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The desktop PC reborn: Snapdragon X Series now powers Lenovo’s mini desktop PCs

Written by
Peter Burns
Jan 7, 2025
3 min read
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The Snapdragon X Series Platforms have ignited a revolution in the PC industry. 

Laptops powered by Snapdragon deliver unparalleled productivity and efficiency, thanks to powerful performance, multi-day battery life and groundbreaking AI. There are over 60 Copilot+ PC designs powered by Snapdragon, now available or in development, delivering premium laptop experiences across a wide range of tiers and price points. 

We’re kicking off 2025 by bringing the Snapdragon revolution to desktops.

In line with our commitment to bringing Snapdragon-level performance to all, we are now proud to unveil Snapdragon X Series processors available in the desktop PC form factor.

 

Snapdragon X Series powers the next generation of desktop PCs

The all-new mini and tiny desktop PCs mark a significant milestone in our PC journey. These innovative designs pack the same powerful Snapdragon punch into a new form factor, making them an ideal all-purpose solution for developers, consumers and businesses alike.

Developers building applications on Windows on Snapdragon desktops can now take advantage of new design options and unprecedented power efficiency, enabling them to create more efficient and powerful applications with NPU-accelerated features. In 2024, we saw a remarkable tripled increase in native Windows Apps for Snapdragon, a testament to the growing ecosystem and developer support.

Businesses can benefit from the best Copilot+ features, such as the on-device AI assistant powered by the integrated Qualcomm Hexagon NPU in all Snapdragon X Series processors, which streamlines worker productivity while consuming significantly less power.

For consumers, the Snapdragon X Series offers the ideal blend of performance and power efficiency for a great mini desktop PC experience in productivity, creativity or play. This advancement in technology not only enhances the user experiences but also aligns with our commitment to raise the bar of PC innovation.

These innovative designs pack the same powerful Snapdragon punch into a new form factor, making them an ideal all-purpose solution for developers, consumers and businesses alike.

New Lenovo designs

Lenovo shares our vision that AI is changing the way we interact with our PCs and is bringing the Snapdragon neural processing unit (NPU) brainpower to new mini and tiny desktops PC form factors. At CES, Lenovo unveiled their new Lenovo ThinkCentre neo 50q QC and Lenovo IdeaCentre Mini x (1L, 10), the first commercial and consumer desktop AI PCs powered by Snapdragon X Series processors with Copilot+ PC experiences. Here’s a look at these new designs:

  • Lenovo ThinkCentre neo 50q QC: Powered by the Snapdragon X Plus and Snapdragon X Platforms, this compact desktop PC offers 45 TOPS of NPU power, ensuring seamless and efficient handling of your most demanding projects without sacrificing power efficiency.
  • Lenovo IdeaCentre Mini x (1L, 10) Desktop PC: Ideal for professionals and creatives alike, this desktop PC powered by Snapdragon X Plus integrates AI into everyday workflows, enhancing productivity and creating a smarter workplace.

A new era of computing: Snapdragon X Series powers the future of mini desktops

The introduction of Snapdragon X Series Platforms into mini-PCs marks a pivotal moment in the evolution of personal computing. With a mini-PC powered by Snapdragon, you’re not just investing in a powerful device; you’re choosing a computing experience that delivers responsive performance, incredible power efficiency and next-level intelligence. Whether for professional use or personal enjoyment, mini-PCs powered by Snapdragon are set to revolutionize the way we think about desktops, offering an unrivaled experience that is more powerful.


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Snapdragon and Qualcomm branded products are products of Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. and/or its subsidiaries. 

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Peter Burns
Peter BurnsSr. Director, Product Marketing, Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.
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