Snapdragon X chip targets $600 Copilot+ PCs

Qualcomm's new Snapdragon X chip finds a home in refreshed Vivobook Copilot+ PCs from ASUS
ASUS announced a bunch of new Copilot+ PCs at CES 2025, returning to Qualcomm's Snapdragon X hardware after a run of Intel-based models. Here's what you need to know.
Snapdragon X chip unveiled at CES 2025 for more affordable Copilot+ laptops and even mini PCs — what we know so far
The new CPU is set to arrive on a new range of Copilot+ PCs in early 2025, with Acer, ASUS, Dell Technologies, HP and Lenovo on board. Not only is it aimed at budget laptops, but it will also deliver the world’s first mini desktop PCs powered by Snapdragon X chips.
Qualcomm reveals Snapdragon X chip for AI PCs, new desktop system at CES 2025
Qualcomm is lining up the Snapdragon X against Intel’s ( INTC) Core 5 120U processor, which is also used to power mid-range PCs. Overall, the company says its Snapdragon X offers better performance per watt than the competing Intel chip and is better suited for AI tasks.
Qualcomm's Snapdragon X chip will power more affordable Copilot+ PCs
Qualcomm has launched a new platform that will put Copilot+ PCs in reach of more people. Snapdragon X, the latest addition the brand's Snapdragon X Series that also include the X Elite and the X Plus,
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Qualcomm Incorporated QCOM recently took the market by storm with the launch of the Snapdragon X chip for mid-range AI (artificial intelligence) desktops and laptops. This SoC (system-on-chip) is the fourth such product in the Snapdragon X processor line,
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If you weren’t tired of ARM-based PCs, Qualcomm says its new Snapdragon X eclipses X86 in power efficiency for cheap PCs.
Qualcomm brings its Snapdragon X chips to mid-range Windows laptops and desktops
Qualcomm's latest chip for PCs, Snapdragon X, announced at the 2025 Consumer Electronics Show, is aimed at the mid-range market.
Qualcomm CEO: Snapdragon X chip targets $600 Copilot+ PCs
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