Qualcomm Unveils Snapdragon 8 Elite with the World’s Fastest Mobile CPU

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Qualcomm Unveils Snapdragon 8 Elite With the World’s Fastest Mobile CPU | Qualcomm

The Snapdragon 8 Elite marks a groundbreaking milestone as the first Snapdragon Mobile Platform to feature Qualcomm’s next-generation, custom Qualcomm Oryon™ CPU.

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Highlights:

• Snapdragon 8 Elite is the first Snapdragon Mobile Platform featuring Qualcomm’s next gen custom Qualcomm Oryon™ CPU.
• The platform powers a new era of on-device generative AI, built to handle the complexities of multi-modal AI seamlessly while prioritizing privacy.
• Leading OEMs and smartphone brands including ASUS, Honor, iQOO, Motorola, Nubia, OnePlus, OPPO, RedMagic, redmi, realme, Samsung, Vivo, Xiaomi, ZTE, and more, are poised to launch devices powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite, in the coming weeks.

At Snapdragon Summit, Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. unveiled the Snapdragon® 8 Elite Mobile Platform, the most powerful and world’s fastest mobile system-on-a-chip ever1. Our flagship mobile platforms are now taking on the Elite name, showcasing the remarkable progress it represents for the industry. This platform debuts industry leading technologies such as the second generation custom-built Qualcomm Oryon CPU, Qualcomm® Adreno™ GPU and enhanced Qualcomm® Hexagon™ NPU, all of which deliver game changing performance improvements2. These innovations empower the Snapdragon 8 Elite to transform user experiences with their devices – making on-device multi-modal generative AI applications a reality on smartphones powered by Snapdragon. These technologies also fuel many other experiences across camera capabilities, with our most powerful AI-ISP, as well as next level gaming, super-fast web browsing and more.

"We are so excited to bring the power of Qualcomm Oryon to our Snapdragon mobile platforms for the first time. Earlier this year we debuted it in PCs, delivering remarkable experiences and unparallel battery life to PC users, energizing the industry and getting the attention of consumers. Today, our second generation of the Qualcomm Oryon CPU debuts in our flagship Mobile Platform – it's a major leap forward and we expect consumers to be thrilled with the new experiences enabled by our CPU technology” said Chris Patrick, senior vice president and general manager of mobile handsets, Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. "With leading CPU, GPU and NPU capabilities, the Snapdragon 8 Elite delivers dramatic performance enhancements and power efficiency 3. In addition, it revolutionizes mobile experiences by offering personalized, multi-modal generative AI directly on the device enabling the understanding of speech, context, and images to enhance everything from productivity to creativity tasks while prioritizing user privacy."

For more information, visit the Snapdragon 8 Elite webpage and product brief. To see reactions from key industry players, visit Snapdragon Summit Partner Quotes. Additional information, livestream replays and event content are also available on the Snapdragon Summit Event Hub.


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These are all the confirmed Snapdragon 8 Elite phones

From ASUS to Xiaomi, there's no shortage of Snapdragon 8 Elite phones. Here are all the confirmed devices you should know about.

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These are all the confirmed Snapdragon 8 Elite phones​

From ASUS and HONOR to OnePlus and Xiaomi, there's no shortage of upcoming Snapdragon 8 Elite phones.

Qualcomm has just announced the Snapdragon 8 Elite processor, which is poised to bring major performance and battery life gains to the best Android phones. That’s largely due to a custom CPU, overhauled graphics, and the switch to a smaller, 3nm manufacturing process.

Now that the Snapdragon 8 Elite is official, loads of Android manufacturers have confirmed that they’ll be using the chipset in their upcoming devices. Here are all the confirmed Snapdragon 8 Elite phones we know about.

ASUS ROG Phone 9​

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The Taiwanese manufacturer confirmed on-stage at the Snapdragon Summit that the ROG Phone 9 will indeed have the Snapdragon 8 Elite processor. That’s no surprise as mainline ROG Phone handsets have always been equipped with the latest Snapdragon silicon.

ASUS also showed the phone’s design at the summit, revealing a device that looks very similar to the ROG Phone 8 (including LED lighting). Here’s hoping that those capacitive shoulder triggers make a return as well. Nevertheless, the new phone will launch on November 19, so it’s still just under a month away.

HONOR Magic 7 series​

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HONOR also had a significant presence at the Snapdragon Summit, and it used the occasion to announce that the HONOR Magic 7 series would be equipped with the Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC. These new phones will be announced in China on October 30.

The Chinese phone brand also demonstrated some AI-related features, such as an on-device AI agent and NPU-assisted graphics processing. The former sounds pretty nifty and involves an AI assistant being used to book travel plans, order food, quickly cancel subscriptions, and more.

Iqoo 13​

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Vivo’s performance-focused Iqoo brand also announced that the Iqoo 13 would have the Snapdragon 8 Elite chip. The company claimed that the phone would offer a stable frame rate for an “unlimited time,” suggesting a smooth experience after hours of gameplay. We also got a look at the phone via the image above, confirming a familiar squircle camera housing with a triple rear camera system.

It turns out the Iqoo 13 will launch on October 30 too, sharing this date with the aforementioned HONOR Magic 7 series. Global availability is another matter, though.

Nubia REDMAGIC 10 Pro and Z70 Ultra​

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Another gaming-focused brand will launch a Snapdragon 8 Elite phone as Nubia confirmed the REDMAGIC 10 Pro series will pack this processor. If it’s anything like previous models, then we can expect an active cooling fan. That means it will likely be one of the most powerful Snapdragon 8 Elite phones on the market when it launches in November.
Don’t care for gaming phones? Then Nubia has also revealed that the Z70 Ultra flagship phone will feature the Snapdragon 8 Elite processor. There’s no word on a release date, but the company has previously teased a camera shutter button on this device.

OnePlus 13​

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OnePlus previously said the OnePlus 13 would use the latest and greatest Snapdragon flagship silicon, and the brand has now confirmed that it will indeed use the Snapdragon 8 Elite chip. The phone will be launched in China on October 31, but there’s no word on global availability.
OnePlus has shown off the phone’s design in several renders and in a recent video, confirming a redesigned camera housing, a flat screen, and an alert slider. The company also said that the OnePlus 13’s screen has local refresh rate tech.

Realme GT 7 Pro​

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Realme has jumped on the Snapdragon 8 Elite bandwagon too, noting that the upcoming GT 7 Pro smartphone will have this chip. The manufacturer adds that this phone will ship with a so-called Eco² Sky Screen (according to machine translation). This is a Samsung-made micro-curved screen with an emphasis on eye protection.
The BBK brand is also claiming a somewhat convoluted first by saying the GT 7 Pro will be the first Snapdragon 8 Elite phone in more than 10 countries. Nevertheless, the company confirmed that the device would be available in the likes of India, Italy, Malaysia, Spain, and Thailand.

 

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Xiaomi 15 series​

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Xiaomi is frequently the first to adopt new flagship Snapdragon processors, and the Snapdragon 8 Elite is no different. The Chinese manufacturer noted at the Snapdragon Summit that the Xiaomi 15 series would be the world’s first phones to debut the new processor.

Thanks to leaks, we already have an idea of what to expect. More recently, SmartPrix posted Xiaomi 15 Pro renders (seen above) and claimed the phone would pack a 6.78-inch QHD+ OLED screen, a 6,000mAh battery, 90W wired/80W wireless charging, and a triple 50MP rear camera system. Previous leaks suggest the standard Xiaomi 15 will offer a 6.36-inch panel, a 5,000mAh or 5,500mAh battery, and 90W/50W charging. The smaller phone is also tipped to get a triple 50MP rear camera system.

Other confirmed brands​

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Samsung and OPPO also revealed that they’d use the Snapdragon 8 Elite chip in future products, but didn’t actually name these devices. We expect the Samsung Galaxy S25 series to use the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset.
Meanwhile, OPPO has already confirmed that the Find X8 and Find X8 Pro will be powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 9400 chipset, but the Find X8 Ultra is tipped to have Snapdragon power.

 

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Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 Mobile Platform

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Level up your gaming adventures and unleash your power with the Snapdragon® 8s Gen 4.

Empowering performance and incredible efficiency come from our prime performance Qualcomm® Kryo™ CPU and newly sliced Qualcomm® Adreno™ GPU architecture, extending your favorite premium experiences for even longer.

There's no better way to harness enduring power and performance than through legendary gaming experiences. This platform packs the entire suite of Snapdragon Elite Gaming™ features, including Real-time Hardware-Accelerated Ray Tracing with Global Illumination. Marvel at authentic light rays, shadows, and reflections. Game from anywhere and take on competitors in your favorite multiplayer games, over blazing 5G and Wi-Fi 7 connectivity.

Experience uninterrupted entertainment with the Snapdragon Sound™ Technology Suite, featuring Qualcomm® aptX™ Audio for lossless CD-quality music, lag-free gaming with in-game chat, and rock-solid connectivity. Plus, Qualcomm® eXpanded Personal Area Network (XPAN) technology keeps earbuds and headphones connected via Wi-Fi for seamless and untethered mobile gaming audio.

In addition, the Qualcomm® AI Engine and a supercharged NPU offer support for on-device generative AI, bringing to life multimodal, multilingual AI assistants. Intelligence is also infused into your mobile photography, delivering AI-powered features like Limitless Segmentation and real-time skin and sky tone correction.

The Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 makes premium more accessible and gives you the key to unlocking extraordinary experiences.

 

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Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Mobile Platform

Discover the power of Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 mobile platforms. Explore performance and cutting-edge technology for next-generation mobile experiences.

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Snapdragon® 8 Elite Gen 5 Mobile Platform is a masterpiece of performance, delivering state-of-the-art experiences and personalized Agentic AI.

Fueled by the 3rd gen Qualcomm® Oryon™ CPU—the fastest mobile CPU in the world, this powerhouse ushers in record-breaking speeds and unmatched efficiency. Enjoy seamless performance from lightning-fast app launches and instantaneous multi-tasking to fast-paced gameplay and responsive mobile content creation.

Say hi to ultra-personalized experiences with on-device agentic AI assistants that understand and adapt to your behavior, powered by our blazing fast Qualcomm AI Engine. With added AI accelerators and 64 bit memory architecture, our upgraded Qualcomm Hexagon NPU and Sensing Hub enable on-device personalization, allowing your favorite apps to take action on your behalf providing tailored recommendations. Plus, with advanced AI features and improved power efficiency, you'll enjoy better photos, videos, calls, and more.

Level up with Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, introducing of Qualcomm® Adreno™ High Performance Memory (HPM), our industry-leading memory cache solution providing 18Mb of dedicated memory for revolutionary visual rendering at lower power consumption. Plus, players can game smarter for longer thanks to Tile Memory Heap and Mesh Shading, rounding out the full suite of Snapdragon Elite Gaming™ Features.

Your AI-powered camera and our new Snapdragon Audio Sense microphone give you the power of a professional film crew in your pocket so you can effortlessly capture cinematic moments with studio-grade audio. Plus, contextually aware features like autofocus, autoexposure, and auto white balance make every capture flawless.

Experience the latest advancements in AI-optimized 5G, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth® wireless technology, and UWB—whether you’re gaming on the go, harnessing near-instant data backups, or achieving the height of productivity from virtually anywhere. The Snapdragon 8 Elite is beyond visionary—and now, so are you.

New Xiaomi phone leaks with flagship Snapdragon chipset

A new Xiaomi smartphone, expected to be the Redmi K100 Pro, has appeared on Geekbench. The listing reveals its chipset and initial benchmark results.

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New Xiaomi phone leaks with flagship Snapdragon chipset​

A new Xiaomi smartphone has surfaced on Geekbench V6 with model number "M511CD". According to tipster Smart Pikachu on Weibo, the listing belongs to the Xiaomi Redmi K100 Pro.

For context, the company previously teased that a new Redmi smartphone will be showcased at ChinaJoy 2026. The exact name of the device was not revealed, but it is expected to be the Redmi K100 Pro.

The Geekbench listing reveals that the device is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, featuring two cores clocked at 4.61 GHz and six cores operating at 3.63 GHz. Notably, this is the same chipset that powers flagship smartphones like the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (16/512GB curr. $1,246 on Amazon) and the Oppo Find X9 Ultra.

 

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I have honor magic v5… gaming experience is flawless, much better than iphone 16 pro… smoother and no overheating issues for pubg, delta force and dbz