The XDA website has noticed that many laptop manufacturers are still opting to use Intel CPUs in their premium laptops, despite competition from AMD Ryzen and Qualcomm Snapdragon X in the market. Examples of premium laptops for 2024 include:
Lenovo: ThinkPad X1 Carbon Aura Edition and Yoga Series 9 both with Intel CPUs
Dell: XPS 13 available in Core/Snapdragon models, while XPS 14 and XPS 16 are Intel-only
HP: Omnibook Flip with Intel
ASUS: Zenbook S14 with Intel
XDA suggests that while mid-range laptops may offer a variety of CPU options, the ultimate premium laptops from each brand will feature only the best materials, specifically Intel CPUs, with no indication of change in the near future. The reasons behind XDA’s assessment are:
Intel faces no supply issues when it comes to CPU availability, unlike AMD
Intel x86 CPUs offer superior compatibility compared to Snapdragon, especially in gaming
Customers investing in expensive laptops expect top-notch performance, which Intel provides
The upcoming Intel Core Ultra 200V Lunar Lake CPU addresses previous weaknesses in performance, GPU capabilities, and battery life of Intel CPUs.
Source: XDA
TLDR: Premium laptops from major brands continue to choose Intel CPUs over competitors like AMD and Qualcomm, with Intel’s strong supply chain, compatibility, and upcoming improvements driving their dominance in the market.
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