Local AI on Windows
Perplexity brings its local AI agent software to Windows PCs with high-end NVIDIA hardware.
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Portable Computer became available for Windows on September 14, 2026, through the existing Perplexity Windows app; users can select a local model from the model dropdown and download it with one click. The feature is available to Pro and Max subscribers on individual and enterprise plans.
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The Windows version runs the model, agent harness, orchestrator and scheduler entirely on the device, distinguishing it from Perplexity’s earlier Personal Computer for Windows, which used cloud agents to work across local files, connected apps and the web.
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Perplexity’s examples include organizing open GitHub pull requests and flagging outdated documentation; reviewing brokerage statements and tax documents for recurring fees with findings tied to specific files and pages; and analyzing customer-signup data to identify drop-off points before sharing findings in Slack.
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The local-and-cloud workflow also incorporates Perplexity Computer’s built-in browser and proprietary SPACE sandbox, allowing users to combine on-device work with the agent’s existing tools in one application.
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NVIDIA said support for its DGX Station workstation is expected to arrive soon, adding another hardware platform beyond the currently supported Windows RTX PCs, RTX PRO Workstations, DGX Spark systems and Linux RTX PCs.
Perplexity rolled out its Portable Computer agent for Windows on September 14, 2026, letting users run AI tasks directly on Tom's HardwareNVIDIA GeForce RTX and RTX PRO machines with at least 24GB of memory. The local-first tool handles multistep work—like code reviews and financial analysis—without using Perplexity Computer credits or sending sensitive files to the cloud.
The Windows version runs the entire agent, model, and scheduler on your device The New Stack, making it faster and more private than earlier cloud-based options. For harder tasks or web searches, it can ask permission to use cloud models—keeping you in control of what stays local.
How the Local Agent Works on Your PC
The Portable Computer uses NVIDIA-optimized models like Qwen 3.8 27B to plan and complete tasks entirely on your machine Tom's Hardware. It connects to services including GitHub, Google Drive, Gmail, Slack, Outlook and OneDrive, letting you organize files and automate workflows without leaving your PC.
Users pick a local model from the Perplexity app's dropdown and download it in one click Gadget Pilipinas. The agent runs the model, harness, orchestrator and scheduler all on-device—unlike the earlier Personal Computer for Windows, which relied on cloud agents.
Real Tasks the Agent Can Handle Right Now
Perplexity showed three use cases: organizing GitHub pull requests and flagging outdated code; reviewing brokerage statements and tax files to find hidden recurring fees; and analyzing customer signup data to spot where users drop off Gadget Pilipinas. Each result ties findings to specific files and page numbers.
The agent can also share discoveries directly in Slack or send them to other apps Technobezz, combining on-device work with Perplexity's built-in browser and sandbox tools. This hybrid approach lets you keep sensitive data local while tapping cloud power for complex reasoning when needed.
Who Can Use It and What Hardware You Need
Portable Computer is available only to Pro and Max subscribers on individual and enterprise plans The New Stack. Your machine must have an NVIDIA GeForce RTX or RTX PRO GPU with at least 24GB of VRAM—a high-end requirement that limits the user base.
The agent currently works on Windows RTX PCs, RTX PRO Workstations, Linux RTX systems, and NVIDIA's DGX Spark platform Technobezz. Support for NVIDIA's DGX Station workstation is coming soon, expanding options for professional users.
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