Snapdragon X Elite Now Integrates Qualcomm’s New Adreno Control Panel for Customized GPU Settings to Enhance Gaming Framerate, Currently in Beta

Qualcomm has made headlines with its announcement of the Snapdragon X Elite, a processor claiming the capability to run the latest AAA gaming titles. However, it is essential for gamers to approach these claims with realistic expectations, particularly regarding performance derived from an integrated graphics processor. By making slight adjustments, it’s possible to achieve marginally higher frame rates—an enhancement that was traditionally limited to dedicated desktop and laptop GPUs. Now, with the debut of the Adreno Control Panel, users of Snapdragon X Elite-powered laptops can enjoy similar benefits, though there’s still considerable development ahead.

Understanding the Adreno Control Panel and Its Capabilities

The Adreno Control Panel enables users to update GPU drivers for the Snapdragon X Elite, ensuring that performance remains at its peak. However, it’s vital to keep realistic expectations in check. Qualcomm has noted that the Adreno Control Panel is currently in its beta stage. For eager users wishing to gain early access, the software is available for download here.

This utility bears similarities to NVIDIA’s Control Panel and AMD’s Adrenalin software, providing users with the flexibility to adjust various video settings. These settings include options for texture filtering, anisotropic filtering, and frame rate capping. Additionally, users can create tailored profiles for specific games, further enhancing their gaming experience.

Boosting Performance with Video Super Resolution

Among these features, Video Super Resolution stands out as a significant tool for improving frame rates, functioning similarly to NVIDIA’s DLSS and AMD’s FidelityFX Super Resolution (FSR).While the other graphics settings offered are fairly standard in most games, they can be modified for optimal performance. Reports indicate that the Adreno GPU within the Snapdragon X Elite can handle games such as Baldur’s Gate 3 at about 30 FPS and Control at 40 FPS.

Adreno Control Panel compatible with the Snapdragon X Elite

Unfortunately, these frame rates may not be particularly impressive when you consider that in-game settings and resolutions must often be scaled back to achieve them. Nevertheless, the introduction of the Adreno Control Panel indicates Qualcomm’s commitment to fostering a gaming environment on the Snapdragon X Elite platform, with anticipated titles like Fortnite poised to join its roster in the near future.

In terms of raw performance, a clearer picture will only emerge with future iterations of the Snapdragon X Elite. The ongoing competition among Qualcomm, NVIDIA, and AMD suggests that until new advancements are made, it may be premature to place all three companies in the same performance discussion.

News Source: Qualcomm

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