CES 2026: This Lenovo Gaming Laptop Can Stretch From 16:9 to ‘ultrawide’ at the Touch of a Button.
Choosing a gaming monitor is a challenging task. Do you need a standard 16:9 aspect ratio monitor that takes up minimal desk space, or a larger ultrawide monitor with a 21:9 or even 32:9 aspect ratio that takes up more space but still allows for a larger gaming display? This is especially true for laptops, where ultrawide models are extremely rare and massive. Lenovo’s new concept, the Lenovo Legion Pro Rollable, unveiled at CES, aims to combine the best of both worlds.
Whether closed or open, the Legion Pro Rollable looks like any other gaming laptop. It’s a bit on the thick side, features RGB backlit keys, and a full numeric keypad, but otherwise offers nothing special. It also has a standard 16:9 aspect ratio. But with the push of a button, you can expand it to a 21:9 ultrawide display. While it’s not as impressive as the 32:9 screens used by the most discerning gamers, you can expand it to 24:9 if you wish.
This trick is made possible by a rollable OLED panel , which Lenovo has previously demonstrated and even released , but for laptops that slide vertically and aren’t designed for gamers. The conversion is quick and silent, and Windows doesn’t even need time to adjust to the new aspect ratio. It feels like you’re unrolling a scroll.
Overall, screen real estate can range from 16 inches in 16:9 (or “Focus”) mode to 21 inches in 21:9 (or “Tactical”) mode to 24 inches in 24:9 (or “Arena”) mode. Aspect ratio numbers don’t always correspond exactly to screen real estate measurements, but they’re still easy to follow.
Having the ability to use a 24-inch screen on the go can be a game-changer, and not just for gamers. I’m currently writing this article while traveling, which means I only have my laptop screen with me. I really miss having a second monitor at home, and being able to switch the screen to ultrawide mode would easily solve that problem. Plus, when it’s time to pack my laptop, I can simply shrink it down to a more standard size.
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The only significant drawbacks might be the weight and price. I don’t have exact measurements of its weight, but it feels no different from any other gaming laptop I’ve handled. It’s powerful, but not so powerful that it’s mind-blowing.
As for the price, that’s where it gets tricky. Since this is just a concept, there’s no pricing or availability information, as its release isn’t guaranteed. Lenovo claims the unit I saw is based on the top-of-the-line Lenovo Legion Pro 7i, which currently retails for around $3,000 .
That’s a hefty price tag, especially considering the retractable screen will likely add a couple hundred dollars to the price. However, I wouldn’t rely too much on the demo unit just yet—if it does go on sale, you’ll likely be able to customize it to your needs.
Personally, I’d probably be willing to pay $3,000 for this. Not only is it a truly unique solution in its field, but it also conveniently solves one of my main problems with laptops—the lack of dual-monitor support. This could even be useful for desktop gamers looking to transition to portable gaming—no more choosing which monitor to use.