Qualcomm has officially announced that the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chipset will launch on November 26 in China, bringing flagship-level performance to a more accessible price point. This announcement comes two months after the premium Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 debut.
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The All New Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 Coming Soon
The new chip positions itself as a powerful alternative to the top-tier Elite variant, built on the same 3nm TSMC process while targeting what Qualcomm calls “affordable flagships.”
Key Specifications
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| CPU Configuration | 8-core (2 prime + 6 performance cores) |
| Prime Core Speed | 3.80 GHz |
| Performance Cores | 3.32 GHz |
| GPU | Adreno 840 at 1.2 GHz |
| Manufacturing Process | TSMC 3nm |
| Architecture | Qualcomm Oryon CPU cores |
Performance Benchmarks
Early benchmark results show the chip scoring over 3.3 million points on AnTuTu, with approximately 3,000 single-core and 10,000 multi-core scores on Geekbench 6. This performance rivals last year’s flagship chips while consuming less power.
The Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 delivers performance matching the Samsung Galaxy S25 series, making it an attractive option for premium mid-range devices.
First Devices to Feature Snapdragon 8 Gen 5
The OnePlus Ace 6T will be the world’s first phone featuring the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, expected to launch on or shortly after November 26. This device will likely rebrand as the OnePlus 15R for global markets.
Other confirmed devices include the Vivo S50 Pro mini, Vivo X Fold 6, and Honor GT 2, all arriving between November and January.
The Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 represents Qualcomm’s strategy to democratize flagship features, offering premium performance at competitive pricing. For more details, visit Qualcomm’s official website.
FAQs
What’s the difference between Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 and Elite Gen 5?
The Gen 5 has slower clock speeds and slightly lower GPU performance but costs less while delivering flagship-level features.
Which phones will launch with Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 first?
OnePlus Ace 6T (15R globally), Vivo S50 Pro mini, and Vivo X Fold 6 are confirmed as first adopters.
