While the event has long been known for next-gen CPUs and enthusiast builds, this year expanded the spotlight to ultra-light laptops, compact desktops, and forward-thinking PC components. From AMD’s Threadripper 9000 series to Acer’s dual-screen monitors and mini PCs running Copilot+, the show revealed what the near future of personal computing will look like. This list of standout products is based on coverage and selections originally compiled by PCMag.
Best Consumer Laptop: Acer Swift Edge 14 AI
Acer’s Swift Edge 14 AI stood out for its weight, power, and display. At just 2.18 lbs, it’s incredibly portable but doesn’t cut corners. You get up to an Intel Core Ultra 9, a 14-inch 3K OLED Gorilla Matte Pro screen, Thunderbolt Core, and military-grade build quality. It’s ideal for users who need performance and mobility without compromise.
Best Creator Laptop: ProArt P16 2025
Acer continues its winning streak with the ProArt P16. This content creation powerhouse features AMD’s Ryzen AI 9 CPU and up to an RTX 5070 GPU. Its 3.8K OLED display is PANTONE validated, ultra-bright, and backed by Nvidia Studio drivers. With 50 TOPs of AI performance, it’s tailor-made for rendering, video editing, and creative workloads.
Best Gaming Laptop: Predator Triton 14 AI
Acer’s Predator Triton 14 AI packs Intel’s Lunar Lake processors and an RTX 5070 into a 3.5 lb chassis. With an 1800p OLED display, Calman-verified color, and stealthy thermal design, this laptop is built for both play and production. It’s a top pick for gamers and creators seeking raw power in a compact design.
Best Gaming Desktop: Asus TUF Gaming T500
This mid-range desktop balances smart choices and compact design. By using a laptop-grade H-series Intel CPU and a full-size RTX 560 Ti GPU, Asus delivers affordability and performance. It’s efficient, upgradable, and great for gamers who want solid specs without bulky builds or inflated prices.
Best Mini Desktop: MSI QBN Nook AI Plus 2M
This mini PC is tiny, quiet, and powered by Lunar Lake chips with built-in NPU. It supports Microsoft’s Copilot+ AI features and includes a fingerprint-powered button. It’s perfect for smart home setups or compact workstations. MSI’s push into AI integration at this size sets a new bar.
Best Display: Acer PD243 YE (Computex 2025)
Acer’s dual-screen portable monitor stacks two 23.5” displays vertically in a clamshell. Ideal for multitasking, it folds neatly and connects via USB-C or HDMI. It’s a flexible display setup for mobile professionals and remote workers needing extra screen space on the go.
Best Keyboard: Corsair Makr 75
Corsair’s Makr 75 is for keyboard lovers who crave full customization. Switches, caps, cases, and even LCDs are swappable. With 8K polling and eight layers of dampening, it blends enthusiast design with premium function, nodding to the booming keyboard mod scene.
Best CPU: AMD Ryzen Threadripper 9000 Series
AMD’s return to high-end dominance continues with Threadripper 9000. With up to 5.4GHz boost and 350W TDP, these CPUs are built for power users, data scientists, and indie devs. Both Pro and non-Pro versions exist, and they’re optimized for AI and massive multitasking.
Best GPU: Radeon RX960 XT (Computex 2025)
The RX960 XT enters the market at a more affordable price than Nvidia’s 5060Ti, delivering solid 1080p/1440p gaming with 16GB of VRAM. With enhanced FSR support and better value, it stokes competition in a stagnant GPU pricing landscape.
Best PC Case: InWin Dite
A polished aluminum chassis with RGB-lit fans and high airflow, the Dite is a trimmed-down version of InWin’s premium Dubilee. It merges looks and function for builders who want performance and a sleek, speaker-like profile.
Best Power Product: Lian Li RS Series PSU
Lian Li’s RS series innovates on all fronts. Side-mounted modular connectors and a rotatable corner socket simplify cable management. A snap-on USB hub further boosts utility, especially for reverse-connector builds. It’s the most builder-friendly PSU at the show.
Best Cooler: Thermaltake Mine Cube 360 Ultra ARGB
This 360mm AIO cooler features four animated LCDs and supports customizable video playback across the displays. It’s built for visual flair and thermal performance, with full software control and a rotatable cube head for different orientations.
Best Motherboard: Gigabyte Z890 Aorus Tachyon Ice CAMM2
This overclocking-focused board introduces CAMM2 memory, offering a flatter profile and greater stability. With reduced wire length and fewer physical obstructions, it enables faster speeds and higher capacity RAM modules, aimed at performance-focused builders.
Best Prototype: MSI Panther Lake Laptops
MSI’s early showing of Panther Lake laptops impressed with sleeker form factors, redesigned keyboards, and business-focused convertible options. Featuring Intel’s next-gen chips, these laptops preview the AI-first experiences expected in 2026 and beyond.
