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Qualcomm’s New Snapdragon X Plus 8-core Expands Performance Leadership to More Copilot+ PC Users

Qualcomm Technologies announced ahead of IFA 2024 that the Snapdragon X Plus 8-core, a ground-breaking platform that unleashes multiday battery life, unparalleled performance, and AI-powered Copilot+ experiences to even more people, would be joining the Snapdragon X Series lineup.Image credit to Qualcomm

Snapdragon X Plus 8-core

PERFORMANCE THAT REACTS AND EFFICIENCY

It’s time to elevate your game with a Snapdragon-powered Copilot+ PC. Experience industry-leading performance and remarkable efficiency with an integrated 8-core Qualcomm Oryon CPU, allowing you to get more done and find your flow. Achieve extended battery life, lasting many days between charges. Up to three UHD displays may enjoy lively graphics and entertainment thanks to the integrated Qualcomm Adreno GPU.

DESIGNED WITH AI IN MIND

Unlock innovative new experiences in artificial intelligence (AI) with your laptop’s 8-core Snapdragon X Plus processor. The platform has the industry-leading Qualcomm Hexagon NPU, which drives the newest Copilot+ PCs and runs 45 TOPS. Discover a universe of intelligence within your laptop with industry-leading performance per watt. With its productivity features for seamless multitasking and increased creativity, on-device AI keeps you in the zone. When in a video conference, you can look and sound your best thanks to advanced AI camera and audio capabilities.

SMARTER PERFORMANCE OF USERS

Laptops with the 8-core Snapdragon X Plus processor can keep up with your busy lifestyle thanks to intelligent features like chip-to-cloud security, 4K streaming, and a sophisticated camera. Your laptop is responsive after logging in, providing rapid access with a single button click. With 5G and Wi-Fi 7 and HBS Multi-Link for blazingly fast and jitter-free connectivity, you can stay connected almost anywhere. With the Snapdragon Seamless experience, you can quickly move between your favorite devices. The Qualcomm Secure Processing Unit, which supports Microsoft Pluton TPM, complete memory encryption, and Microsoft Secured-core PC compatibility, strengthens your security.

This Snapdragon X Plus platform’s 8-core Qualcomm Oryon CPU allows for blazing-fast responsiveness and efficiency, delivering 61% faster CPU performance while rivals’ peak performance uses 179% more power. Magnificent graphics and captivating visual experiences are guaranteed by an integrated GPU and compatibility for up to three external displays. With its robust 45 TOPS NPU of AI processing power and industry-leading performance per watt, the Snapdragon X Plus 8-core is engineered to push productivity to new heights in ultra-portable designs with amazing battery life. This power is combined with the platform’s major breakthroughs in networking. This platform’s adaptable features will allow for life-changing experiences, whether making presentations while on the go or participating in video conferences.

Qualcomm Incorporated President and CEO Cristiano Amon said, “The first and best Copilot+ PCs are powered by Snapdragon X Series platforms, launching a new generation in personal computing, made possible by our revolutionary NPU “With the best-in-class performance and battery life of our power-efficient Snapdragon X Plus 8-core, we can offer more consumers these revolutionary AI experiences.” proprietary Qualcomm Oryon CPU. We pride ourselves on working with leading worldwide OEMs and retail partners to expand our product line and better serve consumers and businesses.

According to Rangoon Chang, Corporate Vice President, Consumer BU, “We’re thrilled to see the Snapdragon X Plus 8-core platform bringing the transformative power of Copilot+ to even more users worldwide.” “This partnership with Qualcomm is a significant step towards ASUS’s goal of making cutting-edge technology, like the ProArt PZ13, accessible to everyone, everywhere.”

With the launch of the Snapdragon X Plus 8-core, Qualcomm is building on the extraordinary enthusiasm and momentum for Copilot+ PCs that started in May. With the help of the potent NPU, their ground-breaking platform opens up all-day battery life, previously unheard-of performance and efficiency, and expands the pool of individuals who can enjoy AI-powered Windows experiences. “Together, we will persist in working with Qualcomm throughout the Windows ecosystem to expand the possibilities of Copilot+ PCs,” stated Microsoft Corporate Vice President of Windows + Devices Pavan Davuluri.

Starting today, a few PCs with the Snapdragon X Plus 8-core processor will be accessible.

Snapdragon X Plus 8-core Features

Top-tier CPU with exceptional performance and energy efficiency

The only CPUs available now that enable Copilot+ PCs the quickest, most intelligent Windows PCs are the Snapdragon X Series.

Offers remarkable energy conservation and prolongs the battery life for several days.

Leading NPU in the industry, with 45 TOPS AI performance

Integrated GPU provides amazing visual performance.

With 5G and Wi-Fi 7 connectivity, you can download, stream, and synchronize data incredibly quickly. HBS Multi-Link reduces latency and provides jitter-free entertainment.

Strong security for improved defense from chip to cloud

Up to 4K HDR video streaming is supported with AV1 encode and decode support.

Enjoy high-fidelity music and entertainment with wireless headphones that offer immersive, lossless audio thanks to the Snapdragon Sound Technology Suite.

Smoother and faster viewing experiences are achieved when up to three external UHD displays are enabled at 60 Hz.

LPDDR5x memory with 135 GB/s bandwidth for efficient multitasking and faster AI experiences

Enhanced MIPI camera support for intelligent features, such as background blur, auto-framing, and facial verification, and high-quality photographs with less power consumption