Overview
- Qualcomm announced the Snapdragon C platform on May 28 to target entry‑tier Windows laptops priced from about $300 and up.
- The company says Snapdragon C includes an integrated neural processing unit for on‑device AI but confirmed the platform will not qualify for Microsoft Copilot+.
- Acer is the first OEM to name a Snapdragon C device, the Aspire Go 15, which lists up to 8GB of RAM, a 512GB SSD, a 15.6‑inch 1080p screen and a 53Wh battery running Windows 11.
- Qualcomm revealed Snapdragon C uses older Kryo‑style CPU cores rather than its newer Oryon cores, signaling deliberate trade‑offs to keep costs and power use low.
- Major PC makers including HP and Lenovo are committed to the platform and Qualcomm says devices will arrive later in 2026, but key performance figures, exact prices and ship dates remain undisclosed.