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We need a Snapdragon X-powered gaming handheld sooner rather than later — How Qualcomm can challenge the Steam Deck
Winsage
February 14, 2025

We need a Snapdragon X-powered gaming handheld sooner rather than later — How Qualcomm can challenge the Steam Deck

Qualcomm's Snapdragon X Elite and X Plus chips show potential for handheld gaming devices due to their impressive performance and battery efficiency. Testing of the Snapdragon X Plus on games like 7 Days To Die, Kingdom Come Deliverance, and Shadow of the Tomb Raider revealed comparable performance to the Steam Deck, especially when using Auto SR, an AI-driven upscaling solution. However, Auto SR currently supports only 14 games and is limited to DX11 or DX12 titles. The installation of games from Xbox Game Pass and the Microsoft Store on Snapdragon devices is restricted, with the Xbox app lacking a Game Pass section. There is a significant opportunity for a Snapdragon-powered handheld device, similar to the impact of the Steam Deck, but the current market lacks urgency for such a product.
Windows Recall support for Intel & AMD PCs: Eligible PC List
Winsage
December 26, 2024

Windows Recall support for Intel & AMD PCs: Eligible PC List

Microsoft has introduced an AI feature called Recall for Windows PCs, enabling users to retrieve actions or searches by capturing and storing screenshots in an encrypted format. Users can search for specific content using keywords, but Recall will only be available to select Windows 11 PCs. Initially exclusive to Snapdragon X SoCs, Recall now supports newer Intel and AMD CPUs with a 40 teraflops Neural Processing Unit (NPU). To use Recall, the system requirements include: - Windows 11 PC enrolled in the Insider Program (Canary or Dev channel) - 16 GB RAM - 256 GB SSD - CPU with 8 logical processors - NPU with 40 teraflops - Windows Hello for sign-in security and device encryption activated. Compatible devices include: - Acer Swift 14 AI - ASUS Vivobook S 15 and ProArt PZ13 - Dell Latitude 7455, XPS 13, and Inspiron 14 - HP OmniBook X 14 - Lenovo Yoga Slim 7x and ThinkPad T14s - Microsoft Surface Laptop Copilot+ PC - Microsoft Surface Pro Copilot+ PC - Samsung Galaxy Book4 Edge Supported CPUs are: - AMD Ryzen AI 300 series - Intel Core Ultra 200V series - Snapdragon X Elite - Snapdragon X Plus More compatible systems and CPUs are expected by 2025.
Acer Swift 14 AI redefines what's possible from a Windows laptop with 24-hour battery life | Expert Reviews UK
Winsage
September 30, 2024

Acer Swift 14 AI redefines what’s possible from a Windows laptop with 24-hour battery life | Expert Reviews UK

The Acer Swift 14 AI is a compact laptop powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon X Plus processor with a 10-core configuration and an Adreno 741 GPU, offering commendable performance and impressive energy efficiency. It features a robust 75Wh battery, providing over 24 hours of battery life during video playback tests. The laptop is priced at £1,199 in the UK and comes with a 2.5K display, 1TB SSD, and 16GB of RAM. The design is understated with an aluminum chassis, weighing 1.24kg, and includes multiple ports such as two USB-C and two USB-A, along with Bluetooth 5.4 and Wi-Fi 7 support. The keyboard has a two-stage backlight, and the 1440p webcam excels in low-light conditions. The display has a resolution of 2,560 x 1,600 with a 120Hz refresh rate, but average color gamut coverage. The audio quality is adequate, and the laptop's performance is comparable to Snapdragon Elite machines, with fast SSD speeds.
Here is EVERY Copilot+ PC announced this week, including Microsoft Surface, Dell XPS, Lenovo ThinkPad, and more
Winsage
May 21, 2024

Here is EVERY Copilot+ PC announced this week, including Microsoft Surface, Dell XPS, Lenovo ThinkPad, and more

- Collaboration between Microsoft, Qualcomm, and leading laptop manufacturers has brought forth a new wave of Windows laptops powered by Snapdragon X chips. - Seven prominent laptop brands have introduced new offerings equipped with Qualcomm's Snapdragon X chips, ranging from economical options to luxurious 2-in-1s. - Microsoft's Surface Pro 11 and Surface Laptop 7 feature Snapdragon X processors, AI-driven design, and cutting-edge functionality. - Acer's Swift 14 AI offers Snapdragon X Elite and X Plus CPUs, starting at ,099 with minimum 16GB RAM and optimized for Windows 11. - ASUS Vivobook S 15 features a Snapdragon X Elite processor, 70Whr battery, 15.6-inch 3K display, and up to 18 hours of battery life. - Dell has introduced Snapdragon X chips in its XPS 13, Inspiron 14, and Inspiron 14 Plus laptops. - HP rebrands its lineup with OmniBook X and EliteBook Ultra laptops, part of HP's effort to simplify technology communication. - Lenovo's ThinkPad T14s Gen 6 and Yoga Slim 7x offer exceptional performance and battery life with Snapdragon X Elite processors. - Samsung Galaxy Book4 Edge is a premium Copilot+ PC with AMOLED screens, VRR, and starting at ,350 with preorders including a Samsung TV.
Acer unveils Swift 14 AI Windows 11 Copilot+ PC powered by Snapdragon
BetaBeacon
May 20, 2024

Acer unveils Swift 14 AI Windows 11 Copilot+ PC powered by Snapdragon

Acer has unveiled the Swift 14 AI laptop, which features the Snapdragon X Series platform with an integrated Neural Processing Unit capable of executing 45 Trillions of Operations Per Second. This laptop offers increased efficiency, all-day battery life, and advanced AI experiences.
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