Google has announced that it has started rolling out the stable version of Google Chrome that is optimized for computers using ARM processors. More specifically, Google has hinted that it has made the newest version of its web browser that performs much faster and smoother on the upcoming Snapdragon X Elite processor.
This will benefit not only Samsung's upcoming Galaxy Book 4 laptop with the Snapdragon X Elite chip but also existing Galaxy Book laptops with previous-generation Snapdragon chips.
ARM-optimized stable Google Chrome is available for download
The new Google Chrome version optimized for ARM and Snapdragon X Elite processor is now available for download. Google and Qualcomm have worked closely on this optimization, and they say that it offers “a dramatic performance improvement.” The ARM-optimized version of Google Chrome has been in beta testing since January 2024, and people who have tested it on computers with ARM-based processors and Windows 11 OS have reported significant performance improvements in terms of smoothness and speed.
Cristiano Amon, President and CEO of Qualcomm Inc., said, “The new version of Google Chrome will help cement Snapdragon X Elite's role as the premier platform for Windows computing starting in mid-2024.” He added, “As we enter the era of the AI PC, we can’t wait to see Chrome shine by taking advantage of the powerful Snapdragon X Elite system.”
Samsung confirmed after the announcement of the Snapdragon X Elite that it is making a device based on the new chipset. A few weeks ago, it was revealed that the device could be named the Galaxy Book 4 Edge. A recent report claimed that the Galaxy Book 4 Edge features a 14-inch screen, the Snapdragon X Elite, 16GB RAM, and 512GB SSD. It could be priced at €1,800 in Europe.
