7 Windows laptops that caught us by surprise at CES 2026 - including this trackpad beast

A CES 2026 laptop roundup highlights seven standout models: the ultralight **LG Gram Pro 17** with Aeronium, the **Dell XPS 14** (editor’s best pick) featuring an InfiniteEdge OLED and long battery life, **Acer Swift 16 AI** with an oversized haptic trackpad and stylus support, **Alienware 16 Area-51** gaming rig with high-end Intel/Nvidia options and advanced cooling, **MSI Prestige 14 AI+** ultrathin productivity laptop with OLED and Core Ultra X9, **Lenovo ThinkBook Plus Gen 7 Auto Twist** with a motorized dual-rotation hinge, and the dual 14-inch OLED **Asus ZenBook Duo** with a detachable keyboard. None are yet available for purchase; selections were based on display quality, hardware upgrades, and distinctive features.