Qualcomm is gearing up to unveil its latest and most powerful mobile SoC, called the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4. It is expected to be unveiled at the forthcoming Snapdragon summit, which is set to take place later this month. It is expected to include Qualcomm’s Oryon CPU cores, LPDDR6 RAM support, TSMC’s 3nm process technology, FastConnect 7900 system for wireless connectivity, and more. As always, it will power several flagship devices in the coming year. So, in this article, we’ve compiled a list of all the upcoming phones expected to feature the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 SoC. Let’s check them out!
iQOO 13
- Expected Launch Date/Time-frame: Late 2024 or Early 2025
- Expected Price in India: Rs 59,999
iQOO is usually the first smartphone brand in India to launch the latest Snapdragon 8 Gen-powered device. Last year, it launched the iQOO 12 powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC. This year, it is expected to follow in the same footsteps by launching its successor, the iQOO 13, in late 2024 or early next year. We have already spotted iQOO’s upcoming flagship offering on certification websites like 3C and MIIT. Check out the details from here.
Expected Key Specs
- Display: 6.7-inch LTPO AMOLED, 2K resolution, 144Hz refresh rate.
- Cameras: 50MP main, 50MP ultrawide, 64MP telephoto, 32MP selfie.
- Battery and Charging: 6,150mAh battery with 100W fast charging.
- OS: OriginOS 5 based on Android 14.
- Connectivity: 5G, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, USB Type-C.
OnePlus 13
- Expected Launch Date/Time-frame: Early 2025
- Expected Price in India: Rs 69,999
OnePlus also refreshes its top-end smartphone with the latest and greatest Qualcomm and its next iteration won’t be an exception. We have already spotted the upcoming OnePlus 13 on the Geekbench database, which indicates the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 chipset; apart from that, it has also cleared certifications like 3C, and MIIT.
Expected Key Specs
- Display: 6.8-inch LTPO BOE X2 OLED, 2K resolution, 120Hz refresh rate.
- Cameras: 50MP main, 50MP ultrawide, 50MP telephoto, 32MP selfie.
- Battery and Charging: 6,000mAh battery with 120W wired and 65W wireless charging.
- OS: OxygenOS 15 based on Android 15.
- Connectivity: 5G, Wi-Fi 802.11be, Bluetooth 5.4, USB Type-C.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- Expected Launch Date/Time-frame: Early 2025
- Expected Price in India: Rs 1,24,999
Recently, there have been rumours and reports floating on the internet that Samsung will use the latest MediaTek SoCs for its upcoming Galaxy S25 and S25 Plus devices while sticking with the Snapdragon for its Ultra offering. We have already spotted the Galaxy S25 Ultra on the 3C certification website. And just like every year, it will arguably be the best Android has to offer, boasting cutting-edge technology and premium features.
Expected Key Specs
- Display: 6.9-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 1440 x 3088 pixels, 144Hz refresh rate.
- Cameras: Quad-camera setup: 200MP main, 50MP ultrawide, 10MP telephoto, 12MP periscope, 50MP selfie camera.
- Battery and Charging: 5,100mAh battery with 45W wired and 15W wireless charging.
- OS: Android 14 with One UI 6.0.
- Connectivity: 5G, Wi-Fi 802.11be, Bluetooth 5.3, USB Type-C.
Xiaomi 15
- Expected Launch Date/Time-frame: Q1 2025
- Expected Price in India: Starting at Rs 74,999
Xiaomi is expected to launch its latest flagship offering, the Xiaomi 15 lineup, in China this month, while the global launch is said to take place in Q1 2025. It is likely to draw power from the upcoming Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 SoC. Like its predecessor, the Xiaomi 15 will likely have best-in-class optics in partnership with Leica.
Expected Key Specs
- Display: 6.36-inch AMOLED, 1440 x 3200 pixels, 144Hz refresh rate.
- Cameras: 108MP main, 50MP telephoto, 50MP ultrawide, 32MP selfie.
- Battery and Charging: 5,000mAh battery with 150W fast charging.
- OS: Android 14 with MIUI 15.
- Connectivity: 5G, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0, USB Type-C.
That concludes our roundup of all the upcoming smartphones powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 chipset. At the same time, devices like Realme GT 7 Pro or Honor Magic 7 series could also get the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 chipset. But we’ve left them out for now due to the limited information available and the fact that these models often don’t reach international or Indian markets.
FAQs
1) What is the AnTuTu score of Snapdragon 8 Gen 4?
The Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 is expected to achieve an AnTuTu score of approximately 3,070,269, showcasing its powerful performance capabilities.
2) What is the first phone to use Snapdragon 8 Gen 4?
The iQOO 13 is anticipated to be the first smartphone in India to feature the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 chipset.
3) Which country owns Qualcomm?
Qualcomm is an American company headquartered in San Diego, California.
4) Which is better, MediaTek or Snapdragon?
Both MediaTek and Snapdragon offer competitive chipsets; however, Snapdragon is often preferred for its superior performance in high-end devices and better optimization for gaming and AI applications.
