Huawei Unveils 100% Chinese PC

Huawei has launched a desktop PC called the Qingyun HM650, which it claims uses only parts made in China. The machine is powered by Huawei's own Kirin X90 processor, a ten-core 20-thread processor with a clock speed of 2.3 GHz.

The Qingyun HM650 runs a newly developed enterprise version of HarmonyOS, the operating system Huawei developed to reduce its dependence on foreign technology. A Chinese government agency has already ordered 600 of the machines, which is a significant development given the Chinese government's directive to all government entities to shift away from foreign technology, specifically Wintel boxes, to local alternatives.

Huawei claims that 100 percent of the components in the Qingyun HM650 are made in China. However, it is unclear if all the components use Chinese designs, as many non-Chinese companies operate factories in China that may be used to manufacture components for the Qingyun HM650.

## Why it matters The launch of the Qingyun HM650 is significant because it marks a major shift in China's approach to technology. The Chinese government's decision to promote local alternatives to foreign technology is a blow to companies like Intel, AMD, and Qualcomm, which have traditionally dominated the market. The PC market is already shrinking due to the rising cost of memory, and losing the chance to bid for the Chinese government's business is unlikely to be helpful to these companies.

The Qingyun HM650's use of Chinese-made components also raises questions about the country's ability to develop its own technology ecosystem. While Huawei's claim of 100 percent Chinese components is impressive, it is unclear how much of the technology is truly indigenous. Nevertheless, the launch of the Qingyun HM650 is a significant development in the global technology landscape, and its implications will be closely watched by industry observers.