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Qualcomm Details Snapdragon C Specifications and Battery Performance Claims
Key points
- Snapdragon C features an 8-core Kryo CPU (3 GHz single, 2 GHz multi) and Adreno GPU (900 MHz).
- Qualcomm claims 67% better battery performance than Intel N250 in Cinebench multi-threaded tests.
- It also claims 44% faster single-threaded and 24% faster multi-core Geekbench performance on battery.
- OEM partners like HP, Acer, Asus, and Lenovo are expected to release Snapdragon C laptops.
Snapdragon C Specifications Revealed
Qualcomm has provided more specific details regarding its Snapdragon C system-on-a-chip, an ARM-based platform designed for laptops priced around $300. The Snapdragon C integrates an 8-core Qualcomm Kryo CPU, with a maximum single-core frequency of 3 GHz and a multi-core frequency of 2 GHz. It includes 2MB of total cache.
The chip also features an integrated Adreno GPU with a maximum frequency of 900 MHz and a Qualcomm Hexagon NPU. Specific TOPS (Trillions of Operations Per Second) for the NPU were not disclosed.
Battery Performance Benchmarks
Qualcomm presented updated benchmark slides comparing the Snapdragon C against an Acer TravelMate equipped with an Intel N250 processor. The company claims the Snapdragon C delivers up to 67% better battery performance and up to 2.1 times better battery efficiency in multi-threaded Cinebench tests. On battery, the Snapdragon C is also claimed to be up to 44% faster in single-threaded Geekbench and 24% faster in multi-core Geekbench.
Additional claims include 106% better battery efficiency for Netflix streaming, 68% for web browsing, and 74% for Teams video calls compared to the Intel N250. Qualcomm did not publish any performance benchmarks for when the systems are plugged in.
OEM Support and Market Impact
Qualcomm expects designs from several major laptop manufacturers, including HP, Acer, Asus, and Lenovo. Acer has already showcased a first look at its Aspire Go 15, which will feature the Snapdragon C, indicating upcoming product releases.
The focus on battery efficiency and performance in the budget laptop segment could offer a new competitive option for consumers and manufacturers, potentially influencing the entry-level notebook market.
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Qualcomm released detailed specifications for its Snapdragon C system-on-a-chip, an ARM-based platform for $300 laptops, and provided battery performance benchmarks. The company claims the Snapdragon C offers significantly better battery efficiency and performance compared to Intel's N250 processor in battery-powered scenarios, which could impact the budget laptop market.