CES 2026 News Coverage

Jan 6 - 9

CES is North America's largest and most important technology trade show, held every year in Las Vegas, Nevada. It brings together the tech world to debut new hardware, consumer electronics, AI breakthroughs, and next-generation technologies.

Just like every year, we're covering CES live from Las Vegas with our on-site team, backed by editors at home, to deliver the quickest and most comprehensive updates from the show floor.

On this page you can find all of our news coverage for the event.

MSI Launches the New PRO MAX Series

MSI introduces the new PRO MAX Series, a unified high-end platform shaped by Modernity, Acceleration, and eXperience for the evolving rhythm of everyday work. Guided by a consistent design language of color, hierarchy, and structure, PRO MAX keeps the focus on what matters most-the content itself. Performance is tuned for multitasking, image processing, data-driven workloads, and out of office collaboration, while an intuitive and predictable user experience ensures a smooth and uninterrupted flow across different work environments.

As work expands across shared, and hybrid settings, PRO MAX maintains continuity wherever work happens. The PRO MAX Series debuts with a complete product lineup spanning Monitor, Desktop PC, All-in-one PC, Motherboard, Power supply, Chassis and Liquid cooler-forming a fully integrated ecosystem for everyday work.

Phanteks Announces All New Matrix Lineup

Phanteks introduces the Matrix Series, a new era of PC design that blends intelligent LED displays, premium craftsmanship, and high-performance cooling. The lineup includes the Evolv X2 Matrix, XT View Matrix, and Matrix-600 Upgrade Kit, all powered by the Nexlinq App to deliver real-time system stats, animations, and lighting effects while using less than ~3% of CPU resources. Each widget displayed through Nexlinq is fully customizable, allowing users to personalize layout, content, and visuals rather than relying on fixed templates. The Matrix displays are integrated behind a high-quality fabric layer, offering a refined texture that softens and diffuses the LEDs for a premium, ambient glow.

EVOLV X2 MATRIX: FLAGSHIP DISPLAY AND PERFORMANCE
The Evolv X2 Matrix reimagines the desktop by placing a 900-LED matrix display behind soft fabric and floating glass, creating a warm, diffused canvas for lighting, system data, and custom animations. Its vertical cooling architecture directs airflow smoothly to both the GPU and the CPU while preserving a clean and minimalist interior layout. The combination of efficient thermal performance, premium materials, and dynamic visual expression turns the Evolv X2 Matrix into a high-end chassis that feels both functional and artistic.

YPlasma to Debut Noiseless Laptop Cooled with DBD Plasma Actuators at CES 2026

YPlasma, a pioneer in solid-state thermal management with operations in Newark, NJ and Spain, today announced its participation in CES Las Vegas 2026. Located at Eureka Park, Stand #60845, YPlasma will host the World Premiere of the first-ever application of Dielectric Barrier Discharge (DBD) plasma actuators for consumer electronics cooling—a revolutionary solution designed to replace mechanical fans and traditional ionic wind devices.

As electronics become thinner and AI-driven processing demands more power, traditional cooling methods are reaching their physical limits. YPlasma's solid-state technology addresses these challenges by using cold plasma to generate high-velocity "ionic wind" without a single moving part.

Fender Audio Debuts at CES 2026 With Elie Speakers and Mix Headphones

Fender Audio, a consumer electronics brand owned by Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC) and operated under license by Riffsound Pte. Ltd., makes its CES debut with the launch of two flagship products: the ELIE portable speaker series and MIX headphones. These releases mark Fender Audio's entry into the premium personal audio market with products designed for performance, versatility, and modern lifestyles.

ELIE Speakers
The ELIE (Extremely Loud Infinitely Expressive) portable Bluetooth speaker series combines elegant design with precision audio engineering to create a new benchmark in portable sound. Available in two models—E6 and E12—each unit integrates built-in subwoofers and a world-first Waves SOC implementation to deliver powerful, distortion-free sound across a wide dynamic range. Reinventing how DSPs (Digital Signal Processors) and SOCs (System on a Chip) are utilized in speaker design, the ELIE speakers deliver more power at a higher efficiency, yielding greater volume and acoustic clarity than other portable speakers in the same size and category.

ASUS Intros Pro WS B850M-ACE SE Motherboard with IPMI for Home and SMB Servers

ASUS introduced the Pro WS B850M-ACE SE, an AMD Socket AM5 motherboard in the microATX form-factor that's laid out like a server motherboard, but targets a range of consumers spanning from home and small-business servers, to workstations with storage-heavy loadouts. The board draws power from a combination of 24-pin ATX, and 8+4 pin EPS. It supports the entire range of consumer Ryzen and commercial Ryzen PRO desktop processors from the Ryzen 7000 and Ryzen 9000 series. It also supports EPYC 4005 series server processors in the AM5 package. The board also supports ECC DDR5 unbuffered memory, with support for up to 256 GB of dual-channel (4 sub-channel) DDR5-5600 memory.

Among its use case-specific features are IPMI, U.2, and PCIe Gen 4 MCIO NVMe interfaces. The IPMI is driven by an ASPEED AST2600 chip that includes ASUS Control Center Express IT management software. Storage options include two M.2-2280 slots each with PCI-Express 5.0 x4 wiring, a PCIe Gen 4 MCIO, a U.2 Gen 3, and four SATA 6 Gbps ports. There's also an internal microSD slot for software key storage. There are three wired LAN interfaces—a 10 GbE driven by a Realtek RTL8127 PHY, a 2.5 GbE driven by Intel i225 series controller, and a third 1 GbE interface for the IPMI controller. USB interfaces include two 10 Gbps USB-C ports on the rear panel, a 20 Gbps USB-C header, three 10 Gbps USB type-A, an internal type-A, and additional 5 Gbps ports via headers. Display outputs include HDMI and DisplayPort from the iGPU, and a D-Sub from the IPMI chip. The board is expected to be priced around the $400 mark.

Thermaltake Intros TH-S V3 ARGB Sync AIO CPU Coolers

Thermaltake today introduced the TH-S V3 ARGB Sync, a line of mid-range all-in-one, liquid CPU coolers. The cooler comes in black and white color trims, and in radiator size-based variants of 240 mm and 360 mm for each. These coolers are characterized by a simple segment LED display that puts out CPU temperature, usage average, clock speed, and power draw values. It pulls these values by interfacing with software over USB, which in turn gets them from ACPI.

The display is framed by an ARGB light strip that illuminates the CPU socket area. The included 120 mm fans come with ARGB lighting of their own. Both the CPU block and fan lighting is controlled using the same TT RGB Plus software that sends ACPI readings to the segment display. The pump-block comes with a speed range of 800 to 2,500 RPM. Meanwhile, the included 120 mm fans turn at speeds ranging between 500 and 2,500 RPM, pushing up to 85.29 CFM of airflow at 3.86 mm H₂O static pressure, and maximum noise output of 37.8 dBA. The company didn't reveal pricing or availability information.

GIGABYTE Releases Four New AMD Socket AM4 Motherboards

GIGABYTE just released four new AMD Socket AM4 motherboard models as gamers seek out older PC platforms supporting DDR4 memory that's available at more affordable prices. This aligns with our recent report that talks about how acute shortage of DDR5 memory is driving consumers to older platforms with DDR4, such as AMD Socket AM4, and Intel LGA1700. AMD has been releasing new Ryzen 5000 series processor models throughout these past few years even with the advent of the DDR5-exclusive Socket AM5, meanwhile, Intel's 12th Gen through 14th Gen Core desktop processors support DDR4, and there are motherboards based on Intel 600 series and 700 series chipset with DDR4 slots.

Among the motherboards released by GIGABYTE are the A520M H ARGB, the B550I AORUS Pro AX 1.4, B550M H ARGB, and A520I AC 1.5. These are all based on entry or midsegment chipset models. The A520M H ARGB comes with a single PCI-Express 3.0 x16 slot, HDMI display output, and supports all Socket AM4 processors out of the box. The B550I AORUS Pro AX 1.4 is a premium Mini-ITX board based on B550, with PCI-Express 4.0 x16, and a modern Wi-Fi 6E WLAN solution. The B550M H ARGB is essentially the same board as A520M H ARGB, but with B550 and PCI-Express Gen 4 for the PEG and M.2 slots. The A520I AC 1.5 is an interesting entry-level Mini-ITX board with Gen 3 PCIe and older Wi-Fi 5 (AC) WLAN.

Samsung Unveils the Freestyle+ Ahead of CES 2026, a Smart Portable Screen

Samsung Electronics today announced the global launch of The Freestyle+, its latest AI-powered portable projector designed to deliver a more flexible and personalized entertainment experience across a wide range of spaces. Unveiled ahead of CES 2026 in Las Vegas, The Freestyle+ builds on the distinctive design of the original Freestyle while introducing smarter AI capabilities, improved brightness and expanded entertainment features—allowing users to enjoy content more freely, with minimal setup or adjustment.

"The Freestyle+ reflects Samsung's vision to create displays that adapt naturally to how people live and move between spaces," said Hun Lee, Executive Vice President of the Visual Display Business at Samsung Electronics. "By combining true portability with intelligent AI that optimizes both the viewing environment and the content itself, The Freestyle+ makes it easier to enjoy a consistent, high-quality experience wherever you are."

LG Introduces 2026 LG gram Lineup Elevated by Aerominum

LG Electronics (LG) will unveil its 2026 LG gram lineup at CES 2026, extending the brand's decade-long leadership in ultra-portable laptops. The new lineup debuts an ultra-light Aerominum material for a more portable, durable and premium design. The new models also prioritize productivity with advanced dual AI capabilities, combining on-device intelligence with cloud-based AI for more flexible work and creativity on the go.

The LG gram's evolution as the ultra-portable laptop is accelerated by Aerominum, a composition developed by LG. This innovative material reduces the laptop's weight while reinforcing its structural strength. The resulting chassis is built for life on the move, offering improved scratch resistance, meeting military-grade standards and ensuring long-lasting resilience for everyday use. Aerominum's aeroplate structure and refined atelier brushing deliver a sleek metallic finish, elevating the design without adding bulk.

ADATA Pioneers New Era of AI Innovation at CES 2026

Global leader in memory modules and flash storage, ADATA Technology Co., Ltd. will present its latest breakthroughs at CES 2026, under the theme "Advancing Innovation." Marking its upcoming 25th anniversary, ADATA will showcase its latest innovations alongside its enterprise storage brand TRUSTA, industrial solutions leader ADATA Industrial, and gaming brand XPG.

The exhibition centers on three key zones: AI Innovation, Smart Living, and Gaming Lifestyle. The AI Innovation Zone showcases innovative hybrid storage and memory solutions, intelligent management software for edge computing, and Gen 5 SSDs for AI PCs, demonstrating significant achievements in AI integration. The Everyday Innovation Zone features the industry's first 4-RANK DDR5 CUDIMM memory, sustainable DDR5 memory, external SSDs equipped with USB4 and NFC technology, and embedded storage solutions. In the Gaming Lifestyle Zone, XPG will spotlight its innovative thermal solutions, establishing a high-performance gaming ecosystem with a comprehensive new product lineup. Simultaneously, an online exhibition will launch on January 6, inviting global audiences to witness groundbreaking AI innovations and smart application capabilities.

LG Reveals its Full CES 2026 Monitor Lineup

LG has put up a sneak peek of five new monitors that it will be showing at CES next week, of which three use different types of OLED displays, one is MiniLED and one isn't entirely clear. The company already showed three of the new models around Christmas, namely the 52-inch UltraGear EVO 52G930B, the 39-inch UltraGear EVO AI 39GX950B and the 27-inch UltraGear EVO AI 27GM950B. To this, the company has now added the 32-inch UltraGear OLED 32GX870B and 27GX790B 4th gen primary RGB tandem OLED monitors. The 32GX870B sports 32-inch 4K resolution, 240 Hz with panel with dual mode at 1080p 480 Hz, a 0.03 ms GtG response time, VESA DisplayHDR True Black 500 and 4K AI upscaling. It will have a DP 2.1, two HDMI 2.1 and a USB-C port, the latter with 90 W USB PD charging support.

The 27GX790B is as the model name suggests, a 27-inch display, this time with a 2560x1440p resolution and a 540 Hz refresh rate that can operate at 720 Hz at 720p resolution in dual-mode. It has a 0.02 ms GtG response time, VESA DisplayHDR True Black 500 and ClearMR 21000 certification and the same port configuration as the 32GX870B, although there's no mention of PD charging. Both models also support 99.5 percent of the DCI-P3 colour space. The 4th gen tandem OLED panels are said to bring enhanced brightness and colour accuracy, even in bright environments, so time will tell if these will be able to compete with more traditional LCD displays in bright rooms.

MSI Announces a Pair of New 32-inch 4K QD-OLED Gaming Monitors

MSI announced a significant update to its 32-inch 4K QD-OLED gaming monitor lineup, introducing two new models tailored to distinct gamer profiles. Both the MPG 322UR QD-OLED X24 and MAG 321UP QD-OLED X24 are anchored by the latest 5-layer Tandem OLED architecture with EL Gen 3 technology, setting a new benchmark for luminous efficiency and longevity in the 32-inch 4K lineup.

Advanced Technologies for Superior Visuals
Both models come equipped with MSI's latest display technology, comprehensively addressing gamers' extreme demands for visual quality and durability:

DarkArmor Film: This specialized film technology is designed to enhance light absorption and eliminate the distracting purple or reddish tints often visible on standard QD-OLEDs under ambient light. It boosts pure black levels by up to 40%, significantly improving contrast and delivering superior image performance. Furthermore, it upgrades the screen surface hardness from 2H to 3H, offering 2.5x better scratch resistance to effectively withstand daily wear and tear.

MSI Teases Return of RTX 5090 Lightning GPUs for CES 2026

Leaks have already predicted a stacked hardware launch line-up for CES 2026, with the likes of Lenovo planning a refreshed line-up of Legion gaming laptops, while HP is reportedly planning a slew of new high-refresh rate OLED gaming monitors for the show. Now, it seems as though MSI is joining the gaming hardware launch hype, with the brand teasing an updated line-up of flagship NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 GPUs. The teaser also references two additional new designs based on previously shown concepts, one liquid-cooled with dual 120 mm radiators and another air-cooled design that would use five Stormforce fans—two on the backplate and three in the traditional fan position.

The teaser for the return of the old MSI Lightning branded GPUs, last seen with the MSI NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 Ti Lightning Z, comes in the form of a weather forecast that predicts lightning for January 5. Not much else is known about the upcoming GPU series, although it will likely be a flagship GPU series and come with a matching price tag.

ASRock to Announce Expanded PC Lineup and Debut AIO Liquid Cooler at CES 2026

ASRock, a global leader in motherboards, graphics cards, gaming monitors, small form factor PCs, power supply units, and AIO liquid coolers, is set to impress tech enthusiasts worldwide at CES 2026 with its latest product lineup innovations. This year, ASRock will unveil an expanded lineup featuring cutting-edge motherboards, graphics cards, gaming monitors, compact systems, power supply series, and the debut of its all-in-one (AIO) liquid cooler solution.

This comprehensive product showcase highlights ASRock's continuous commitment to high performance and precision engineering. By combining innovative technology, reliable quality, and industry-leading design aesthetics, ASRock continues to shape the future of PC hardware, driving the industry forward with innovation that leads the flow.

LG Electronics Expands xboom by will.i.am Lineup

LG Electronics (LG) and global innovator will.i.am are introducing an expanded xboom lineup at CES 2026, building on the success of 2025 models such as Stage 301 and the original Bounce and Grab. Featuring stage-inspired speakers for parties and rugged designs for outdoor adventures, the new collection combines powerful sound with AI-driven personalization and versatile styling. This next chapter of the collaboration focuses on smarter interaction, extended battery life and designs that seamlessly fit into every lifestyle - transforming audio into a more connected, dynamic experience.

AI Features That Personalize Every Listening Moment
xboom by will.i.am speakers deliver a well-balanced signature sound with rich bass for a full yet comfortable listening experience. FYI.RAiDiO is now deeply integrated, enabling users to engage with ten AI Personas and DJs through two-way conversational interactions. With the dedicated MY Button or FYI.RAiDiO app, listeners receive real-time curation and location-aware personalization tailored to different contexts and moments.

ASUS Previews Next-Gen Zenbook DUO, First-Ever ProArt GoPro Laptop, and New AI PC Lineup Ahead of CES 2026

ASUS announced the upcoming Always Incredible virtual launch event at CES 2026, where the company will unveil the latest portfolio of AI PCs. Streaming globally on January 6, 2026, at 09:00 PST (17:00 GMT) via the ASUS event site, the showcase will demonstrate how ASUS's vision of Ubiquitous AI. Incredible Possibilities is shaping the future of intelligent computing and redefining user experiences across work, creativity, and daily life.

AI Designed for Real-World Impact
ASUS is committed to enhancing everyday life through AI. The company will unveil a comprehensive AI ecosystem designed to deliver intelligent assistance across its portfolio of Copilot+ PCs, lightweight laptops, and creator solutions. This is brought to life through two key initiatives: Everyday AI, which enhances daily convenience and connectivity, and Creator AI, which provides advanced tools to accelerate creative workflows.

Leak Tips 500 Hz HP HyperX Omen OLED Gaming Monitor for CES—Among Others

With CES 2026 just around the corner, leaks have started to pop up about hardware launches slated to appear at the annual show. Some of the latest leaks to come out of Windows Latest reveal HP's new line-up of HyperX Omen gaming products, which include a slew of new gaming monitors. The HP HyperX Omen gaming monitors will come in both 34-, 27-, and 24-inch variants, as the HyperX Omen OLED 34, Omen OLED 27qs and 27q, and Omen 24. The Omen OLED 34 is a 34-inch 21:9 ultra-wide OLED gaming monitor with a 360 Hz refresh rate and a VESA DisplayHDR True Black 500 certification—which suggests at least 500 nits of brightness. The Omen OLED 34 will also have "Professional-Grade Color Accuracy," although exact color space and coverage specifications, along with a specific display resolution, are not mentioned in the leak.

LG Display to Showcases Wide Line-up of World-first, Leading OLED Monitors at CES 2026

LG Display, the world's leading innovator of display technologies, is set to rewrite industry records once again at CES 2026, the world's largest IT and consumer electronics exhibition. During the Las Vegas show from January 6 to 9, LG Display will unveil a wide lineup of technologies and products that set new records among existing Gaming OLED panels, including the world's highest refresh rate of 720 Hz and response time of 0.02 ms, the world's first 39-inch 5K2K panel, and the world's first 240 Hz panel with an RGB stripe pixel structure.

A full showcase of Gaming OLED panels with overwhelming performance—world-first refresh rate, resolution, and pixel structure
LG Display is presenting a 27-inch Gaming OLED panel at CES 2026 that achieves a refresh rate of 720 Hz—the fastest among all Gaming OLED panels currently available. Refresh rate refers to the number of times per second a screen updates, so 720 Hz means the screen refreshes 720 times per second. LG Display is the first to achieve such an ultra-high refresh rate on an OLED panel.

HKC Corporation to Demo Three New High-end Gaming Monitors at CES 2026

HKC Corporation, a global leader in advanced display technologies, today announced its participation in CES 2026, taking place from January 6-9, 2026, at the Las Vegas Convention Center (LVCC). At Booth No. 30739, South Hall 1, HKC Corporation will present its latest innovations across professional creation, immersive gaming, and competitive esports.

Guided by "Powering the Next Era of Play & Creation," HKC Corporation drives display innovation in panels, backlights, and intelligent imaging, empowering creators and gamers while cementing its global tech leadership. At CES 2026, HKC Corporation will showcase a curated portfolio of products across its three core brands—HKC, KOORUI, and ANTGAMER—each designed to address distinct usage scenarios and performance demands.

GEEKOM Returns to CES 2026 with Premium Laptops and Next-Generation Mini PCs

GEEKOM will make its fourth consecutive appearance at CES 2026, taking place from January 6 to 9 at Booth 35025 in LVCC South Hall 2. As a leader in the Mini PC industry, GEEKOM is presenting its most focused product launch to date, marking a major expansion into premium laptops while continuing to advance its compact computing lineup.

The centerpiece of GEEKOM's CES 2026 showcase is the GeekBook X14 Pro, a laptop that sets a new benchmark for lightweight design. Weighing just 2.2 pounds and measuring only 0.23 inches at its thinnest point, the GeekBook X14 Pro is positioned as the world's lightest all-metal laptop. It features a 2.8K OLED display with a 120 Hz refresh rate, delivering sharp visuals, vivid colors, and smooth performance.

LG Innotek Unveils Next-Generation Under-Display Camera

LG Innotek announced its success in developing a 'Next-Generation Under-Display Camera Module (UDC)' installed behind a vehicle's instrument cluster to monitor the driver, with plans to unveil it at CES 2026. The UDC is a core component of the Driver Monitoring System (DMS), which integrates a camera and software within the vehicle to continuously monitor the driver. Mounted behind the vehicle's instrument cluster display, which serves as the dashboard, the UDC remains invisible to the driver and passengers while sensing and monitoring key status indicators such as drowsiness and attention level while on the road.

DMSs are gaining significant attention as essential safety devices to prevent careless driving, particularly as autonomous driving technologies advance. Europe now mandates DMSs in new vehicles from July 2026 under the General Safety Regulation, while the U.S., China, and Japan are considering similar requirements. The market is increasingly focusing on cameras as the core component of DMSs. The demand for invisible UDCs is thus surging, driven by the need for sophisticated, refined vehicle interior designs that prioritize seamless aesthetics, particularly in the premium and advanced autonomous vehicle segments. The invisible UDC is gaining popularity by alleviating drivers' psychological discomfort and privacy concerns associated with visible, protruding cameras in DMSs.

AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 and Ryzen 7 9850X3D are Real, Coming this CES?

AMD is preparing to refresh its Ryzen 9000 series "Zen 5" desktop processor lineup with two high-end chips targeting gamers and PC enthusiasts, the 8-core Ryzen 7 9850X3D, and the 16-core Ryzen 9 9950X3D2. The 9850X3D is a speed-bumped 9800X3D, while the 9950X3D2 comes with 3D V-Cache on both its 8-core chiplets, compared to the 9950X3D, which only has it on one of its chiplets. The Ryzen 7 9850X3D comes with a maximum turbo frequency of 5.60 GHz, a 400 MHz increase over the 9800X3D, along with a TDP of 120 W, which is expected to increase its single-thread performance by 5-7%.

The Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 is a different beast. It comes with a maximum boost frequency of 5.60 GHz, which is a 100 MHz reduction over the 5.70 GHz that the 9950X3D comes with, but both its chiplets have 3D V-Cache, allowing for more flexible scheduling and thread migration. With a combined L3 cache of 192 MB, this chip could also be vastly preferred by the workstation and creator crowd that's working on memory-intensive workloads. All this comes at a cost, though, with AMD rumored to increase TDP to 200 W, up from the 170 W of the 9950X3D, which could mean a PPT value nearing the 250 W-mark. Geekbench and PassMark numbers of the 9950X3D2 just surfaced on the web, which show the newer chip to be 2% faster than the 9950X3D despite the marginally lower clock speed, however, the real heft of this chip will be felt in memory/cache sensitive workloads.

Sapphire Intros NITRO+ Phantom Link Radeon RX 9070 XT and X870E Socket AM5 Motherboard

Sapphire launched its flagship graphics card and motherboard featuring PhantomLink discreet power delivery technology. The tech sees an ASUS BTF-like GC-HPWR power-delivery slot located along the plane of the main PCI-Express 5.0 x16 slot, which delivers power to the graphics card without you having to wrestle with a delicate 12V-2x6 cable on top of the card. But then there's a catch. The motherboard isn't designed on the philosophy of backside connectivity like ASUS BTF or MSI Project Zero or GIGABYTE Stealth, the connects are all still located along the obverse side of the PCB. There is a 600 W-capable 12V-2x6 input located next to the 24-pin ATX, which simply routes power to the GC-HPWR slot.

Launching today, are the Sapphire NITRO+ Radeon RX 9070 XT PhantomLink PE graphics card, and the NITRO+ X870EA PhantomLink Socket AM5 motherboard. Both products have an identical silver-white color scheme and NITRO+ design theme that pair well visually. The graphics card features an overclocked RX 9070 XT with similar specs to the regular NITRO+ RX 9070 XT from Sapphire. The motherboard comes in two color trims, white+silver and black+silver. It offers a premium CPU VRM solution, a heavy M.2 PCIe Gen 5 heatsink, reinforced PCI-Express 5.0 x16 slot, premium Wi-Fi 7 and onboard audio solutions, and USB4. Sapphire is expected to showcase this along with example builds at CES next week.

LG Display Unveils World's First 240Hz RGB Stripe OLED Panel

LG Display, the world's leading innovator of display technologies, announced today that it will debut the world's first 27-inch 4K OLED panel for monitors featuring an RGB stripe structure and a 240 Hz refresh rate at CES 2026, the world's largest IT and consumer electronics exhibition. The RGB stripe structure arranges the three primary color subpixels—red, green, and blue—in a straight line, significantly reducing visual distortions such as color bleeding and fringing, even at close viewing distances.

Although OLED panels using the RGB stripe method existed before, their maximum refresh rate reached around 60 Hz, making them unsuitable for use as gaming monitors. LG Display's new panel is the first in the world to achieve a 240 Hz refresh rate while maintaining an RGB stripe structure. It incorporates the company's specialized Dynamic Frequency & Resolution (DFR) technology, allowing users to directly switch between high-resolution (UHD 240 Hz) and high-refresh-rate (FHD 480 Hz) modes.

Lenovo Legion Gaming CES Line-Up Tips AMD Ryzen AI 400 Refresh

In our reviews of previous Lenovo Legion laptops, we've noted that they deliver a lot of bang for the buck, with devices like the Legion 5i being a great example. Now, it looks like Lenovo is planning to launch an update to its Legion gaming laptop series at CES in January 2026. Recent leaks from Windows Latest indicate that Lenovo is planning on launching AMD-powered Legion 5a and Legion 7a laptops, all of which will feature updated AMD Ryzen AI 400-series APUs and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop GPUs. Prior leaks about the AMD Ryzen 400 APUs revealed that the next-gen APUs will pack both Zen 5 and RDNA 3.5 tech, with the Ryzen 9 APUs featuring up to 12 cores, while the leaked Ryzen 7 variants both packed 8 cores.

The leak confirms Legion 7a laptops equipped with the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 470 and Ryzen AI 9 465 APUs, while the 5a laptops will come with either the Ryzen AI 9 465 or Ryzen 7 250. The Legion 7a and the Ryzen 400-series Legion 5a will lead the line-up with 16-inch, 2,560 × 1,600, 16:10 OLED displays topping out at 240 Hz (165 Hz for the Legion 5a) and 500 nits brightness. It seems as though only the Lenovo Legion 7a will feature NVIDIA G-SYNC, while the entire line-up will deliver 100% DCI-P3 coverage. All except for the Ryzen 7-powered Legion 5a will feature X-Rite calibration from the factory. The top-end Legion 7a will come with up to 64 GB of LPDDR5x RAM at 8533 MT/s, while the lower-end Legion laptops will have slower DDR5-5600 RAM and top out at 32 GB. All three laptops will seemingly also feature keyboards with 24-zone RGB and swappable keycaps, which is interesting for those interested in longevity and repairability.
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