Microsoft is pushing to integrate Arm-based processors into Windows laptops, following Apple’s shift to this architecture over four years ago. Qualcomm is at the forefront of this transition, featuring its flagship Snapdragon X Elite chips in a variety of new laptops, including the latest Surface models.
But how does the Snapdragon X Elite measure up against the most recent Intel and AMD processors?
To answer this, extensive testing has been conducted on these new Qualcomm-powered laptops, comparing their performance with that of x64-based competitors. This comprehensive analysis covers a wide range of metrics, including standard benchmarks like Blender and Handbrake, and everyday applications such as Google Chrome, Microsoft Office, and Adobe Photoshop. Additionally, tests focus on power draw for both single- and multi-core tasks, as well as a series of real-world battery life assessments.
