Overview
- Qualcomm confirms the unveiling for November 26 and says the chip uses TSMC’s 3nm node with peak clocks of 3.8 GHz for the prime core and 3.32 GHz for performance cores.
- The platform sits below the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, which reaches up to 4.6 GHz and 3.62 GHz, reflecting a goal of steadier, more power‑efficient performance rather than peak speeds.
- CPU core configuration remains unsettled, with some reports citing a 1+7 layout and tipster Digital Chat Station claiming a 2+6 setup.
- Multiple reports suggest the same Adreno 840 GPU as the Elite part but at lower clocks, indicating slightly reduced graphics performance compared with the top tier.
- The iQOO 15 will launch with the chip on the same day, with devices from OnePlus and Vivo reported to follow, as Qualcomm highlights survey findings of strong consumer preference for Snapdragon phones.