Qualcomm’s Snapdragon Chips Power Microsoft Surface Priced Up to $1,599
QCOM•Microsoft’s new Surface Pro 13 starts at $1,499 and Surface Laptop 5 begins at $1,599, reflecting a $500 increase over prior generations due to rising memory and RAM costs. The devices use Qualcomm’s ARM-based Snapdragon chips, expanding its PC chip footprint and boosting revenue prospects during a prolonged memory shortage.
1. Microsoft Unveils Priced New Surface Lineup
Microsoft launched its Surface Pro 13 at $1,499 and Surface Laptop 5 at $1,599, marking a $500 increase from 2024’s launch prices driven by rising memory and RAM costs.
2. Qualcomm’s Chips Power Surface Devices
Both models are equipped with Qualcomm’s ARM-based Snapdragon X processors, expanding the chipmaker’s footprint in the PC segment and showcasing ARM architecture’s role in portable computing.
3. Implications for Qualcomm and Market
The adoption of Snapdragon chips by a major OEM could bolster Qualcomm’s PC revenue during prolonged memory shortages, as device makers navigate component constraints and high pricing in the supply chain.
