Huawei has unveiled its latest PC products, the Qingyun W515x and W585x, marking a significant step in its PC lineup with the introduction of the Kirin 9000C processor. The Kirin 9000C is an 8-core, 12-thread processor with a clock speed of up to 2.48GHz, offering a robust performance for various computing needs. The announcement comes amidst ongoing tensions between the US and Huawei, which restricted the Chinese tech giant from using certain American technologies, including Intel chips.
The Qingyun W515x and W585x models cater
to different user requirements, with the W515x available in several
configurations: 8GB or 16GB of RAM paired with storage options of 256GB SSD,
256GB SSD with 1TB HDD, 512GB SSD, or 512GB SSD with 1TB HDD. The W585x, on the
other hand, is equipped with 8GB of RAM and a 256GB SSD, positioning itself as
a more streamlined option compared to its predecessor, the W585.
Both models feature integrated graphics,
supporting everyday computing tasks without the need for discrete graphics
cards. Connectivity is well-addressed with the W515x offering a range of ports:
a front 3.5mm audio jack, a USB-C port, and three USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 ports. The
rear of the unit includes additional audio input/output interfaces, a VGA port,
an HDMI port, a serial port, four USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 ports, and an RJ45 Ethernet
port. This comprehensive set of interfaces ensures compatibility with a wide
array of peripherals and accessories.
In terms of operating systems, these new
PCs debut with KOS (Kirin OS) version 2403 and UOS version 1070, indicating
Huawei’s focus on integrating its software ecosystem. Huawei’s Qingyun series,
launched in March 2023, caters to the commercial sector and offers a range of
products beyond smartphones, including notebooks, tablets, printers, and smart
screens.
Previously, the Qingyun lineup featured
the B730 and B530 desktop models, which utilized Intel’s 12th generation Core
processors and ran on Windows 11 Home or Professional editions. The shift to
the Kirin 9000C processor in the latest models highlights Huawei’s strategy to
reduce reliance on external suppliers and enhance its proprietary technology
capabilities.
It will be interesting to see how Huawei
positions these new desktops against competitors and how they are received by
the commercial PC market.
