Lenovo (00992) globally launches the Qualcomm Snapdragon X desktop AIPC: 1L in volume, earliest sales in February.

On January 9th, at CES 2025, Lenovo (00992) launched two highly targeted mini computers - ThinkCentre neo 50q and IdeaCentre Mini x. These are the world's first desktops with Qualcomm Snapdragon X series chips, and they share a common feature - they are very compact and unlock powerful Copilot+ PC functions in a portable form factor, providing consumers and business users with a new efficient office tool. Lenovo IdeaCentre Mini x The IdeaCentre Mini x is tailored for creative professionals with a 1-liter mini size. It features a built-in power supply with an easy-to-open casing design, allowing for component replacement. Despite its small size, it is equipped with two fans internally to ensure the system remains cool under high-intensity workloads. The port configuration is extensive, with a front USB-A 3.2 Gen 2 port, a USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 port, a headphone jack, and a power button. At the back, Lenovo has equipped it with two USB-A 3.2 Gen 2 ports, one USB-A 2.0 port, one USB-C 4 port, one HDMI 2.1 port, one DisplayPort 1.4 connection, and an Ethernet port, allowing for easy connection of multiple external devices for multi-screen expansion. In terms of storage and performance, the IdeaCentre Mini x offers flexible options, with a choice of Snapdragon X chip or X Plus, up to 32GB of RAM and 1TB of storage space. It also features the latest Wi-Fi 7 connectivity for high-speed wireless networking. This all-in-one product that combines portability, performance, and expandability will enter the market in April, with an expected starting price of $659.99. ThinkCentre neo 50q Focusing on the office needs of small and medium-sized businesses, the ThinkCentre neo 50q is designed to be practical and compact, with reliable performance. In terms of core configuration, it uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon X chip or X Plus, with a maximum memory capacity of 16GB, sufficient for multitasking with daily office software, document processing, data analysis, and more. The front port layout is similar to the IdeaCentre Mini x, making it convenient for quick connection of USB flash drives, portable hard drives, and other peripherals, while the headphone jack meets conference call audio needs. The rear ports are rich in variety, with two USB-A 3.2 Gen 2 ports, two USB-A 2.0 ports, one HDMI 2.1 port, one DisplayPort 1.4 connection, and an Ethernet port, meeting the connectivity needs of multiple devices in enterprise office scenarios. It uses Wi-Fi 6E for stable high-speed wireless network support. As an enterprise-level product, the ThinkCentre neo 50q has been meticulously polished for stability and manageability, reducing the burden on enterprise IT operations. It will be available in early February, with an expected starting price of $849.