Huawei Qingyun HM650 Launches with Full Domestic Component Integration
Huawei has officially unveiled the Qingyun HM650, a desktop computer built entirely with components manufactured in China. This machine changes the company's hardware strategy by running on the proprietary HarmonyOS and operating without Intel or Qualcomm processors. The system is currently slated for release in China within the coming weeks, primarily targeting commercial and enterprise sectors rather than mass-market consumers, La Razón reported.
Kirin X90 Processor Manages Heat and Graphics
At the core of the HM650 sits the Kirin X90 processor, a 10-core chip capable of managing 20 threads. According to Root-Nation.com, the hardware utilizes the Ark Engine optimization alongside a dual-layer cooling system to manage the 40-watt Thermal Design Power. This configuration is intended to maintain performance while containing heat more effectively than standard desktop processors, which typically operate between 65 and 125 watts. The system also integrates the Maleoon 910 GPU to handle graphics and AI-driven tasks.
Star Shield 2.0 Protects Enterprise Data
Huawei has implemented a security framework known as Star Shield 2.0 to protect enterprise data. This architecture includes full-disk encryption at the processor level and a privacy control mechanism that regulates how applications access local files. Root-Nation.com noted that the system requires user confirmation before AI agents can perform sensitive actions, such as deleting files. The HarmonyOS ecosystem currently supports over 21,000 applications, including professional tools like ZWCAD and GstarCAD, which are designed for technical drawing and 3D modeling. These span everyday office tasks, professional design, development, and programming, alongside compatible applications such as WPS, WeChat Work, DingTalk, and Lark. The assistant can generate ready-to-use Word, PPT, and Excel files on its own, and the computers support AI assistants including WorkBuddy, Qianwen Office, and Doubao, with a special focus on information protection.
Market Implications and the Shift Away from Western Suppliers
DiarioBitcoin reported that this move puts pressure on international suppliers, noting that China accounted for 27 percent of Intel’s total sales in 2023, totaling USD $54,000 million that year. While the HM650 is the first desktop to ship with HarmonyOS, previous iterations of the Qingyun series relied on Linux distributions. The company claims that cumulative shipments of its PCs running HarmonyOS have surpassed one million units, and TechInsights noted that SMIC’s 5-nanometer process remained elusive, describing Huawei as several generations behind leading chipmakers while limited to 7 nanometers.
Future Flexibility for Third-Party Applications
Huawei está explorando planes para permitir una mayor flexibilidad en la instalación de aplicaciones en las computadoras con HarmonyOS. During the HarmonyOS Office Industry Summit 2026, Zhu Dongdong, president of the PC and tablet product line, announced plans to enable the installation of external applications on these computers during 2026, Huawei Central reported. Huawei Central reported on November 5, 2026, that the goal of the plan is to provide greater flexibility for installing applications from secure sources.
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Processor | Kirin X90 (10-core, 20-thread) |
| Operating System | HarmonyOS |
| TDP | 40 Watts |
| Security | Star Shield 2.0 |
Outstanding Questions on Pricing and Global Availability
While the technical specifications of the HM650 are now public, the company has not yet disclosed a retail price for the desktop. Huawei has provided no indication that the Qingyun HM650 will be available for purchase outside of its home market.
💻 Huawei presenta una PC sin Intel ni Windows La Qingyun HM650 integra el chip Kirin X90 y HarmonyOS empresarial. Huawei afirma que sus PC con HarmonyOS superaron el millón de envíos acumulados. China representó el 27% de las ventas de Intel en 2023. Sin precio ni fecha de… pic.twitter.com/U7VHHZkOd4
