Overview

• Qualcomm has unveiled its Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 series of mobile processors, promising 'premium performance' for mid-range smartphones.
• The new chip offers advancements in on-device AI, gaming support, camera and 5G connectivity, with a 15% improvement in CPU performance and a 50% boost in GPU performance compared to the first Snapdragon 7 generation.
• The Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 is built on a 4nm process and features a peak CPU speed of 2.63GHz, and is expected to provide better power efficiency, potentially extending battery life.
• Phone makers Honor and Vivo have already adopted the new chip, with the first device using it expected to be announced later this month.
• Qualcomm's focus on AI integration is expected to speed up generative AI applications and enhance camera capabilities, among other improvements.