AMD at CES 2026: Real-Time Updates from CEO Lisa Su's Keynote

Anticipated Focus on AI and Possible Ryzen Chip Launches

After NVIDIA and Intel's recent showcases, AMD is now in the limelight. The chip manufacturing giant is set to make its mark on Monday evening, potentially featuring new developments in AI as well as unveiling the latest Ryzen processors. During the inaugural keynote of CES 2026, Dr. Lisa Su, the CEO, is expected to outline AMD's unique contributions to the AI landscape and highlight offerings for both partners and consumers that rival companies might not match.

How to Watch the Live Keynote from AMD

Scheduled to speak from the Palazzo Ballroom at the Venetian, Dr. Su will begin her keynote on Monday, January 5, at 9:30 PM Eastern Time (6:30 PM Pacific Time). Viewers can watch the live broadcast on the CES YouTube channel, providing a first-hand glimpse of the announcements as they unfold.

Engadget will offer live updates through a real-time blog of the keynote.

Potential Announcements and Highlights from AMD

Although specific product details remain under wraps, AMD is likely to reveal insights into their artificial intelligence strategies, extending from cloud computing to enterprise solutions, and beyond to edge devices.

Also anticipated is the introduction of the newest Ryzen chip models, possibly starring the Ryzen 7 9850X3D, renowned for expected superior single-threaded performance compared to earlier models. Addition to the lineup could be the Ryzen 9000G, potentially utilizing the advanced Zen 5 architecture.

On the AI front, there is buzz about an update on AMD's FSR Redstone technology, an upscaling innovation projected to challenge NVIDIA's DLSS 4, initially announced last year at CES 2025.

Closing out CES's media day, Su's keynote follows presentations by key industry players, NVIDIA and Intel, where they too showcased chip innovation and AI strategies. The intertwined nature of these tech giants is underscored by OpenAI's substantial financial commitments to AMD, alongside NVIDIA's significant investments in OpenAI and Intel alike.