đ§ Westcoast Introduces Qualcomm Snapdragon X Series Processors to the UK Channel
Westcoast, one of the UKâs largest IT distributors, has officially announced that it will be bringing Qualcommâs latest Snapdragon X Series processors to the UK channelâushering in a new era of AI-powered computing and energy-efficient performance for Windows-based laptops and devices.
This development marks a significant milestone in the UK computing market, especially as Snapdragon chipsets have historically been more associated with smartphones and tablets. Now, with Qualcommâs Snapdragon X Elite and Snapdragon X Plus chips ready for PC platforms, Westcoast is helping to pave the way for next-generation laptopspowered by Arm-based architecture.
đ What Are Snapdragon X Series Processors?
The Snapdragon X Seriesâlaunched globally by Qualcommâis a family of AI-ready, Arm-based processors designed for Windows PCs. These chips are known for:
- ⥠High-performance with low power consumption
- đ§ On-device AI capabilities using a powerful NPU (Neural Processing Unit)
- đ Always-on connectivity with integrated 5G and Wi-Fi 7
- đ» Improved battery life, potentially lasting several days on a single charge
The X Elite and X Plus are expected to rival Appleâs M-series chips, particularly in thin-and-light laptops focused on productivity and mobility.
