Qualcomm Snapdragon X Series: Streamlines PC Chip Names

In a strategic move to redefine its PC chip branding, Qualcomm has introduced the Snapdragon X series, marking its commitment to simplicity and improved performance.

This announcement follows Qualcomm’s earlier shift in smartphone chipsets from Snapdragon 800 to Snapdragon 8, and now, the evolution continues in the realm of PC processors.

The Snapdragon X series will be home to Qualcomm’s latest PC processors, featuring the cutting-edge Oryon CPU cores. Qualcomm promises a seamless integration of these processors into the PC landscape, boasting “next-level performance, AI, connectivity, and battery life.”

The Oryon CPU is specifically highlighted for delivering a “quantum leap forward in performance and power efficiency,” promising a significant advancement in on-device experiences, particularly aligning with the growing trend of generative AI applications.

This naming overhaul is Qualcomm’s third attempt at establishing a clear and concise nomenclature for its PC chipsets. The initial PC processors in 2017 and 2018 adhered to the Snapdragon 800 naming scheme, mirroring the nomenclature of smartphone SoCs.

Subsequently, in 2019, Qualcomm transitioned to a new system with designations like Snapdragon 8C and 8CX. However, this labelling complexity grew over time, leading to somewhat convoluted names like Snapdragon 8CX Gen 3 and Snapdragon 7C Gen 2.

The Snapdragon X series is poised to streamline this nomenclature, aiming for clarity in market positioning and consumer understanding.

Qualcomm has teased that more comprehensive details about the Snapdragon X series will be unveiled at its Snapdragon Summit later this month. This eagerly anticipated event is expected to provide deeper insights into the capabilities and innovations that the Snapdragon X series brings to the PC chipset landscape.

As Qualcomm pioneers a new era in PC processing, the Snapdragon X series is anticipated to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of laptops and computing devices.