Are AI PCs and NPUs Worth Paying For in 2026? Copilot+ PCs Explained

AI PC and NPU explained: are Copilot+ PCs worth it in 2026

Every new laptop now says AI PC, but what does an NPU actually do, and is it worth paying extra? We explain NPUs vs CPUs and GPUs, what TOPS really means, the Copilot+ features you get, how Snapdragon, Intel and AMD compare, Recall and privacy, and honest advice for laptops and desktops.