New Delhi, India – February 2025 – Qualcomm has officially launched its Snapdragon X Platform in India, marking a significant milestone in AI PC innovation. The event, held in New Delhi, brought together industry leaders, OEM partners, developers, media representatives, and key executives from Qualcomm to introduce the next generation of AI-powered computing.
The event was headlined by Savi Soin, President of Qualcomm India and Senior Vice President, who emphasized Qualcomm’s commitment to on-device AI, India’s semiconductor mission, and making AI PCs accessible to everyone. He highlighted the threefold India strategy: bringing premium Snapdragon experiences across industries, increasing Snapdragon’s presence in India, and developing Snapdragon products tailored specifically for Indian consumers.
Key Highlights of the Event:
- Expansion of Snapdragon in India: Qualcomm is investing in India’s semiconductor and AI missions, with expansions in Chennai and Delhi.
- On-Device AI Evolution: AI is set to revolutionize computing, offering personalized, private, and power-efficient experiences.
- AI PC Experience Zone Launch: Qualcomm introduced India’s first Snapdragon AI PC experience zone at Croma, demonstrating real-world AI applications.
- Retail Expansion with Flipkart: Qualcomm announced a Snapdragon brand store on Flipkart, enabling 10-minute PC deliveries.
- Snapdragon X Family Expansion: Introduction of Snapdragon X, X+, and X Elite, delivering unmatched performance per watt.
- Industry-Leading Battery Life: The Snapdragon X series enables up to 32 hours of battery life, redefining mobility and efficiency.
OEM Partners Announce AI-Powered Laptops
Leading PC manufacturers unveiled their AI PC lineup powered by the Snapdragon X Platform:
- Asus: Arnold Su (Vice President, ASUS India) announced the Vivobook 16 and Zenbook A14, featuring Snapdragon X Elite with 27-32 hours of battery life. Pre-orders began at 1 PM via Amazon, Croma, Reliance Digital, and Asus exclusive stores.
- Acer: Sudhir Goel (Chief Business Office, Acer India) launched Acer’s first Snapdragon X+ laptop, offering 28 hours of battery life with a 14.5-inch 2.5K display.
- Dell: Raj Kumar Rishi (Vice President & Managing Director, Dell India) confirmed Inspiron 14 will soon debut with Snapdragon X.
- HP: Vineet Gehani (Senior Director of Personal Systems, HP India) introduced Omnibook X and EliteBook Ultra, with ProBook AI PCs launching soon.
- Lenovo: Shailendra Katyal (Managing Director, Lenovo India) reinforced Lenovo’s commitment to AI-first computing, highlighting the brand’s deep partnership with Qualcomm.
Strategic Industry Partnerships
- Microsoft: Qualcomm and Microsoft reaffirmed their partnership to bring Co-Pilot+ AI PCs to Snapdragon-powered devices.
- Tech Mahindra: Kanan, Tech Mahindra’s AI lead, showcased on-device AI applications for education and fraud detection.
- AI-Powered Innovation: Developers leverage Snapdragon’s 45 TOPS NPU for real-time AI audio processing, generative AI models, and enhanced gaming experiences.
Performance and Benchmarks
Snapdragon X series delivers industry-leading performance per watt:
- 163% faster CPU performance at the same power vs competitors.
- 157% multi-thread performance uplift.
- 45 TOPS NPU for AI-driven computing.
- 4nm process technology for exceptional efficiency.
AI PC Experience at Croma
Qualcomm has introduced the Snapdragon Experience Zone at Croma, where users can interact with AI PCs and witness the impact of on-device AI firsthand. Shibashish Roy (CEO, Croma) shared insights on how AI PCs will revolutionize consumer experiences in India.
Future of AI PCs in India
Qualcomm executives Kedar Kondap, Nitin Kumar, and Sumit Sonal emphasized that on-device AI is just beginning. With Snapdragon X, Qualcomm is redefining computing by making AI PCs accessible to all.
Savi Soin, in closing, thanked Qualcomm’s global and India teams for their hard work in making the Snapdragon X launch a reality. He expressed excitement for 2025, calling it “just the beginning” of Qualcomm’s AI-driven revolution in India.
Availability
- Snapdragon X-powered laptops are now available for pre-order.
- Retail availability starts March 10, 2025
Available at Amazon, Flipkart, Croma, Reliance Digital, and OEM exclusive stores.
Commenting on the launch, Kedar Kondap, Senior Vice President & General Manager, Compute and Gaming, Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. said:
As AI becomes essential in daily life, we see a great chance to transform the PC industry. In India, the Snapdragon X platform will expand our reach, offering advanced AI-powered computing to a new tier of consumers, making it more affordable and accessible for all. This transformation will significantly boost productivity and user satisfaction.
