What you should know:

• Snapdragon X Series brings industry-leading AI performance and power efficiency to desktop PCs, enabling advanced on-device experiences like Copilot+ and agentic assistants. 
• New form factors, all-in-one and mini desktop PCs powered by Snapdragon X Series cater to both consumer and commercial needs. 
• The latest Snapdragon X2 Elite and X2 Plus processors offer improved multitasking, up to 85 TOPS of AI power, better power efficiency and enterprise-grade security, redefining productivity and creativity for modern desktops.

How Snapdragon X Series powers new AI experiences in desktops

The desktop PC is undergoing a transformation, driven by the need for powerful performance, improved efficiency and new AI-driven capabilities in flexible form factors. As consumers and businesses increasingly rely on desktops for productivity, creativity and entertainment, there’s a pressing demand for innovative solutions that address those needs. According to IDC, small form factor and AIO desktop PCs are projected to grow by 11% over the next 4 years.¹ Snapdragon X Series processors are at the forefront of this transformation, delivering cutting-edge technology that redefines the desktop experience.  

Snapdragon X Series processors are designed to provide industry-leading performance, power efficiency and AI capabilities to Windows PCs, and has expanded these capabilities from laptops into desktop PCs. With offerings for small form factor devices like the Lenovo ThinkCentre powered by Snapdragon X for commercial customers, Lenovo IdeaCentre powered by Snapdragon X for consumers and new all-in-ones, there is a design fit for every user.

Why choose Snapdragon for AI performance on PCs?

Snapdragon X Series processors boast an ultra-fast NPU, capable of delivering up to 85 TOPS of performance. This dedicated AI processing unit enables advanced experiences, such as agentic assistants, Copilot+ and a growing list of applications with innovative new AI powered features, directly on the device, keeping your data private and secure. The NPU's superior architecture and performance per watt leadership make it an ideal solution for demanding AI workloads.

With Snapdragon, OEMs can design desktops that offer enhanced AI capabilities, improved productivity and increased creativity that are built for today and ready for tomorrow. The dedicated NPU and advanced AI features make it attractive to both consumers and industries such as healthcare, finance and education that require robust AI performance.

Launching new form factors

At last year’s CES 2025, the first mini-PCs powered by the Snapdragon X Series processors were launched, helping to establish us in the desktop PC space. This year at CES 2026, we marked another milestone in the expansion of our form factor ecosystem with the unveiling of the first all-in-one PC powered by Snapdragon, the new ASUS AiO VM441QA(QC) powered by Snapdragon X platform. These new systems deliver strong performance, up to 45 TOPS of on-device AI capability and innovative designs suited for a broad range of business and consumer environments.

Performance and efficiency that powers productivity and creativity

Snapdragon X Series processors deliver exceptional performance while maintaining power efficiency. The Snapdragon X2 Elite, for instance, offers up to 20% lower power consumption compared to its predecessor, making it an ideal solution for desktops that require both high performance and strong efficiency.

The processors' optimized architecture enables intelligent offloading of workloads to dedicated components, resulting in maximum performance with minimal energy consumption. This leads to cool, quiet and efficient operation, perfect for demanding tasks and everyday use.

The Snapdragon X Series also supports advanced connectivity features, including Wi-Fi 7, USB4 and Thunderbolt certification, enabling seamless and fast connectivity for desktops.

How secure is your desktop PC?

Desktops powered by the Snapdragon X Series offer enterprise-grade security and manageability features, making them ideal for commercial and industrial applications. The Qualcomm Secure Processing Unit (SPU) and Microsoft Pluton provide top-tier hardware and software protections, certifying these desktops as Microsoft-Secure Core PCs.

The Snapdragon X Series also enables proactive device monitoring, zero-trust sensors and Snapdragon Guardian out-of-band remote manageability, offering robust protection and control for businesses and organizations.

The future of AI desktops starts with Snapdragon X Series

Snapdragon X Series is redefining the desktop PC with cutting-edge technology and innovative solutions. Its dedicated on-device NPU, advanced AI capabilities and robust security features are enabling new levels of responsiveness, creativity and productivity. As the industry continues to evolve, Qualcomm Technologies remains at the forefront, driving innovation and leadership for desktop PCs. Desktops powered by Snapdragon X Series are opening the door to new possibilities, delivering fast performance, rich experiences and incredible efficiency for professionals across industries.