At the Snapdragon Summit, Qualcomm Technologies introduced the Snapdragon 8 Elite Mobile Platform, positioning it as the fastest and most advanced mobile system-on-a-chip available today. This platform is equipped with cutting-edge technologies such as the second-generation Qualcomm Oryon CPU, Qualcomm Adreno GPU, and an enhanced Qualcomm Hexagon NPU, delivering significant performance enhancements across various functions.
These innovations enable next-level on-device AI applications, particularly in generative AI, allowing smartphones to perform more complex tasks. Moreover, the Snapdragon 8 Elite enhances experiences in areas like camera functionality, gaming, and faster web browsing.
Companies Integrating Snapdragon 8 Elite:
Several major smartphone manufacturers, including Samsung, OnePlus, Asus, Xiaomi, Honor, and Oppo, have committed to integrating the Snapdragon 8 Elite into their upcoming devices. While specific models have not yet been revealed, some of Samsung’s Galaxy S25 models and the OnePlus 13 are anticipated to feature this powerful chipset.
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Snapdragon 8 Elite Features:
In terms of specifications, the Snapdragon 8 Elite’s Qualcomm Oryon CPU offers a 45% performance increase and a 44% boost in power efficiency, along with the mobile industry’s largest shared data cache. The newly designed Qualcomm Adreno GPU achieves 40% better performance and efficiency. Overall, the platform delivers 27% system-wide power savings, making it robust and energy-efficient.
The Qualcomm AI Engine, powered by the upgraded Hexagon NPU, improves AI performance by 45% while also enhancing efficiency. Camera capabilities are elevated through the AI-powered image signal processor (ISP), offering advanced features like 4K Semantic Segmentation. The system also includes a video object eraser and real-time skin tone and lighting adjustments.
The Snapdragon X80 5G Modem-RF System allows users to experience multi-gigabit 5G speeds and more accurate location tracking. The Qualcomm FastConnect 7900 system integrates Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and ultra-wideband (UWB) technologies for object tracking and building access control, adding further utility to the platform.
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