Revolutionize Budget Laptops with Snapdragon X’s Advanced Copilot+ AI

Qualcomm’s Affordable AI PCs: A Game-Changer for Budget-Conscious Consumers

Qualcomm is shaking up the PC market with its latest Snapdragon X Series processors, designed to bring high-performance AI capabilities to budget-friendly laptops. The new processors, unveiled at CES 2025, will sit below the existing Snapdragon X Plus and X Elite models, making them more accessible to a wider range of consumers.

A Cheaper Route to AI-Powered PCs

The Snapdragon X processors will enable laptops priced as low as $600 (around £450) to achieve the Copilot+ PC branding, which allows manufacturers to integrate Microsoft’s latest Gen AI features. This is thanks to the 45 TOPS Qualcomm Hexagon neural processing unit (NPU).

Key Features and Specifications

• 8-core, 3GHz Qualcomm Oryon CPU
• Adreno GPU for triple external display support at 4K 60Hz
• 2x longer battery life compared to Intel’s Core 5 120U
• Multi-day battery life in some use cases

A Boost for Windows on ARM

The Snapdragon X devices will be a "good solution for students, freelance workers, and budget-conscious consumers who need a reliable and powerful laptop," according to Qualcomm. With 60 models currently in development and 100 expected to hit the market by next year, this could be a significant shift towards Windows on ARM processors.

Mini Desktop PCs in the Mix

The Snapdragon X will also appear in mini desktop PCs, similar to the Apple Mac mini, although Qualcomm hasn’t revealed which manufacturers are on board with building these devices. These innovative designs pack the same powerful Snapdragon punch into a new form factor, making them an ideal all-purpose solution for developers, consumers, and businesses alike.

What’s Next?

With the Snapdragon X processors, Qualcomm is poised to disrupt the PC market and make high-performance AI capabilities more accessible to a wider range of consumers. As more manufacturers jump on board with these devices, we can expect to see a significant shift towards Windows on ARM processors.