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Sun Dec 15 2024

The new Snapdragon chip coming soon is already being talked about.

Recently, a Snapdragon 8s Elite processor has been mentioned, which has now been linked to a new phone model.

Despite Qualcomm recently unveiling the Snapdragon 8 Elite processor, and only a limited number of smartphones hitting the market with this chip, mentions of a new version are already emerging. Recent rumors have pointed to the Snapdragon 8s Elite, which is linked to a new Xiaomi device expected to launch in early 2025. Qualcomm's naming conventions can be confusing, complicating the understanding of the Snapdragon 8s Elite's position in the processor hierarchy. In this regard, it is suggested that this new chip will not reach or exceed the capabilities of the Snapdragon 8 Elite; instead, it would be positioned between the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 and the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, according to a well-known commentator on the social network Weibo.

Apparently, this space is already occupied by the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, raising doubts about the accuracy of these speculations. The processor carries the model number SM8735 and, unlike the 8 Elite, may use a different set of cores, employing ARM cores instead of Qualcomm's Oryon cores. One of the most notable aspects of this rumor is its possible ability to support 7,000 mAh batteries with fast charging, which would be remarkable, considering even devices with large battery cells, like the Asus ROG Phone 9 Pro, have not surpassed 6,000 mAh.

The Snapdragon 8s Elite could be the first chip of its kind to appear in a Xiaomi phone, with a launch expected in 2025. According to the same Weibo source, this new model would feature a small screen and a quadruple curvature similar to that of the recent Vivo X200 series, in addition to a modest resolution of 1.5K and a dual selfie camera, with an improved rear camera system by Leica. It is suggested that this device might be a continuation of the Xiaomi Civi series, which previously has not had a global distribution.

Regarding the release date of the Snapdragon 8s Elite, it is speculated that it could be launched in March or April of 2025, coinciding with the potential release schedule of Xiaomi's new phone. It is interesting to note that the Xiaomi Civi 4 Pro was launched in mid-March 2024, which would reinforce this timeline.

In this context, Qualcomm's Snapdragon Summit is currently underway, where the company has detailed the Snapdragon 8 Elite, the key chip for flagship Android phones in 2025. However, expectations surrounding the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 have generated some confusion, as many anticipated this would be the next model following the Gen series that Qualcomm has used in recent years.