On October 22, Qualcomm dropped a bombshell with their latest mobile chipset, the Snapdragon 8 Elite. This new processor, originally designed for laptops, is now set to supercharge mobile devices, especially for AI tasks.
Smartphones to Watch Out For
realme GT 7 Pro
Realme is gearing up to launch the GT 7 Pro in November, making it the first phone in India with the Snapdragon 8 Elite. You’ll find it on Amazon India and in stores. Expect Android 15, 16GB RAM, a huge 6,500 mAh battery, a 50MP triple camera, and an ultrasonic fingerprint scanner.
iQOO 13
Vivo’s sub-brand iQOO is set to release the iQOO 13 with the Snapdragon 8 Elite. It’s launching in China on October 30 and in India on December 5, running on Android 15.
ASUS ROG Phone 9
ASUS ROG is rolling out the ROG Phone 9 series globally on November 19. This gaming phone will feature the Snapdragon 8 Elite and is expected to come with Android 15.
Honor Magic 7
Honor’s Magic 7 series, announced at the Snapdragon Summit 2024, will be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite. Launching in China on October 30, it introduces an AI Agent that can handle tasks like ordering takeout and managing app subscriptions based on your habits.
Xiaomi 15
Details about Xiaomi’s next flagship are still under wraps, but pre-orders for the Xiaomi 15 started right after the Snapdragon 8 Elite announcement, hinting it might feature the new chipset.
OnePlus 13
The OnePlus 13, launching on October 31, is expected to include the Snapdragon 8 Elite. It should be available in India by December or January 2025.
These upcoming phones are set to showcase some serious tech advancements, thanks to Qualcomm’s latest innovation. Keep an eye out for these exciting new devices!
