In tests that involved multi-threaded tasks, where the computer processes multiple commands at once, the Snapdragon X Elite also shone by using around 60% less power than the Intel processor while performing the same operations in the Geekbench 6 benchmarks. When it came to graphics performance, an important aspect for activities like gaming and 3D modeling, Qualcomm's processor surpassed Intel's Core 7 155H's graphics by 36% in another benchmark test called 3D Mark Wild Life Extreme. Here too, the Snapdragon X Elite was 50% more power-efficient.

The Snapdragon X Elite also stood out in comparisons with the more powerful Intel Core 9 Ultra 9 155H. In single-threaded Geekbench 6 tasks, Qualcomm's processor was 51% faster, and in multi-threaded tasks, it was 41% faster. This was all while maintaining similar power usage. In terms of graphics performance against the Core Ultra 9 155H, the Snapdragon was 36% faster in the UL 3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark at the same power level, and it also used 50% less power when the performance levels were made equal.

Introduced in October 2023, the Snapdragon X Elite is a product of Qualcomm's acquisition of a company called Nuvia in 2021. This processor is built using ARM-v9 architecture and includes specialized cores for different tasks, including an AI unit that can handle complex language models. It supports up to 64GB of high-speed memory and various storage options, including the latest NVMe and UFS standards. The chip also comes with support for 5G and the newest Wi-Fi 7 standards, promising fast and reliable internet connectivity.

Qualcomm is working closely with Microsoft to ensure that ARM systems, like those powered by the Snapdragon X Elite, work seamlessly with Windows. This partnership aims to expand the range of software that can run natively on ARM devices, potentially offering a wider choice of applications for users. The first laptops featuring this new Snapdragon processor are expected to hit the market within this year, though more specific details about these devices have not yet been shared.

Source: PCworld