Qualcomm Unveils Next-Gen Snapdragon X Series Processors
Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. has announced the Snapdragon® X2 Elite Extreme and Snapdragon® X2 Elite, the latest premium-tier platforms within the Snapdragon X Series portfolio. Engineered for Windows PCs, these processors redefine what’s possible in computing by combining record-breaking AI performance, multi-day battery life, and industry-leading efficiency.
According to Qualcomm, the new processors are the fastest, most powerful, and most efficient ever built for Windows PCs, setting a new benchmark for AI-ready computing.
Ultra-Premium Performance for Professionals
The Snapdragon X2 Elite Extreme is designed for ultra-premium PCs, built to handle:
- Agentic AI experiences
- Data-intensive analytics
- Professional media editing
- Scientific research
Targeting power users, creators, and producers, the platform enables expert-level workloads on thin and light PCs, whether plugged in or on the go.
Key highlights include:
- 3rd Gen Qualcomm Oryon™ CPU delivering up to 75% faster CPU performance than competitors at ISO power
- A new Qualcomm® Adreno™ GPU architecture with 2.3X performance per watt improvement over the previous generation
- Qualcomm® Hexagon™ NPU delivering 80 TOPS of AI processing, the world’s fastest NPU for laptops, powering concurrent Copilot+ AI experiences
Premium Power for Effortless Multitasking
The Snapdragon X2 Elite brings premium performance and energy efficiency for multitasking across productivity, creativity, and entertainment.
Performance metrics include:
- Up to 31% faster performance at ISO power
- Up to 43% less power consumption than its predecessor
- 80 TOPS AI NPU for seamless Copilot+ and multi-task AI operations
Users can enjoy these benefits in thin and light PC designs, even without being tethered to a charger.
Qualcomm’s Commitment to PC Innovation
“Snapdragon X2 Elite strengthens our leadership in the PC industry, providing legendary leaps in performance, AI processing, and battery life to enable the experiences that consumers deserve. We continue to push the boundaries of technological innovation, introduce breakthrough products that set new industry standards, and redefine what’s possible for PCs.”
— Kedar Kondap, Senior Vice President and General Manager, Compute and Gaming, Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.
Availability
Devices powered by the new Snapdragon X2 Elite processors are expected to launch in the first half of 2026. Qualcomm also introduced Snapdragon Guardian Technology for enhanced security in Copilot+ PCs.
