Tags: Mobile Chipset

Qualcomm has introduced the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, touting it as the world’s fastest mobile system‑on‑chip. Built on a third‑generation Oryon CPU, the chip delivers a 20% performance boost and 35% better CPU power efficiency while cutting overall power draw by 16%. The platform also features a Hexagon NPU that is 37% faster, enabling on‑device AI for personalized agents. It is the first mobile chipset to support recording in the Advanced Professional Video codec, giving creators professional‑grade video capabilities. A broad roster of manufacturers, including Samsung, OnePlus, OPPO and others, have pledged to use the new SoC in upcoming flagship devices. Read more

Qualcomm announced the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 mobile platform at the Snapdragon Summit 2025, emphasizing AI integration that gathers sensor data to train future models. The chipset promises the fastest performance in the industry, with a new Adreno GPU delivering a 23% boost and up to 20% lower power consumption. Qualcomm highlighted potential launch partners such as Xiaomi, OnePlus, Oppo and Samsung, suggesting the platform could power upcoming flagship devices. Enhanced image processing, gaming performance, and battery life were also touted, positioning the Gen 5 as a major step forward for AI‑centric smartphones. Read more