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Qualcomm Unveils Snapdragon X2 Plus: 35% Faster, AI-Ready

1/11/2026

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Qualcomm Incorporated unveiled its Snapdragon X2 Plus chip at CES 2026 for mid-range Windows laptops.
The X2 Plus targets laptops in the $799–$1,299 range amid rising component costs.
The chip promises 35% faster single-core performance.
It features an 80 TOPS neural processing unit to enhance AI capabilities.
Initial reviews note strong battery life and performance but raise concerns about compatibility and competition as Intel prepares Core Ultra 3 processors.

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Qualcomm Incorporated unveiled its Snapdragon X2 Plus chip at CES 2026 for mid-range Windows laptops.
The X2 Plus targets laptops in the $799–$1,299 range amid rising component costs.
The chip promises 35% faster single-core performance.
It features an 80 TOPS neural processing unit to enhance AI capabilities.
Initial reviews note strong battery life and performance but raise concerns about compatibility and competition as Intel prepares Core Ultra 3 processors.