In 2024, notebook PC unit shipments are expected to amount to 186.68 million, while detachable tablet shipments are set to reach 74.02 million. In total, personal computing device shipments globally are forecast to reach over 398 million in 2024.
Personal computing devices shipments worldwide from 2024 to 2028
(in million units)
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