The modern workplace demands more from technology than ever before. Remote work, hybrid teams, and always-on connectivity have fundamentally changed how we think about productivity. When Dell Technologies and Qualcomm Technologies joined forces, they didn’t just create another laptop—they reimagined what workplace efficiency could look like.
This collaboration brings together four decades of Dell’s enterprise expertise with the revolutionary Snapdragon technology from Qualcomm Technologies. The result? Computing devices that deliver all-day battery life, consistent performance when unplugged*, and AI capabilities that work seamlessly without constant internet connectivity.
The collaboration addresses three critical workplace challenges: the need for truly portable performance, sustainable technology solutions, and intelligent computing that enhances rather than complicates daily workflows. Here’s how this joint effort is reshaping workplace efficiency for modern professionals.
The Power of Purpose-Built Innovation
Dell and Qualcomm Technologies’ collaboration stems from a shared understanding of what users actually need from their devices. Rather than focusing solely on raw specifications, both companies prioritised real-world performance that matches how people work.
Battery Life That Actually Lasts
Many laptops promise all-day battery life but fail to deliver when it matters most. Dell devices powered by Snapdragon are committed to last—users report working through full days without charging, and sometimes even longer.
One Dell executive shared a telling example: after forgetting to charge his Latitude 7455 while travelling over the weekend, he discovered 90% battery remaining on Monday morning. He worked a full eight-hour day before needing to plug in, demonstrating the practical impact of power-efficient design.
This isn’t just convenient—it fundamentally changes how people work. Professionals can attend back-to-back meetings, travel between locations, and work from various environments without constantly seeking power outlets or carrying multiple chargers.
Performance That Doesn’t Compromise
Dell devices also maintain consistent performance, whether they are plugged in or running on battery. Many laptops perform less effectively when unplugged, forcing users to choose between portability and productivity.
Qualcomm Technologies’ approach draws from mobile technology principles. Just as smartphones must perform excellently while unplugged, laptops should deliver the same consistency. The Snapdragon X Series processors achieve this through integrated architecture—combining CPU, GPU, and AI processing units into a single, power-efficient system-on-chip.
This design philosophy eliminates the traditional trade-off between performance and battery life. Users experience the same responsiveness during intensive tasks whether they’re at their desk or working remotely.
AI That Works Everywhere
Artificial intelligence capabilities often depend on cloud connectivity, creating limitations for mobile workers. However, Qualcomm Technologies’ solution embeds AI processing directly into the device through the Qualcomm Hexagon Neural Processing Unit (NPU).
On-Device Intelligence
This approach enables powerful AI features that function regardless of internet connectivity. Business executives can use small language models to analyse customer data during flights, draft contextual emails, or prepare for meetings using locally stored information.
And the privacy implications of this are significant. Rather than send sensitive data to external servers, AI processing can happen entirely on the device. This approach helps reduce security risks while ensuring consistent functionality across different network environments.
Knowledge workers and data scientists benefit from AI-powered multitasking capabilities that don’t require constant cloud access. Whether running simulations, performing analysis, or editing video content, the AI processing enhances productivity without external dependencies.
Customised Business Applications
IT departments can deploy tailored AI models using only curated company data. This targeted approach reduces AI hallucinations while maintaining complete data privacy. Everything remains local, giving organisations control over their information while leveraging AI capabilities.
Sustainable Efficiency
The collaboration addresses sustainability through multiple approaches that benefit both organisations and the environment. Reduced charging requirements directly translate to lower energy consumption and decreased carbon emissions.
Extended Hardware Lifecycles
Power-efficient systems experience less battery degradation over time. Laptops that require frequent charging put more stress on battery components, shortening device lifecycles. Dell devices powered by Snapdragon maintain their battery health for longer, extending useful device life and reducing replacement frequency.
Dell’s commitment to sustainable materials complements this efficiency. Ocean-bound plastics, modular designs for easier repair, and aluminium chassis contribute to reduced environmental impact while maintaining premium build quality.
Total Cost of Ownership Benefits
Longer battery life, extended device lifecycles, and reduced energy consumption create tangible cost savings for organisations. Employees need fewer chargers, experience less downtime, and require device replacements less frequently.
The efficiency gains compound across large organisations. Reduced support calls for battery issues, fewer power adapters to purchase and manage, and longer device refresh cycles all contribute to meaningful cost reductions.
Real-World Applications Across Industries
The Dell-Qualcomm Technologies collaboration serves diverse professional needs through thoughtful device design and feature implementation.
Mobile Executives and Consultants
Business leaders who travel frequently benefit enormously from truly portable performance. Long flights become productive work sessions rather than battery-management exercises. The combination of extended battery life, consistent performance, and offline AI capabilities transforms mobile work experiences.
International travel particularly highlights these benefits. Professionals can work productively throughout long-haul flights, navigate different time zones without performance degradation, and access AI-powered insights regardless of connectivity quality.
Creative Professionals
Video editors, designers, and content creators also benefit from sustained performance while using laptops unplugged, as creative workflows tend to involve resource-intensive tasks.
Dell devices powered by Snapdragon allow creatives to work flexibly across locations, accommodating travel and supporting creative inspiration that strikes outside traditional office environments.
Field Workers and Remote Teams
Professionals working in challenging environments—from construction sites to research locations—need reliable technology that doesn’t compromise performance. The combination of efficient cooling (reducing fan noise and heat), consistent performance, and extended battery life supports productive work in varied conditions.
The Technology Behind the Transformation
Understanding how this efficiency is achieved reveals why the Dell-Qualcomm Technologies collaboration creates such practical benefits for users.
Integrated Architecture Advantages
Qualcomm Technologies’ system-on-chip design integrates multiple processing components that traditionally operate separately. This integration reduces power consumption, improves thermal management, and enables more efficient data processing between components.
The Qualcomm Oryon CPU, Hexagon NPU, and integrated Qualcomm Adreno GPU work together seamlessly. Rather than separate components competing for power and generating individual heat signatures, the integrated approach optimises system-wide efficiency.
Connectivity Excellence
With Wi-Fi 7 and 5G capabilities built into the device, users can achieve optimal connectivity without external dongles or adapters. This integration maintains the sleek device profiles users expect while providing enterprise-grade connectivity options.
Always-on connectivity complements the AI capabilities, enabling seamless transitions between offline and online work modes. When connectivity is available, devices can sync and update. When offline, full functionality continues uninterrupted.
Looking Forward: Continuous Innovation
These devices are only the beginning of this collaboration between Dell and Qualcomm Technologies. Future developments will focus on pushing boundaries further in battery life, performance, connectivity, and AI experiences.
The collaboration will continue to evolve, based on real user feedback and changing workplace needs. As hybrid work models mature and AI integration becomes more sophisticated, Dell and Qualcomm Technologies will adapt their collaboration to meet emerging requirements.
Transforming How We Think About Workplace Technology
We know that meaningful workplace efficiency comes from understanding how people actually work. Rather than incremental improvements to existing approaches, this collaboration fundamentally rethinks what workplace technology should accomplish.
True efficiency emerges when technology supports natural work patterns rather than forcing adaptation to technical limitations. All-day battery life, consistent performance, intelligent features, and sustainable design create tools that enhance rather than hinder productivity.
For organisations evaluating technology investments, this collaboration offers a glimpse into workplace computing’s future. The combination of proven enterprise expertise with cutting-edge mobile technology creates solutions that address real workplace challenges.
The future of workplace efficiency isn’t about faster processors or bigger batteries—it’s about thoughtful integration of technologies that understand and support how people naturally work best.
* CPU Performance is based on Geekbench v6.2 Single-Core on Windows 11 OS run in October 2024. Snapdragon X Elite (XIE-80-100) was tested using a Dell XPS 13 (9345) on “Balanced” Power Mode in Windows and “Optimized” in Dell Power Manager. Intel Core Ultra 7 256V was tested using a Dell XPS 13 (9350) on “Balanced” Power Mode in Windows and “Standard mode” in Windows and “Optimized” in Dell Power Manager. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 was tested using an ASUS VivoBook S14 (M5406WA) on “Balanced” Power Mode in Windows and “Standard mode” in MyASUS. Power and performance comparison reflects results based on measurements and hardware instrumentation of given devices.
Snapdragon and Qualcomm branded products are products of Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. and/or its subsidiaries. Battery life varies significantly based on device, settings, usage, and other factors.
