Google has acknowledged that a small handful of complex Android apps may require developer tuning to perform optimally on Intel-based Googlebooks platforms. The vast majority of apps run smoothly across both Intel and Qualcomm Googlebooks right out of the box. The issue stems from Android apps being originally designed for ARM chips; Intel x86 Googlebooks rely on a hardware translation layer to execute ARM code, which can result in reduced performance and battery life.
Google is working hand-in-hand with app developers, Intel, and Qualcomm to continuously optimize performance and expand compatibility across the entire portfolio. The company offers a curated group of optimized apps, though Android apps can still be downloaded via the Play Store without prior optimization. Currently, three Intel Core 5 Googlebooks from Acer, ASUS, and Lenovo are available, alongside two ARM models equipped with the Snapdragon X Elite chip from Dell and HP.
Further testing will reveal how Android app compatibility differs across these hardware platforms.
Source: Engadget · Summarized by HeadlinesBriefing