Qualcomm unveils PC chipset Snapdragon X Elite

Announced alongside the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 in the Snapdragon Summit, Qualcomm reveals the Snapdragon X Elite – the company’s computing processor.

The Snapdragon X Elite has a Qualcomm Oryon CPU. It’s said to deliver twice the speed in CPU performance against other competitors.

Like the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, the X Elite is able to run generative AI models.

“Snapdragon X Elite represents a dramatic leap in innovation for computing as we deliver our new, custom Qualcomm Oryon CPU for super-charged performance that will delight consumers with incredible power efficiency and take their creativity and productivity to the next level,” said Senior Vice President & General Manager of Compute & Gaming, Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. Kedar Kondap, “Powerful on-device AI experiences will enable seamless multitasking and new intuitive user experiences, empowering consumers and businesses alike to create and accomplish more.”

The Snapdragon X Elite is said to release mid-2024.