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    {
        "role": "user",
        "content": "does%20paul%20thoroutt%20have%20a%20favorite%20brand%20and%20model%20of%20copilot%20plus%20pc%20snapdragon"
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        "role": "assistant",
        "content": "I wasn\u2019t able to find any credible information stating that someone named \u201cPaul Thoroutt\u201d has publicly shared a favorite brand or model of Copilot+ PC (Snapdragon-powered or otherwise). It\u2019s possible the name is mistaken, or that this person hasn\u2019t made such a preference known in media or interviews up through May 2026.\n\nIf you meant **Paul Thurrott** (a technology journalist who often writes about Windows and Microsoft), I couldn\u2019t locate any specific endorsement from him favoring one particular Copilot+ PC model above others. \n\nIf you want, I can try tracking down recent interviews or social media posts to see if there's an update\u2014would you prefer I check that for **Paul Thoroutt**, or verify if you meant **Paul Thurrott** instead?"
    },
    {
        "role": "user",
        "content": "try%20again%20with%20paul%20Thurrott"
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        "role": "assistant",
        "content": "I searched extensively and couldn\u2019t find any definitive statement where Paul Thurrott declares a singular favorite brand *and* model of a Copilot+ PC (Snapdragon-powered or otherwise). However, I did find several clues that hint at brands and models he seems to appreciate, plus what his preferences might be based on his recent commentary and reviews.\n\n---\n\n### What Paul Thurrott Has Said About Copilot+ PCs\n\n- Thurrott has generally welcomed the arrival of Snapdragon X-based Copilot+ PCs, calling them \u201ca new era for Windows\u201d and praising their performance and hardware advancements. ([thurrott.com](https://www.thurrott.com/mobile/copilot-pc/304963/they-did-it?utm_source=openai))  \n- He\u2019s noted that of all the Copilot+ PCs available early on, all used Snapdragon X hardware and featured high neural processing unit (NPU) specs like 45 TOPS. ([thurrott.com](https://www.thurrott.com/mobile/copilot-pc/304171/undermined-by-controversy-copilot-pc-launches?utm_source=openai))  \n- He\u2019s also made it clear that Snapdragon/X-based Copilot+ PCs were getting features first before comparably spec\u2019d Intel/AMD models. ([windowscentral.com](https://www.windowscentral.com/microsoft/windows-11/copilot-pcs-powered-by-intel-and-amd-still-trail-behind-snapdragon-counterparts-even-with-experimental-features?utm_source=openai))  \n\n---\n\n### Indicators of Thurrott\u2019s Preferences\n\nWhile Paul Thurrott hasn\u2019t picked one \u201cfavorite\u201d device, his recent writing shows admiration for certain aspects and mentions specific models he seems to have a positive view of. Here are some of those:\n\n- In his **\u201cThey Did It\u201d** and **\u201cJust a PC\u201d** pieces (2024), he mentions using a Surface Pro 7 (Snapdragon X) and an HP Snapdragon X-based model. He also expected other models (from HP and others) to arrive. ([thurrott.com](https://www.thurrott.com/mobile/copilot-pc/304963/they-did-it?utm_source=openai))  \n- He seems pleased with performance, battery life, and portability\u2014especially in light of hurdles past Copilot PCs have faced. ([thurrott.com](https://www.thurrott.com/mobile/copilot-pc/303902/just-a-pc?utm_source=openai))  \n\n---\n\n### What He Seems to Like Most in a Copilot+ PC\n\nBased on what he praises and what he writes favorably about, here are the features Thurrott seems to value highly:\n\n- Powerful Snapdragon X or X2 chips with high TOPS NPU performance (for real on-device AI) ([thurrott.com](https://www.thurrott.com/mobile/copilot-pc/304171/undermined-by-controversy-copilot-pc-launches?utm_source=openai))  \n- Thin, light form factor with good battery life ([thurrott.com](https://www.thurrott.com/mobile/copilot-pc/303902/just-a-pc?utm_source=openai))  \n- A high quality screen (OLED or high resolution) and useful port layout ([windowscentral.com](https://www.windowscentral.com/hardware/asus/asus-zenbook-a16-review?utm_source=openai))  \n- Minimal unnecessary bloatware\u2014clean software loadouts with good hardware build quality ([thurrott.com](https://www.thurrott.com/mobile/copilot-pc/336181/asus-zenbook-a16-first-impressions?utm_source=openai))  \n\n---\n\n### Recent Mention: ASUS Zenbook A16\n\nOne of the more recent devices Thurrott wrote about with praise is the **ASUS Zenbook A16 (2026, Snapdragon X2 Elite Extreme version)**:\n\n- He complimented its 16-inch 3K OLED display and called it \u201cterrific.\u201d ([thurrott.com](https://www.thurrott.com/mobile/copilot-pc/336181/asus-zenbook-a16-first-impressions?utm_source=openai))  \n- He liked its lightweight design and the fact it includes all the essential Copilot+ PC features in a polished package. ([windowscentral.com](https://www.windowscentral.com/hardware/asus/asus-zenbook-a16-review?utm_source=openai))  \n\nIt\u2019s **not clear** if the Zenbook A16 is his *favorite*, but it appears to be among the devices he respects due to balancing the right mix of performance, design, portability, and newer NPU tech.\n\n---\n\n### Bottom Line\n\n- **No clear favorite single brand/model**: Thurrott hasn\u2019t publicly declared \u201cthis is the best\u201d Copilot+ PC.\n- **ASUS (Zenbook A16)** comes up strongly as a device he seems impressed with based on recent impressions and reviews.\n- His preferences lean toward high NPU performance, solid build, lightweight design, and clean software.\n\nIf you like, I can dig up quotes from a recent podcast or article to see if Thurrott has leaned further lately\u2014he might have named a favorite in a more casual setting. Do you want me to search for that?"
    }
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