Snapdragon 8 Elite Phones on the Horizon: Get Ready for Next-Gen Power
Snapdragon Summit 2024: The Future of Smartphones Unveiled
The highly anticipated Snapdragon Summit 2024 has kicked off, and it’s shaping up to be a game-changer. Qualcomm just announced the next-generation mobile chipset, the Snapdragon 8 Elite, and several esteemed OEMs, including Xiaomi, Honor, and Asus, have already begun teasing their upcoming devices that will sport this powerful new processor.
The Snapdragon 8 Elite: A Game-Changer
The headline act of Snapdragon Summit 2024 is undoubtedly the Snapdragon 8 Elite, a top-end mobile chipset that boasts massive CPU gains compared to its predecessor, the 8 Gen 3. With Geekbench 6 multi-core scores of 10,000+, the X Elite could potentially outperform even Apple’s A18 Pro. The new chip also features an upgraded GPU and NPU to improve gaming and AI performance, while maintaining power efficiency, resulting in longer battery life, even during intense gaming sessions.
Xiaomi and Honor Unveil their Next-Gen Smartphones
Xiaomi and Honor have already taken to the stage to show off their latest devices, and the results are impressive. Xiaomi’s SVP, Adam Zeng, introduced the Xiaomi 15 series, which will feature the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, alongside the next-gen HyperOS 2 update. Meanwhile, Honor’s CMO, Dr. Ray Guo, teased the upcoming Honor Magic 7 series, which will also sport the Snapdragon 8 Elite.
Honor’s AI-Focused Magic 7 Series
The Magic 7 series will feature Honor’s new AI Agent, a powerful AI toolkit that can perform actions on-device, such as canceling subscription services or even ordering coffee. These AI-driven capabilities have the potential to revolutionize the way we interact with our devices.
Asus ROG Phone 9: A Gaming Powerhouse
In a separate session, Asus teased the ROG Phone 9, which will also utilize the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset. Expected to launch in November, the ROG Phone 9 promises to be a gaming powerhouse.
Launch Dates Revealed
Xiaomi’s 15 series is set to launch at the end of October, while Honor’s Magic 7 series will make its debut on October 30.
As we look to the future of smartphones, it’s clear that Qualcomm is pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. With the Snapdragon 8 Elite, OEMs like Xiaomi, Honor, and Asus are eager to bring these cutting-edge devices to market, potentially faster than we’ve seen in previous years.
Stay tuned as we bring you more updates on the latest smartphone releases and innovations emerging from Snapdragon Summit 2024.
