The official release comes two months after an early browser version was spotted in Chrome’s Canary channel. Qualcomm says the release “will roll out starting today.”

This strategic move is a game-changer for users who've been tethered to the sluggish, emulated x64 Chrome version. Now, they can revel in the speed and efficiency of a browser that speaks directly to their ARM hardware.

The timing is impeccable as Qualcomm preps to unveil its Snapdragon X Elite processors, poised to redefine performance benchmarks this summer. While Google's ARM-friendly Chrome vows compatibility across the board, it's Qualcomm's silicon that's currently steering the Windows on ARM ship.

Google’s Hiroshi Lockheimer said Qualcomm's partnership was a testament to its commitment to delivering top-tier browsing experiences on ARM-compatible PCs.

Google isn't new to the ARM scene. It has previously embraced Apple's ARM-based Macs and has been a long-time proponent of ARM architecture in Chromebooks running ChromeOS. Yet, the introduction of a native ARM Chrome version for Windows heralds a pivotal moment, potentially catalysing a full-scale ARM adoption in upcoming consumer-focused Surface devices.