First Snapdragon X Elite laptop leaks - slender, fanless Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 14.5"

18 April 2024
Details are scarce for now, but the laptop should offer extreme portability - and AI, of course.

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  • 25 Apr 2024

funkymonkey, 24 Apr 2024That is all about to change. Both Microsoft, OEMs, devs and... moreAny estimate how the prices would compare against Apple’s M3 air/pro

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    Anonymous, 21 Apr 2024I don't see the benefits of this. ARM for Windows is u... moreApparently, Qualcomm's x86 translation layer is as good a Rosetta 2...

      funkymonkey, 24 Apr 2024That is all about to change. Both Microsoft, OEMs, devs and... moreOK, Marques.

      How does it compare to your average i5 laptop? I'm sure you're allowed to make basic comparisons, especially if they favour said product.

        Anonymous, 21 Apr 2024I don't see the benefits of this. ARM for Windows is u... moreThat is all about to change. Both Microsoft, OEMs, devs and Qualcomm have spent tremendous efforts for this launch. I have been privileged enough to be beta testing these things for last month or so and things are drastically different than what has been the case so far with ARM and Windows. There is nothing more I can reveal without breaking my NDA but just wait for initial reviews on the embargo date.

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          • 21 Apr 2024

          I don't see the benefits of this. ARM for Windows is useless and neutered. I severely dislike Apple and everything they stand for, but I would advise anyone to get an Apple ARM laptop instead, because it supports more programs. Even ARM Linux would be better than ARM Windows.

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            • 20 Apr 2024

            Vreyd, 19 Apr 2024I don't quite understand what you mean. Generalization... moreIf you hear your laptop's fan spin, then it usually needs it. If you don't want it, then just remove it. It won't go well. Passively cooled laptops in my opinion are fine if they don't thermal throttle or are over 80c at maximum use/load at an extended period of time.

              HyperionBurn, 18 Apr 2024hope its reasonably priced, windows is smooth and display/b... moreIt will not be it will start on prices as MacBook from 1000 euros on basic tiers with lowest memory. Do you expect really Snapdragon to be cheaper then they litteraly murdering Intel low power chipsets? It's directly aimed for MacBook M series replacement, it will not be cheap at all.

                Vreyd, 19 Apr 2024I don't quite understand what you mean. Generalization... moreIt's a good idea to READ CAREFULLY before replying.

                "All laptops need fans 'or' some superb heatsinks, 'especially' for gaming, productivity or rendering."


                Don't jump the gun. All processors need heat dissipation and better heat management. The new Snapdragon X series probably isn't made for entry level laptops. They are probably for mid rangers and high end systems. Also, short bursts are fine, but anything longer than a few mins, its a good idea to have good heat management system in place.

                  Vreyd, 19 Apr 2024I don't quite understand what you mean. Generalization... moreI've never had a laptop who's fans are louder than inside a train, plus having fans doesn't mean they are at full blast all the time, they can even be static if there is no need.

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                    • 20 Apr 2024

                    I Don't believe the real one will be close to that thinness, by these images it seems like it is thinner than the usb c port, usb c port is literraly overshooting the body, i believe it would pose structural rigidity issues

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                        dave, 19 Apr 2024could you share your laptop model? and processor information?Yoga pro 7i 2024
                        Intel core ultra 5 125H, 7core intel arc gpu
                        16GB ram, 500GB ssd tlc+1tb ssd
                        3k display 120Hz, 73wh battery, 100w charger
                        4 speakers

                          68% less power is a game changer for me

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                            • 19 Apr 2024

                            TheLastOracle, 19 Apr 2024Hopefully Snapdragon X Elite processor price doesn't k... moreI don't quite understand what you mean. Generalizations in this form are always useless.

                            Could you please explain to me why ALL laptops need fans? If I'm working and answering emails on the train, I don't need a 2000 RPM fan with a volume of >30 dB - let alone the other passengers.

                            Not everyone uses a laptop for gaming.

                            I would be pleased if more thought was given to the matter and people thought outside the box before writing something.

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                              JayRoar, 19 Apr 2024I also got the pro 7 but with intel arc integrated and i st... morecould you share your laptop model? and processor information?

                                Anonymous, 19 Apr 2024It’s ARM so better battery life is expected.It's not when Microsoft's spaghetti code is running on top of it. Apple solved their backwards compatibility through top notch emulation and basically had all the apps ported in basically 1 year time when they introduced ARM CPU's. Windows for ARM has been around for over a decade and it's still horrid. What makes you all think it's any different now? It doesn't matter if Qualcomm makes the best chipset in the world when 30% of its performance is instantly lost just because it's running Windows for ARM?

                                  Hopefully Snapdragon X Elite processor price doesn't kill the enthusiasm for Intel and Apple alternative laptop chips. Also fanless is a bad idea. All laptops need fans or some superb heatsinks, especially for gaming, productivity or rendering. And considering that this range is being advertised as a premium product, it's essential to have great heat management.

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                                    • 19 Apr 2024

                                    Da Gud Shepherd, 18 Apr 2024WTH! Windows for ARM, like in made specifically for ARM. ... moreIt’s ARM so better battery life is expected.

                                      B52, 19 Apr 2024I switched from MB 13 Pro M1 to a Lenovo Yoga 7 Pro with de... moreI also got the pro 7 but with intel arc integrated and i still get more than 10hrs. I dont usually game though, just purely office works with a little bit of editing. Sound here is very good

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                                        • 19 Apr 2024

                                        Its success depends on the performance of the OS, especially when the laptop isn’t charging, and software compatibility.

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