CES 2025: Lenovo unveils world’s first Snapdragon X-powered mini desktop PCs

At CES 2025, Qualcomm unveiled its latest Snapdragon X processors for budget PCs, and Lenovo is wasting no time bringing the new tech to market.

The company has officially launched two mini desktop PCs powered by the Snapdragon X Series CPUs: the Lenovo ThinkCentre neo 50q QC and the Lenovo IdeaCentre Mini x (1L, 10).

Both desktops will feature the Snapdragon X Plus chip, bringing AI capabilities via Qualcomm’s Copilot+ platform. This move is part of Qualcomm’s broader plan to integrate Snapdragon X processors into a range of mini desktops, with over 100 devices (including laptops) expected to roll out in 2025.

Lenovo ThinkCentre Neo 50q QC (left) and Lenovo IdeaCentre Mini x (right).

Lenovo ThinkCentre neo 50q QC

The ThinkCentre neo 50q QC is powered by the Snapdragon X Plus and Snapdragon X Platforms, offering up to 45 TOPS of NPU power.

This means AI features are built into the processing, allowing for Copilot+ capabilities in a compact design. It includes several USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports and supports up to 16GB of DDR5 RAM.

Connectivity-wise, it uses Wi-Fi 6E.

The ThinkCentre neo 50q QC is expected to be available in February 2025, with prices starting at USD 849PHP 49,257INR 72,867EUR 825CNY 6,217. For an AI-equipped mini PC, this is on the lower end of the price spectrum, especially considering that many AI-powered desktops typically cost around USD 1,000PHP 58,018INR 85,826EUR 972CNY 7,323.

Lenovo ThinkCentre neo 50q QC specs:
Qualcomm Snapdragon X, X Plus
Qualcomm Adreno GPU
Up to 16GB LPDDR5x
2x SSD storage
Wi-Fi 6E
Bluetooth
I/Os:
• 3x USB 3.2 Gen 2, 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2
• 1x USB 2.0, 1x HDMI 2.1
• 1x DP 1.4a, 1x Ethernet port, 3.5mm audio jack
Windows 11
7.2 x 7.05 x 1.44 inch
~2.45 lbs

Lenovo IdeaCentre Mini x (1L, 10)

The IdeaCentre Mini x (1L, 10) is aimed at professionals and creatives. It offers options with Snapdragon X Plus or Snapdragon X CPUs, and features Wi-Fi 7 along with multiple ports, including USB 4.0.

The system supports up to 32GB of DDR5 RAM and 1TB of storage.

This model is expected to launch in April 2025, with an entry-level price of USD 659PHP 38,234INR 56,560EUR 641CNY 4,826, which positions it as an affordable option for those looking for a small yet powerful desktop.

Lenovo IdeaCentre Mini x (1L, 10) specs:
Qualcomm Snapdragon X, X Plus
Qualcomm Adreno GPU
Up to 32GB LPDDR5x
Up to 1TB Gen 4
Wi-Fi 7
Bluetooth
I/Os:
• 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2, 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2
• 1x USB-C 4.0, 1x USB 2.0, 1x HDMI 2.1
• 1x DP 1.4a, 1x Ethernet port, 3.5mm audio jack
Windows 11
7.68 x 7.52 x 1.68 inch
~3.98 lbs