Microsoft launched Copilot+ PCs, designed for Windows 11, with claims of enhanced performance and productivity. These devices are reportedly up to five times faster than older Windows machines and surpass the MacBook Air M4 in speed.
Performance Benchmarks
According to a December 2025 document, Copilot+ PCs integrate upgraded hardware to boost Windows 11 capabilities. Benchmark tests conducted from June to September 2025, including Cinebench 2024, emphasize significant performance gains. Copilot+ machines reportedly offer up to 3.7 times faster AI performance, increasing NPUs from 15 TOPS to 40 TOPS.
- Microsoft claims Copilot+ PCs are 5x faster than 5-year-old devices.
- Benchmarks show these PCs outrun the MacBook Air M4 in several tests.
- AI performance noted as 3.7x improved in Copilot+ PCs.
Battery Life and Comparisons
The battery life of Copilot+ PCs is claimed to be substantial: up to 19 hours for web browsing and 27 hours for local video playback. These figures suggest battery performance up to 3.9 times longer for web usage than older models. Microsoft's comparisons mention Snapdragon X2 Elite Extreme as competitive with M4 chips, although it falls short against the M4 Max in multi-core scenarios.
Copilot Key Features
The Copilot key is highlighted as a universal productivity tool, designed to perform tasks such as summarizing web pages to flashcards, drafting emails during meetings, and trip planning. The feature aims to act as a mental reset, akin to "CTRL+ALT+DEL for your brain," according to Microsoft.
