Ahead of IFA 2024, Qualcomm has introduced the new 8-core Snapdragon X Plus chip, reducing the cost of entry-level Copilot+ PCs to $700, down from $999. Despite fewer cores, the chip delivers the same 45 TOPs AI performance as its 10-core variant, offering excellent power efficiency and battery life. The new chip powers upcoming laptops from Acer, Asus, Dell, and more, competing with Intel and Apple M2 devices in performance and affordability.
