GIGABYTE Unveils AI TOP Utility for Enhanced Local AI Applications at CES 2026

In an era driven by the rapid advancements of artificial intelligence (AI), GIGABYTE has taken a significant step forward by introducing its AI TOP Utility at CES 2026. This innovative solution marks a pivotal transition from experimental AI to real-world applications, emphasizing the importance of local processing for sensitive data. GIGABYTE's AI TOP Utility is crafted to support reliable, local workflows that uphold data confidentiality and integrity.

At the exhibition, GIGABYTE showcased its three AI TOP systems: AI TOP ATOM, AI TOP 100, and AI TOP 500, highlighting their flexibility in adapting to local AI adoption. Each of these systems operates with GIGABYTE’s proprietary AI TOP Utility, enabling users to create and manage AI workflows leveraging data stored on-site. This local focus reduces reliance on cloud-based solutions, addressing concerns over latency and subscription costs.

One of the standout demonstrations at CES featured the Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) executed on the AI TOP ATOM. Traditionally, standard configurations prioritize raw token generation speed, but the uniquely equipped AI TOP ATOM boasts 128 GB of unified memory. This makes it particularly beneficial for RAG tasks that require processing massive contexts, showcasing how enterprise-level AI can thrive within a compact local setup. By utilizing AI TOP Utility, organizations can transform extensive research and development documents into a responsive and secure internal knowledge base — effectively creating a "private brain" for teams to access precise operational support without the data ever leaving their local server.

This local data management not only minimizes cloud latency but also eliminates ongoing subscription fees. The fully in-ground approach embodies the dual advantages of data sovereignty and real-time intelligence, allowing businesses to maintain stringent oversight over their data assets. Designed for practical implementation, GIGABYTE’s AI TOP systems ensure consistent workflows fit for both development and deployment environments.

The flagship AI TOP 500 TRX50 system is equipped with the formidable AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX, GeForce RTX 5090, and an impressive 768 GB of DDR5 memory. This hardware configuration empowers the execution of models with up to 405 billion parameters, guaranteeing performance and control. The integration of AI TOP Utility allows these systems to interact seamlessly within the NVIDIA ecosystem on Linux, enhancing compatibility with AI models and streamlining operational friction.

By prioritizing local AI execution and data control, GIGABYTE is illustrating how the AI TOP Utility transforms AI from a conceptual capability into a feasible tool that naturally integrates into daily workflows. For tech enthusiasts and industry professionals eager to see GIGABYTE’s AI TOP in action, the products are on display at the GIGABYTE product booth during CES 2026 at the Venetian Expo, Level 3, Lido 3005.

This launch not only represents a leap forward for GIGABYTE but also signals a greater trend towards local AI applications that respect data privacy while enhancing operational effectiveness. As AI technology progresses, the demand for innovations like the AI TOP Utility, which aligns with real-world business challenges, will only continue to grow.

For more information, visit the GIGABYTE website or the CES exhibition booth to explore how these systems can redefine AI capabilities in your organization.