HP Envy X2 computer powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 makes a grand entry
HP ENVY X2 is a unique detachable computer. It has a processor that it not made by Intel or AMD. It has up to 20 hours of battery life thanks to the super low voltage processor that is more commonly used in smartphones. In short, HP ENVY X2 is the laptop that can spell eternal doom to Intel and AMD. HP ENVY x2 will be available is Spring 2018. Pricing and mobile carriers will be disclosed closer to product availability. Read on to know why this notebook can spell doom for Intel in personal computing division! HP ENVY X2 comes with a 12.3″ display and adjustable/detachable stand that turns it into a laptop.
Intel makes huge amount of money in personal computing. Nearly every laptop and desktop comes with an Intel processor inside. AMD is the only company that was able to challenge Intel a little bit. Qualcomm on the other hand has conquered smartphone industry with their Snapdragon lineup of chips. Intel tried to compete with
Qualcomm in smartphone and tablet industry and failed in a bad way. Now, Qualcomm decided to take the fight to Intel. It was well known that Microsoft and Qualcomm were working together in making Windows OS work on Qualcomm chip powered notebooks. HP ENVY X2 and ASUS NovaGO are the first two products that are powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 and run full fledged Windows Operating System. The best part is that they are always connected to the internet (given that there is a connection to use) and still come with close to a full day battery life. This is a worry not only for Intel but also for Google as these products can take Google Chromebooks head-on.
“A growing number of consumers are looking for more reliable connectivity throughout their days, and they are twice as likely to purchase a PC when it comes with built-in 4G LTE,” said Kevin Frost, vice president and general manager, consumer personal systems, HP, Inc. “The HP ENVY x2, with the world’s longest battery life in a Windows detachable PC, delivers the next generation of Always Connected PCs by providing a seamless experience anywhere life takes you.”
“Qualcomm Technologies is pleased to extend our long-standing mobile and connectivity leadership together with HP to deliver a new category of Always Connected PCs,” said Cristiano Amon, Executive Vice President, Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. and President, Qualcomm CDMA Technologies (QCT). “The HP Envy x2 successfully utilizes our expertise in these areas to offer consumers an exciting new PC experience in a compelling form factor with LTE and Wi-Fi connectivity, changing the ways in which people can interact with and use their personal computers.”
HP ENVY Key Features
- Go everywhere design: The fanless and incredibly thin and light CNC Machined Aluminum tablet is 6.9 mm and 1.54 lbs. It features a brilliant 12.3-inch diagonal touch WUXGA+ display with Corning Gorilla Glass 4 for increased durability and scratch resistance when on the go.
- Versatility for on the go: The ENVY x2 is wrapped in a sophisticated leather-like textured case in Oxford Blue and integrates a 110 to 150-degree adjustable stand to transform the device into laptop mode for comfortable viewing. The backlit keyboard has a 1.3 mm key travel for a smooth typing experience in any lighting condition. Easily switch to tablet mode to view videos and unleash creativity with the Windows Ink pen for a natural drawing and writing experience with simultaneous pen and touch.
- Ultra-fast LTE and powerful performance: Qualcomm Snapdragon X16 LTE modem supports 4G LTE-Advanced with ultra-fast downlink speeds allows for blazing fast connections. Users will also have the performance to do more with the speedy and power efficient Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 Mobile PC platform, multi-task with up to 8 GB LPDDR4X PoP memory, and store movies and pictures with up to 256 GB of storage.
- Productivity with richer connected experiences: Windows 10 S provides reliable access to familiar and verified applications like Microsoft Office and Microsoft Edge while on the go. Users get added security benefits to protect against phishing and malicious software. Users will also have a one-time option to switch to Windows 10 Pro to access the full ecosystem of Windows applications.
- Optimized battery life: Binge-watch your favorite show with battery life up to 20 hours and get up to 700 hours in Connected Modern Standby with the power efficient Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 architecture4 to be always on and in sync for instant-on access.
