Qualcomm — at Computex 2024 — said 20 Copilot+ PCs powered by Snapdragon X Elite and Snapdragon X Plus processors will be available for purchase from retailers starting June 18.
Snapdragon X Elite-powered Windows-based PC promises up to 51 percent faster CPU performance at ISO power and matches competitor peak PC CPU performance at 65 percent less power.
Copilot+ PCs powered by Snapdragon X Elite are the fastest, most intelligent Windows PCs ever built with AI integrated throughout the system and can deliver multi-day battery life, Qualcomm President and CEO Cristiano Amon said at Computex 2024
“We’re excited to extend our relationship with Qualcomm Technologies into Copilot+ PCs, building our new Acer Swift 14 AI laptop with the latest Snapdragon X platform,” said Jason Chen, Chairman and CEO, Acer. “We look forward to the new AI experiences these new PCs will unlock, paving the way for the next era of computing technology.”
SY HSU, Co-CEO, ASUS, said: “The launch of ASUS Vivobook S 15, powered by the Snapdragon X Elite, marks a significant milestone in personal computing. This AI-powered Copilot+ PC enhances productivity, creativity, and user experience with its advanced features.”
Sam Burd, president, Client Solutions Group, Dell Technologies, said: “Dell is all-in on this AI PC era, evidenced by our portfolio of AI PCs which now includes devices powered by Snapdragon X Series. Users can benefit from extraordinary performance, battery life and new AI experiences to take back time in their day and focus on the tasks that matter most.”
HP President and CEO Enrique Lores said: “The launch of the Elitebook Ultra and OmniBook X represent our shared commitment to reimagining what’s possible in an era of AI. With Snapdragon X Series, we are delivering secure best-in-class, high performance experiences for our customers.”
Luca Rossi, President of Intelligent Devices Group, Lenovo, said: “Thanks to Snapdragon X Elite platform, the latest Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 6 and Yoga Slim 7x Copilot+ PCs both offer impressive performance, outstanding power efficiency, and groundbreaking AI capabilities for businesses and consumers.”
Satya Nadella, Chairman and CEO, Microsoft, said: “Last month, we announced Copilot+ PCs – the fastest, most intelligent Windows PCs ever built. They represent an inflection point for our entire industry.”
Won-joon Choi, Executive Vice President and Head of R&D, Mobile eXperience Business, Samsung Electronics, said: “With Galaxy Book4 Edge, powered by Snapdragon X Elite, Samsung has redefined the AI PC category and will demonstrate what the next Gen AI PC can do.”