Qualcomm's Snapdragon X Plus 8-Core CPU Benchmarks Show Mixed Performance

New benchmarks reveal decent single-core performance but significant GPU limitations for Qualcomm's budget-friendly chip.

The Snapdragon X Plus 8-core CPU shows a 5% drop in single-core performance compared to its 10-core variant.
Multi-core performance lags by 20%, reflecting the reduction in cores.
GPU benchmarks reveal up to 40% lower performance than higher-end models, with poor gaming capabilities.
Despite these limitations, the chip excels in battery life, potentially requiring only weekly charging.
Priced at $700, the Snapdragon X Plus aims at budget-conscious users prioritizing web-based apps and AI features.