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Qualcomm announced its Snapdragon X2 Elite Extreme processor, targeting ultra‑premium Windows 11 laptops that need to handle demanding workloads and AI tasks. The chip features a third‑generation Oryon CPU and the fastest Hexagon NPU for laptops, promising up to 75% faster performance than competitors and multi‑day battery life. A lower‑tier Elite version also offers significant speed and efficiency gains over the previous generation. The first devices powered by the new chips are expected in the first half of 2026, with pricing aimed at the $600‑and‑under segment for Copilot+ PCs. Lire la suite

Qualcomm has introduced the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, touting it as the world’s fastest mobile system‑on‑chip. Built on a third‑generation Oryon CPU, the chip delivers a 20% performance boost and 35% better CPU power efficiency while cutting overall power draw by 16%. The platform also features a Hexagon NPU that is 37% faster, enabling on‑device AI for personalized agents. It is the first mobile chipset to support recording in the Advanced Professional Video codec, giving creators professional‑grade video capabilities. A broad roster of manufacturers, including Samsung, OnePlus, OPPO and others, have pledged to use the new SoC in upcoming flagship devices. Lire la suite

Qualcomm announced its newest flagship system‑on‑chip, the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, aimed at upcoming Android premium devices. The SoC introduces a third‑generation Oryon CPU with higher clock speeds, a more powerful Hexagon NPU, and an upgraded Adreno GPU that together promise better performance and efficiency. It also features an advanced ISP supporting the APV codec and a new X85 modem with AI‑enhanced Wi‑Fi for lower gaming latency. Qualcomm says the chip will enable richer on‑device AI experiences and higher‑quality video processing for future smartphones. Lire la suite