Qualcomm Unveils Ultra-Slim PCs Powered by Snapdragon X2 Elite

At the Snapdragon Summit, Qualcomm introduced its Snapdragon X2 Elite processors, the direct successors to last year’s X Elite line. The first series marked a turning point for Windows on ARM and was designed to challenge Apple’s M chips. Now the company is pushing the concept further with new devices built on this platform.

Compact Designs With Bold Ideas

Among the prototypes on display were laptops, tablets, and two unusual mini PC concepts. Both machines use Frore Systems’ AirJet cooling, a solid-state solution that relies on vibrating membranes to push air through microscopic openings. This method makes active cooling possible without fans and allows cases thinner than half an inch.

The first concept takes the shape of a sleek aluminum disk with Snapdragon’s signature red accent. At a glance it looks more like a wireless charger than a PC, yet it houses a full Snapdragon X2 Elite chip. The system offers two USB-C ports, an audio jack, and a barrel power connector. External monitors can connect through USB-C with DisplayPort support.

The second prototype is a modular all-in-one design. The computing unit sits inside the monitor stand and can be detached for upgrades. Unlike traditional all-in-ones from brands like Dell or Lenovo, this version keeps the main hardware swappable without replacing the entire display. The module is almost as thin as a USB-C connector.

Looking Ahead

Qualcomm confirmed that it is already working with several Taiwanese manufacturers. Commercial versions of these ultra-slim PCs may appear in 2026 alongside the first consumer devices running Snapdragon X2 Elite. If they arrive as promised, the line between design experiments and practical computers could become very thin indeed.