Microsoft is pushing to integrate Windows laptops with Arm architecture, mirroring the shift Apple made over four years ago. Partnering with Qualcomm, they are incorporating the Snapdragon X Elite chips into a range of new laptops, including the latest Surface models. This transition aims to enhance performance and efficiency in Windows devices.
The central question is whether Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X Elite chips outperform the current Intel and AMD processors. Gordon Mah Ung tackles this issue in his recent PCWorld YouTube video, where he meticulously tests and compares these new Arm-based chips against their x64-based counterparts.
In his comprehensive two-hour analysis, Gordon evaluates a wide range of performance metrics. He conducts tests using popular benchmarks like Blender and Handbrake, as well as practical applications such as Google Chrome, Microsoft Office, and Adobe Photoshop. Additionally, he measures power consumption and battery life across various real-world scenarios.
Gordon presents the results with his expert commentary, making the extensive data accessible to viewers. For those who may not have the time to watch the full video, he provides helpful timestamps in the video description to help them navigate through the different tests.
