Apple is expected to replace Intel chips that typically power MacBooks with ARM-based creations of its own, and we keep seeing rumors pointing in that direction. But while Apple hasn’t confirmed that it’s working on A-series processors that could deliver desktop-grade performance, its partner (and rival) Qualcomm has already launched a bunch of ARM processors that can run Windows.
The latest one is the Snapdragon 8cx that has been engineered specifically for notebook use. And that’s the platform Microsoft might use on an upcoming Surface laptop.
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Microsoft might beat Apple to market with an ARM-powered laptop originally appeared on BGR.com on Tue, 25 Jun 2019 at 19:06:41 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
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