Qualcomm introduces Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 chips focusing on AI capabilities

Sep 22, 2026

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Qualcomm has unveiled two new smartphone processors, the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 and Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6, designed to enhance AI functionalities in mobile devices. These chips feature advanced capabilities for personalization, voice processing, and high-quality video recording.

Qualcomm announced the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 and Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 processors at its Snapdragon Summit.
The new chips focus on AI features, enabling improved personalization and local processing of AI models with up to 200 million parameters.
The Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme can run a 30 billion parameter mixture-of-experts model, activating only necessary parameters for specific tasks.
The processors provide enhanced camera controls for professional-level experiences, including 8k video recording and the new Advanced Professional Video codec.
Both chips utilize AI for vocal enhancement and noise reduction during calls, featuring Qualcomm's voice bubble technology.
Motorola announced its upcoming Motorola Signature 27 smartphone, which will be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6.
Qualcomm is developing over 40 AI devices, reflecting a trend towards mobile phones being primary platforms for AI usage.

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Qualcomm introduces Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 chips focusing on AI capabilities

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