➀ Samsung, SK hynix, and TSMC are set to overtake Intel in revenue in Q3 due to strong performance in data centers and AI. ➁ Intel's revenue projection is between $12.5 billion and $13.5 billion, lower than the expected earnings of TSMC and Nvidia. ➂ Nvidia's sales projection is around $32.5 billion, making it the likely leader in semiconductor sales.
Recent #Qualcomm news in the semiconductor industry
➀ Overview of the IFA 2024 tech showcase with focus on new CPUs and laptops; ➁ Detailed look at Intel's Lunar Lake processors and Lenovo's Auto Twist AI PC; ➂ Highlight on Acer Nitro XV240 F6 600 Hz Gaming Monitor and other notable products.
➀ The Snapdragon X Plus 'X1P-42-100' 8-Core CPU is up to 20% slower in CPU tests and 40% slower in 3DMark GPU benchmarks compared to other models. ➁ The CPU features eight Oryon cores based on a 4nm process, segmented into two clusters with different clock speeds. ➂ The Adreno X1-45 GPU delivers 1.7 TFLOPs of compute, significantly lower than other SKUs. ➃ The ASUS ProArt PZ13 laptop with this SOC scored 102 points in single-core and 649 points in multi-core tests in Cinebench 2024. ➄ In gaming tests, the GPU achieved an average of 18 FPS at 1080p on low settings and 12 FPS on high settings in Shadow of The Tomb Raider.
➀ Samsung has started supplying its LPDDR4X automotive chip to Qualcomm after completing performance verification. ➁ This marks Samsung's first collaboration with Qualcomm in the automotive chip segment. ➂ Samsung is also developing the next-generation LPDDR5 automotive chip, with samples expected in Q4 2024. ➃ The LPDDR4X chip meets the AEC-Q100 standard and guarantees stable performance in extreme temperatures. ➄ Samsung expects to strengthen its presence in the auto chip market by adding Qualcomm to its client list.
➀ Qualcomm's Snapdragon X Elite introduces the Oryon CPU, an Arm-based core from the Nuvia team, focusing on power efficiency. ➁ The CPU features include an Instruction Fetch Unit, Vector Execution Unit, Rename and Retire Unit, Integer Execution Unit, Memory Management Unit, and Load and Store Unit. ➂ The Oryon CPU showcases a balanced 13 cycle branch mispredict latency and supports a wide range of data types. ➃ The memory system includes a large L2 cache and a 6MB system-level cache, enhancing performance and efficiency. ➄ Security features are integrated to protect against potential threats in notebook environments.
❶ Qualcomm CEO Cristiano Amon announced during the 3Q24 earnings call that the company will launch $700 Snapdragon X PCs next year, offering more affordable options. ❷ Amon also mentioned that the X series product roadmap will expand to include PCs priced as low as $700 without compromising NPU performance. ❸ Qualcomm expects PCs to be a significant driver of diversification, with slow but steady growth as the market transitions.
❶ Local AI workloads are still limited; ❷ Qualcomm demonstrates strong performance on the workloads tested.
1. Qualcomm's Snapdragon X Elite and Snapdragon X Plus promise significant performance improvements. 2. The Oryon processor is based on ARMv8.7 design, featuring 12 CPU cores in three quad-core clusters. 3. The Adreno X1 GPU offers up to 4.6 TFLOPS of FP32 computation, aiming to outperform integrated solutions from AMD and Intel.
1. Qualcomm has made its AI models accessible to app developers. 2. This move allows developers to utilize Qualcomm's AI technology in building their AI-based applications.
1. The article details the CPU and GPU architecture of Qualcomm's Snapdragon X Elite and Plus, discussing their performance and efficiency compared to competitors. 2. It highlights the transition of the Oryon processor from a server-focused design to a client-oriented one, emphasizing its advanced features and capabilities. 3. The article also compares the Snapdragon X Elite and Plus models, outlining their technical specifications and potential market impact.
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