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The article discusses Qualcomm's new Snapdragon X2 series chips for Windows laptops showcased at CES 2026, highlighting their efficiency, AI capabilities, and potential to rival MacBooks, which may persuade the author to consider switching from Mac to Windows.
Qualcomm announced new Snapdragon X2 Elite and Plus chips for Windows laptops, with the first devices expected by the end of Q1 2026. The X2 Elite targets high performance, while the Plus offers a more budget-friendly option with significant CPU and power efficiency gains, supporting up to 128GB RAM and promising multi-day battery life. These chips aim to compete with Intel and AMD, with improved AI and gaming support, though gaming performance may be limited compared to high-end GPUs.
Microsoft is testing Windows 11 26H1 exclusively for new ARM-based chips like Nvidia N1X and Snapdragon X2, with existing Intel/AMD PCs not receiving this update. The release is optimized for upcoming hardware, supporting a new platform codenamed Bromine, and will eventually be followed by Windows 11 26H2 for all PCs. The update aims to support new ARM chips expected in early 2026, with existing devices receiving the features later in the year.
Qualcomm announced its next-gen Snapdragon X2 chips, including the X2 Elite and X2 Elite Extreme, which demonstrate significant performance improvements over previous models and competitors, especially in multi-core CPU, graphics, and AI workloads, positioning Qualcomm as a serious contender in the PC chip market, though real-world testing in smaller devices is still pending.