Qualcomm Launches Snapdragon X Platform in India, Expanding Affordable AI PC Market
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Snapdragon bets big on AI PCs and India: Exclusive conversation with Qualcomm India President Savi Soin
Qualcomm is actively engaging with the Indian government to support local innovation and the country's digital transformation. While Qualcomm Technologies remains to be a key player, not just in mobile chipsets but across industries ranging from automotive to AI-driven personal computing, the
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Qualcomm unleashes AI for all with latest Snapdragon X platform Bringing New AI PC Experiences to a New Tier of Devices for India
The Snapdragon X platform is set to accelerate broader adoption of Copilot+ PCs in India, delivering a wide range of on-device AI experiences with best-in class performance, efficiency, and multi-day battery life. ASUS introduced the Vivobook 16 and Zenbook A14 at the Snapdragon X launch event in
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Snapdragon X Chipset and Qualcomm's India Ambitions: Five Things to Know
Snapdragon X is claimed to deliver battery life of multiple days The first wave of AI PCs, or as Microsoft calls them, Copilot+ PCs, hit India in the second half of 2024. Snapdragon led the race with its X series chipsets, and several OEMs introduced AI-enabled laptops in the country. While these
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Qualcomm's Kedar Kondap on Bringing Low-Cost Snapdragon CPUs to India
Qualcomm has also set up an experience zone at Croma outlet in Mumbai Qualcomm will unveil new Snapdragon X laptop CPUs next week to power low-cost AI-capable devices in India. The firm has targeted the midrange laptop segment in the country. The chipmaker's OEM partners are expected to introduce
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Qualcomm expands Copilot+ PC reach with Snapdragon X Platform launch in India
Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. has announced the introduction of its Snapdragon X platform in India, aiming to broaden the availability of AI-enabled personal computers, after it was introduced at the CES last month. This new platform is positioned as a means of delivering Copilot+ PC experiences to a
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Qualcomm Snapdragon X Chipset for Budget Copilot+ PCs Unveiled in India
The chipset was first unveiled by Qualcomm at CES 2025 The new 4nm processors feature eight Oryon CPU cores The Snapdragon X chipset supports up to 64GB of LPDDR5x RAM Snapdragon X platform was launched in India on Monday. The latest chipset by Qualcomm arrives as the fourth model in the
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Qualcomm Launches Snapdragon X to Transform AI Computing in India
Designed to empower the masses, the new era of PCs powered by Snapdragon X is poised to redefine the AI PC industry in India. Devices powered by Snapdragon deliver premium experiences within a sleek, lightweight, and highly portable design, offering multi-day battery life and unparalleled
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Croma Hosts Snapdragon's First Offline Experience Zone in India - A New Era for Qualcomm
For years, Snapdragon has been the silent force behind many of the world's leading smartphones, powering premium experiences in flagship and mid-range devices alike. However, Qualcomm's presence has largely been through online platforms and partnerships with major device manufacturers like Samsung,
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Snapdragon X Platform Launched - AI Features, ASUS Laptops & More!
Qualcomm has unveiled its latest Snapdragon X Platform, an AI-driven chipset designed for next-gen computing. This new entry-level SoC in the Snapdragon X lineup brings real-time AI assistance for smarter voice recognition, image/video processing, and more, without requiring an internet connection!
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First Snapdragon Experience Zone Opens Up at a Croma Store in Juhu
More Experience Zones are said to be launched across India soon Qualcomm recently announced the launch of its first-ever Snapdragon Experience Zone in India in partnership with Croma, a leading consumer electronics retail chain. Located at Croma Store in Juhu, Mumbai, it is part of the company's
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Qualcomm introduces the Snapdragon X platform in India, aiming to make AI-enabled PCs more accessible and affordable. The launch includes new partnerships, retail strategies, and the first Snapdragon X-powered laptops from ASUS.
Qualcomm Introduces Snapdragon X Platform for Affordable AI PCs
Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. has launched its Snapdragon X platform in India, marking a significant step towards making AI-enabled personal computers more accessible and affordable
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. This move comes as part of Qualcomm's strategy to expand its presence in the AI PC market and cater to a broader range of consumers in India.Key Features of Snapdragon X Platform
The Snapdragon X platform boasts impressive specifications designed to deliver AI capabilities to budget-friendly devices:
- Neural Processing Unit (NPU) with 45 TOPS (trillion operations per second) of AI performance
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- Eight Oryon CPU cores with a max clock speed of up to 3GHz
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- Integrated power-efficient GPU for graphics-intensive tasks
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- Support for 5G and Wi-Fi 7 connectivity
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- Snapdragon Sound Technology Suite for enhanced audio experiences
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Qualcomm claims that the Snapdragon X platform offers up to 163% faster performance at ISO-power compared to competitors, while requiring 168% less power at ISO-performance
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.Targeting the Indian Market
The introduction of the Snapdragon X platform is strategically aimed at the Indian market, where the sweet spot for PCs is around $600 (roughly Rs. 52,000)
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. This move is expected to make Copilot+ PCs more accessible to a wider audience in India, a country where PC penetration is currently around 10%4
.First Devices and Partnerships
ASUS has introduced the first Snapdragon X-powered devices in India:
- ASUS Vivobook 16
- ASUS Zenbook A14
These laptops are now available for pre-order, with prices starting at Rs. 65,990
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.Retail Strategy and Consumer Engagement
Qualcomm is adopting a multi-pronged approach to increase awareness and accessibility of Snapdragon-powered AI PCs:
- Launched the first Snapdragon Experience Zone at a Croma store in Mumbai
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- Partnering with Flipkart to enable 10-minute delivery of Snapdragon X Series laptops through Flipkart Minutes
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- Collaborating with Microsoft to bring Copilot+ experiences exclusively to Snapdragon devices
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Software Ecosystem and Compatibility
Qualcomm is actively working to ensure software compatibility and optimize the AI experience:
- 93% of globally used apps are now native to the platform
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- Hundreds of apps are running natively on Snapdragon PCs
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- Qualcomm AI Hub provides tools for developers to easily deploy and run AI models
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Future Outlook
As Qualcomm expands its presence in the AI PC market, the company is focusing on:
- Educating consumers about the benefits of AI-enabled PCs
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- Collaborating with OEMs to introduce more Snapdragon X-powered devices
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- Working with LLM providers to optimize AI models for Snapdragon platforms
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With this launch, Qualcomm aims to revolutionize the PC industry in India by making advanced AI technology more accessible and affordable for consumers across various segments.
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