Overview

• Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite 2, expected to launch in early October 2025, may feature significant GPU performance improvements using TSMC's N3P fabrication process.
• Speculation indicates a 20% increase in both single-core and multi-core performance compared to the current Snapdragon 8 Elite, continuing Qualcomm's focus on high-performance mobile processors.
• Samsung Foundry has lost the contract to manufacture the Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 due to yield issues, with TSMC securing exclusive production rights for the advanced chipset.
• The Snapdragon 8 Elite 2's development highlights Qualcomm's reliance on TSMC for reliable high-end chip production, as Samsung works to improve its semiconductor processes for future bids.
• Rising costs of Snapdragon processors may challenge smartphone manufacturers, including Samsung, to balance pricing strategies for flagship devices like the Galaxy S25 series.