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Snapdragon X2 Series

Qualcomm's 2nd-gen PC platform with 41% higher CPU and 2x NPU performance (80 TOPS).

Snapdragon X2 Series
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Evidence statusSpecs not independently verifiedqualcomm.com
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Npu
80 TOPS
APIs
DirectX® 12.2, Vulkan® 1.4, OpenCL™ 3.0
CPU Name
Qualcomm® Oryon™
GPU Name
Qualcomm® Adreno™

The decision

Where it wins

  • Up to 18 cores and 85 TOPS NPU for high performance.
  • Supports up to 5.0 GHz clock speed and 135 GB/s memory bandwidth.
  • Advanced display support for up to 3 displays at 4K 144Hz or 5K 60Hz.

Where it doesn't

  • Limited storage bandwidth of 40 Gbps may restrict high-capacity storage options.
Ideal forProfessionals requiring high-performance computing.Enthusiasts needing advanced display support.

Key Features

  • ✦Up to 18 cores and 85 TOPS NPU.
  • ✦Up to 5.0 GHz clock speed.
  • ✦135 GB/s memory bandwidth.
  • ✦Supports up to 3 displays at 4K 144Hz or 5K 60Hz.
  • ✦Limited storage bandwidth of 40 Gbps.
02 / Technical record

Specifications

Structured product data, grouped by system.

Core hardware07
CPU NameQualcomm® Oryon™
GPU NameQualcomm® Adreno™
Clock SpeedUp to 5.0 GHz, Up to 4.4 GHz
Architecture64-bit
ArchitectureARM64
GPU Clock SpeedUp to 1.85 GHz, 1.70 GHz, 1.35 GHz
GPU Part NumberX2-90, X2-85
Memory & compute03
Memory TypeLPDDR5x
Cache CapacityUp to 53 MB
Memory BandwidthUp to 135 GB/s
AI & acceleration01
Number Of CoresUp to 18
Display & media02
Display Support3 displays at up to 4K at 144 Hz or 5K at 60Hz
Video Codec SupportAV1, HEVC, AVC
Physical & connectivity03
ConnectivitySnapdragon X2 Elite Extreme
Storage InterfaceSD Express, UHS-I
Storage Connectionvia M.2 PCIe 3.0.
Platform & software01
APIsDirectX® 12.2, Vulkan® 1.4, OpenCL™ 3.0
Other specifications04
Npu80 TOPS
NPU NameQualcomm® Hexagon™
Part NumberX2E-80-100, X2E-88-100, X2E-96-100, X2E-94-100, X2E-90-100, X2E-78-100
NPU Tera Operations Per SecondUp to 85 TOPS
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Specs not independently verifiedqualcomm.com
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qualcomm.com
Editorial context

The Snapdragon X2 Series is Qualcomm's second-generation PC platform, boasting significant improvements in CPU and NPU performance. It supports up to 18 cores, 85 TOPS NPU, and up to 5.0 GHz clock speed. The platform offers advanced connectivity, multiple display support, and high memory bandwidth. However, its reliance on specific storage interfaces and limited storage bandwidth may restrict its appeal to users requiring high-capacity storage solutions. Ideal for professionals and enthusiasts seeking a powerful, versatile computing experience.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Snapdragon X2 Series for?↓
Snapdragon X2 Series is a fit for professionals requiring high-performance computing. and Enthusiasts needing advanced display support..
What are the drawbacks of Snapdragon X2 Series?↓
The trade-offs we record are: Limited storage bandwidth of 40 Gbps may restrict high-capacity storage options..
What does Snapdragon X2 Series do well?↓
Up to 18 cores and 85 TOPS NPU for high performance., Supports up to 5.0 GHz clock speed and 135 GB/s memory bandwidth. and Advanced display support for up to 3 displays at 4K 144Hz or 5K 60Hz..

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