Qualcomm Retracts Select Snapdragon C Power Efficiency Benchmarks
Qualcomm has updated its benchmark slides for the Snapdragon C chip, removing idle apps and web browsing results. The change is attributed to improving clarity and relevance, but raises questions about the original claims made by the company.
The tech industry is abuzz with the latest development from Qualcomm, as the company has retracted select power efficiency benchmarks for its new Snapdragon C chip. The change comes nearly a week after the original announcement, and has left many in the industry wondering about the reasons behind the update.
Qualcomm has asked publications to replace the original slide with an updated version, which removes the idle apps and web browsing results. The company claims that the change was made to "improve clarity and relevance," but the removal of the tests so long after the original announcement raises more questions than it answers.
The updated slide still includes results for the Snapdragon C chip, which is designed to target laptops as inexpensive as $300. The chip features eight Kryo CPU cores, which can boost up to 3 GHz on a single core, and up to 2 GHz across all cores. The benchmarks compare the Snapdragon C to Intel's N250, a quad-core chip built on Intel 7 that operates at up to 3.8 GHz.
## Comparison of Snapdragon C and Intel N250
| | Snapdragon C | Intel N250 | | --- | --- | --- | | Cores | 8 Kryo CPU cores | 4 quad-core cores | | Boost Clock | up to 3 GHz (single core), up to 2 GHz (all cores) | up to 3.8 GHz | | Power Source | battery power | battery power (N250), AC power (expected) |
The removal of the idle apps and web browsing results has sparked debate in the industry, with some questioning the motives behind the change. Qualcomm has not provided a clear explanation for the removal of these results, leaving many to speculate about the reasons behind the update.
## Implications for the Industry
The retraction of the power efficiency benchmarks has significant implications for the industry. The Snapdragon C chip was designed to be a cost-effective alternative to traditional laptop processors, and the removal of the idle apps and web browsing results raises questions about the chip's efficiency in real-world scenarios.
The update also highlights the importance of transparency in the tech industry. As companies make claims about their products, it is essential that they provide accurate and reliable data to support those claims. The retraction of the power efficiency benchmarks serves as a reminder of the need for companies to be transparent and accountable in their marketing and sales efforts.
The industry will be watching closely to see how Qualcomm responds to the controversy surrounding the updated slide. As the company continues to develop and market its Snapdragon C chip, it will be essential for them to provide clear and accurate information about the product's capabilities and limitations.
