Huawei says it’s made a 100 percent Chinese PC
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Huawei has unveiled a desktop PC, the Qingyun HM650, that is reportedly constructed using exclusively Chinese-made components. The company announced the launch of the machine last week, highlighting its unique features. The device is powered by Huawei's proprietary Kirin X90 processor, a ten-core, 20-thread processor boasting a clock speed of 2.3 GHz.
The Qingyun HM650 runs on HarmonyOS, an operating system developed by Huawei to reduce its reliance on Android. According to reports, a single Chinese government agency has expressed interest in purchasing 600 units of the PC, a sign that the device may be more than just a curiosity as Beijing seeks to shift from Wintel boxes to local alternatives.
While Huawei claims that 100 percent of the machine's components are made in China, it is unclear if all components utilize Chinese designs, as some non-Chinese companies continue to operate factories in China. Regardless, the debut of the Qingyun HM650 poses a challenge to Intel, AMD, and Qualcomm, as the PC market continues to contract due to the rising cost of memory.
China's government is a significant buyer, and losing the opportunity to bid for its business is not likely to be advantageous.
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