Qualcomm Unveils Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 Mobile Processors

The new chip promises 'premium performance' for mid-range smartphones, with advancements in on-device AI, gaming support, camera and 5G connectivity.

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.