On its Korean website, Samsung says its new Snapdragon-powered Galaxy Book 4 Edge is not compatible with or cannot install some Adobe apps, Fortnite, and more
Popular games, other software are found incompatible with model using Microsoft Windows and Qualcomm chip
Wall Street Journal
Context & Ripple Effects
Samsung had previously paired Snapdragon chips with thin, connected laptops, but its earlier Galaxy Book 2 was also associated with Windows on ARM software issues. The Book4 Edge makes that compatibility trade-off explicit for named creative and gaming software.
The limitation is consequential because a later Galaxy Book4 Edge assessment again identified ARM compatibility as a constraint, while a broader test of leading games on ARM Copilot+ PCs found uneven results. This is a platform-readiness issue, not merely a hardware-spec comparison.
First-order effects
Galaxy Book4 Edge buyers using the Snapdragon configuration may be unable to install or use some Adobe applications, Fortnite, and other listed software, narrowing the device’s practical fit for those workloads.
Samsung must communicate a more qualified software experience for this model than for conventional Windows laptops, while Microsoft and Qualcomm face a visible compatibility gap on a flagship ARM PC.
Second-order effects
Software vendors and game publishers face greater pressure to validate, optimize, or clearly exclude their Windows-on-ARM versions as ARM PCs reach more buyers.
Buyers whose work or play depends on unsupported titles may favor Intel-based Galaxy Book4 configurations or other conventional Windows systems, limiting how much battery-life and mobility advantages can determine purchase decisions.
Third-order effects
If high-profile applications remain unavailable, Windows-on-ARM adoption will depend less on chip performance alone and more on a durable developer-support and compatibility layer.
The episode reinforces a heterogeneous-PC market: ARM systems can expand in mobile-oriented segments, but x86 compatibility remains a meaningful competitive moat until software coverage improves.
The trend: AI-era Windows PCs are broadening processor choices, but software compatibility is becoming the key constraint on how quickly ARM laptops can move beyond specialized use cases.
Okay, I finally got my answer. In single-thread performance, the X Elite consumes a 14W, which is 40% more than the M3, but it delivers lower performance. Based on the Cinebench 2024 scores (both run natively), Oryon's efficiency is almost half that of the M3 [image]
@tomwarren
Tom Warren on x
if you're wondering where all the Copilot+ PC reviews are, Microsoft hasn't seeded Surface devices for reviews because of the last minute Recall changes. My Surface Laptop just arrived, and Microsoft has made the packaging minimalist this time around 👍 [image]
@zacbowden
Zac Bowden on x
For those wondering where all the Copilot+ PC reviews are, after the Recall debacle last week MS told OEMs to hold review units until June 18 so it could put together a new ZDP that removes Recall / adds fixes. So most media outlets are only just getting review devices today.
@thurrott
Paul Thurrott on x
Former Windows head Terry Myerson once told me the goal of partnering with Qualcomm on Windows on Arm was to “get those f#$%ing Intel stickers off of PCs.” Mission accomplished, Terry. There are no Intel stickers on the new Qualcomm-based Copilot+ PCs. [image]
@vadimyuryev
Vadim Yuryev on x
@BarryGoodStocks The trackpad is amazing! Feels like Apple's Magic Trackpad. I'm happy they copied lol.
@stevesi
Steven Sinofsky on x
Someone should make a complete list of all the offers presented on a clean setup of a new Windows PC. Not just the offers but the different UI mechanisms to make the offer. Me, I just want to file assault charges.
@barrygoodstocks
Caleb Barry on x
@VadimYuryev Why are they copying the MacBook Air lol!?!? do they not have any originality?
@stevesi
Steven Sinofsky on x
How's setup on Qualcomm going for you? Me... [image]
@danielnewmanuv
Daniel Newman on x
A big day in the world of PCs as it is the official launch day for the Copilot+PC. Spoke to Pavan👇🏻 at Computex and you can sense the enthusiasm in the market. Also chatted to @Qualcomm CEO @cristianoamon at the same event and the partnership with Microsoft was highlighted quite.…
@greengart
Avi Greengart on x
Hello @HP EliteBook Copilot+ PC, and Happy @Snapdragon X Elite Day! “EliteBook?” HP is using the new Windows/AI and Qualcomm chipset as an opportunity to rebrand and simplify its consumer and enterprise PC lineup going forward. Smart. [image]
@daniel_rubino
Daniel Rubino on x
We have *many* more of these reviews coming, but here's the first for the new Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite chip featured in ASUS's new VivoBook S 15. So, does it live up to what was promised? Check out @zacbowden's deep dive review: https://www.windowscentral.com/ ... #Qualcomm
@surface
@surface on x
Faster, smarter, lighter, and AI-enhanced. The all-new Surface Pro and Surface Laptop, Copilot+ PCs, are available to order today! 🥳 https://www.microsoft.com/... [image]
@snapdragon
@snapdragon on x
The day is finally here. @Microsoft Copilot+ PCs, exclusively powered by #SnapdragonXSeries, are now available from a wide array of partners. The new era of computing starts today. [video]
@ai_for_success
AshutoshShrivastava on x
🚨 Microsoft didn't get Voice feature from OpenAI after 49% stake you think we will get 😂😂 Windows launched Copilot+ PCs today, but real-time conversations which was powered by OpenAI's GPT-4o is missing from the blog post 👀. The Recall feature is also coming soon. [video]
@satyanadella
Satya Nadella on x
Today marks the beginning of a new era for Windows, with the launch of Copilot+ PCs. We can't wait to see how these new AI-powered devices empower people to be more productive and creative.
@pavandavuluri
Pavan Davuluri on x
Proud to share that today, Copilot+ PCs become available for customers around the world. These are our fastest, most intelligent Windows PCs ever - reimagined from the inside out to deliver incredible performance and all new AI experiences to unlock new levels of productivity and…
@zacbowden
Zac Bowden on x
I've been using a Snapdragon X Elite powered Copilot+ PC for the last week. Does Qualcomm's new chip live up to the hype? Find out in my review of the ASUS VivoBook S 15! LINK: https://www.windowscentral.com/ ... #Snapdragon #ASUS #CopilotPlus
@benbajarin
Ben Bajarin on x
From all we have seen, heard, it seems the biggest takeaway from the Snapdragon X Elite laptops is the drastic increase in battery life for Windows machines. Which, by itself, will get attention with the market.
@tomwarren
Tom Warren on x
Microsoft now notes in the Copilot+ PC setup process that the Recall feature is “coming soon” [image]
@yusuf_i_mehdi
Yusuf Mehdi on x
Today, our all-new Copilot+ PCs are available: the fastest, most intelligent Windows PCs on the market, equipped with all new AI experiences to help you do more of what you love. Learn more: https://blogs.windows.com/... [image]
r/Surface
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Top things to know about Copilot+ PCs from Microsoft Surface, available today at Microsoft.com