Lenovo introduces two mini PCs with Snapdragon X series processors

GEECOM is not the only company Windows desktop debuts on ARM powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon X-series processor at CES 2025.

new from Lenovo ThinkCentre neo 50q QC is a small business PC with support for the Qualcomm Snapdragon X Plus processor and a starting price of $849. It should become available in February 2025. And new IdeaCenter Mini X it’s a consumer model that’s expected to hit the streets later this year. Exact pricing, availability and specifications for this model have not yet been announced.

The starting price of $849 seems a little high for an entry-level Snapdragon X-powered PC, as Qualcomm specifically added this entry-level octa-core processor to its lineup of PC chips to add support for cheaper computers prices start at $600. But it’s likely that at least part of this is due to the fact that the ThinkCentre neo 50q QC is aimed at small businesses and enterprise customers rather than the general public.

Hopefully consumer models will have lower starting prices – although it’s worth noting that Tom’s Hardware Reports what Lenovo IdeaCentre Mini X will be only comes with a Snapdragon X Plus processor rather than the cheaper Snapdragon X chip, as this mini PC is “designed for professionals and creatives.” Hopefully more details about this model will be released in the coming months.

So why choose a mini PC with a Snapdragon X or X Plus processor rather than spending money on a laptop with the same chip? Ports: ThinkCentre neo 50q QC has much more There are more of these than on a typical laptop, including HDMI, DisplayPort and Ethernet connectors, as well as a large number of USB ports.

The computer case also has space for two solid-state drives. Unfortunately, the memory is LPDDR5x RAM soldered to the motherboard, so it’s not user upgradeable.

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