Qualcomm is preparing an affordable Snapdragon X chip for Windows laptops

Qualcomm is expanding its Snapdragon X lineup, making the technology more accessible to a wider audience. Following the high-performance Snapdragon X Elite and Plus chips, the company is preparing to introduce a budget variant aimed at devices priced under $700.

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Key features of the Snapdragon X lineup

1. Power and battery life:
   The Snapdragon X lineup is known for its long battery life, which is a serious advantage over traditional laptop chips.
2. Artificial Intelligence:
   All models feature a Neural Processing Unit (NPU) supporting AI features and energy efficiency.
3. Positioning:
   • Elite: High-performance chip for premium devices (starting at $1200).
   • Plus: A slightly more affordable option for devices around $1000.
   • New chip: Designed for laptops priced under $700, which will make Snapdragon X popular in the mass segment.

What to expect from the new chip?

• Minimum specs:
  Even budget devices will have 16GB of DDR5 RAM and 256GB SSD to meet Copilot+ PC requirements.

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• Possible sacrifices:
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  • Reduced number of CPU cores

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  • Reduced graphics performance.
    These compromises will keep the price affordable, but without losing the key advantages of Snapdragon X.
• Launch date:
  An official date has not yet been announced, but the unveiling of the new chip is likely to take place at CES 2025 in January.

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Why it matters

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With its affordable price, Snapdragon X will be able to compete with traditional processors from Intel and AMD in the budget segment, as well as strengthen Qualcomm’s position in the Windows notebook market.

Summary: The new Snapdragon X chip promises to be a great solution for those looking for a power-efficient and productive notebook at a reasonable price.