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Uzone.id – Microsoft has introduced a new standard for AI-powered laptops, called Copilot+ PC. This standard demands that devices have advanced AI hardware capable of handling numerous AI models, including Copilot, which now leverages OpenAI’s GPT-4.
Similar to Android smartphones, these AI-based features will operate locally or on-device to safeguard user privacy. The intricate AI features necessitate powerful hardware. According to Microsoft’s specifications, the device must be capable of performing at least 40 trillion operations per second (TOPS).
Currently, the Copilot+ PC standard is primarily focused on ARM-based processors such as Snapdragon X Elite and Snapdragon X Plus. In the future, Microsoft aims to extend the Copilot+ PC standard to x86 processors from Intel and AMD.
Several AI laptops featuring Copilot+ PC are already available in the market, from brands like Microsoft, Asus, Lenovo, and others. All these laptops are equipped with exclusive Microsoft features including Live Caption, enhanced Windows Studio Effects, Microsoft Copilot with various plugins, and AI-Generated Content-based Co-Creator.
1. Lenovo Yoga Slim 7x
The Lenovo Yoga Slim 7x is a compact laptop powered by the Snapdragon X Elite processor, Qualcomm’s top-tier offering. Its CPU is based on the 12-core Oryon and features a Hexagon NPU, making it a Copilot+ PC.
This laptop boasts a 14.5-inch OLED display with a 3K resolution and a wide 16:10 aspect ratio. The screen offers a smooth user experience with a 90Hz refresh rate.
Outdoor use is also well-supported, thanks to the screen’s 1,000 nits peak brightness, 100% sRGB and P3 color gamut coverage, and TUV Rheinland-certified blue light filter.
Despite its compact form factor, the Lenovo Yoga Slim 7x packs up to 32GB of LPDDR5X RAM, a PCIe Gen 4 2242 M.2 SSD up to 1TB, and a 70Whr battery.
One drawback is the limited port selection. There are only three USB-C ports, although Lenovo includes a dongle in the box for additional connectivity options.
2. Asus Vivobook S 15 OLED
Asus also has a laptop powered by the Snapdragon X Elite, called the Vivobook S 15 OLED. Its specifications are more or less the same as the Lenovo Yoga Slim 7x, except for a slightly larger form factor.
It features a 15.6-inch OLED display, which Asus calls Lumina OLED. This display offers a smoother experience with a 120Hz refresh rate and a high 3K resolution for crisp colors and details.
In addition to Microsoft’s built-in AI features, Asus has included a feature called StoryCube. This feature is similar to a desktop version of Google Photos with full premium features. StoryCube is an exclusive AI-based application from Asus designed to simplify digital asset management.
3. Acer Swift 14 AI
If Asus and Lenovo only offer Snapdragon X Elite versions, Acer brings a Snapdragon X Plus variant to reach a wider range of consumers.
As the name suggests, the Acer Swift 14 AI comes with a 14.5-inch IPS display. Yes, it’s just LCD, not OLED, but the resolution reaches WQXGA (2560 x 1600 pixels). The screen refresh rate is 120Hz, typical of gaming laptops, and offers 100% sRGB color coverage.
Despite its compact size, the Acer Swift 14 AI offers a fairly complete selection of ports. There are 2x USB Type-C ports and 2x USB 3.2 Type-A ports for added flexibility.
4. Microsoft Surface Pro
The ‘owner’ of Windows has also introduced a laptop with Copilot+ PC. The latest generation Microsoft Surface Pro is the first laptop to meet the Copilot+ PC standard, before other brands followed suit.
This laptop is positioned as a competitor to Apple’s MacBook Air. It has a sleek design, is easy to carry around, and offers great performance thanks to the Snapdragon X Elite chip.
This laptop is available in two OLED screen sizes, 13.8 inches and 15 inches. The bezels around the screen are very thin, providing users with a more immersive visual experience. The screen is packed with features, offering 800 nits of brightness and HDR support.
With its premium design and advanced AI features, the Microsoft Surface Pro also offers significant improvements in performance and battery life.
5. Samsung Galaxy Book4 Edge
Last but not least, we have the Samsung Galaxy Book4 Edge, an ultra-thin laptop claimed to be even slimmer than the latest MacBook Air. Powered by the Snapdragon X Elite, this laptop offers stable performance, advanced AI, and efficient battery life that provides long usage times.
The Samsung Galaxy Book4 Edge is available in two screen size options, 14 inches and 16 inches. The panel is AMOLED, of course, the quality of Samsung Display is unquestionable.
For the 16-inch model specifically, there are some additional features such as an HDMI port, a larger touchpad, and some larger storage configurations.
Samsung has also introduced a new feature that connects its products. Copilot on the PC will be able to connect directly to Phone Link and run tasks on the user’s Samsung phone or tablet.
Which one do you like?
