Qualcomm Launches Third-Generation Snapdragon 8s Mobile Platform, Bringing Industry-Leading On-Device AI to More Smartphones

Key points:

• The third-generation Snapdragon 8s mobile platform delivers outstanding on-device generative AI features as well as imaging and gaming experiences through specially selected flagship features.

• Major OEMs and brands including Honor, iQOO, realme, Redmi and Xiaomi will adopt the third-generation Snapdragon 8s, and commercial terminals are expected to be available in the coming months.

March 18, 2024, San Diego - Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. today announced the launch of the third-generation Snapdragon® 8s mobile platform, bringing the most popular features of the Snapdragon 8 series platform to more Android flagship smartphones, enabling an extraordinary top-level mobile experience. The main features of this new flagship platform include support for powerful on-device generative AI functions, always-aware ISP, ultra-immersive mobile gaming experience, breakthrough connectivity, and lossless high-definition audio. The platform supports a wide range of AI models, including the current mainstream large language models such as Baichuan-7B, Gemini Nano, Llama 2, and Zhipu ChatGLM.

“The third-generation Snapdragon 8s is designed to enhance the user experience with rich features such as on-device generative AI and advanced imaging features, helping users to be more creative and productive in their daily lives,” said Chris Patrick, senior vice president and general manager of mobile business unit, Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. “We are very excited to expand the Snapdragon 8 series flagship platform family. As our top-of-the-line mobile platform solution, the Snapdragon 8 series will bring a range of outstanding select features to more consumers.”

Lu Weibing, Xiaomi Group Partner, President, International President, and Xiaomi Brand General Manager said: “We are delighted to be working with Qualcomm Technologies to launch the first device powered by the third-generation Snapdragon 8s. This new mobile platform enables us to leverage generative AI to provide users with a premium personalized experience.”

Major OEMs and brands including Honor, iQOO, realme, Redmi and Xiaomi will adopt the 3rd generation Snapdragon 8s, with the first devices expected to be available in March. For more information, visit the 3rd generation Snapdragon 8s product page and product brochure.