Qualcomm Unveils the Snapdragon 4s Gen 2 Mobile Platform, Making 5G Ac

Highlights:

Snapdragon 4s Gen 2 redefines the entry-level mobile experience, packed with consumer must-haves, including Gigabit 5G connectivity, robust power efficiency for all-day battery life, and excellent camera capabilities.
This mobile platform will make 5G accessible to 2.8 billion smartphone users in select regions, offering 1 Gbps peak download speeds, which is 7 times faster than the LTE platforms typically available in the same price tier.
Snapdragon 4s Gen 2 will be initially adopted by key OEMs, including Xiaomi and its other brands, with the first commercial device expected to be announced before the end of the year.

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. today announces the Snapdragon® 4s Gen 2 Mobile Platform – designed to make 5G more accessible and reliable. This new platform is another example of how Qualcomm is committed to engineering human progress, pioneering the global transition from 4G to 5G to empower communities and industries alike. Snapdragon 4s Gen 2 is also packed with feature-rich enhancements, including robust CPU performance for seamless multitasking and productivity, dual band navIC for better position accuracy, AI-enhanced audio, and entertainment experiences like smooth gameplay and powerful video streaming.

“The Snapdragon 4s Gen 2 Mobile Platform is a significant leap forward in making 5G technology more accessible, so more people can navigate the world at 5G speeds. Thanks to cutting-edge engineering, we balanced affordability with strong performance and all-day battery life, as well as widespread access to 5G for more enhanced mobile experiences.” - Chris Patrick, Senior Vice President and General Manager of mobile handsets, Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.

“We are excited to be working with Qualcomm Technologies to enable access to gigabit-fast connectivity for users. Many people have yet to experience the benefits of 5G, and thanks to Snapdragon 4s Gen 2, Xiaomi can bring 5G connectivity to a broader audience to help reshape the way the world connects and interacts.” - Muralikrishnan B, President, Xiaomi India

Snapdragon 4s Gen 2 will initially be adopted by Xiaomi, with the first device expected to be announced before the end of 2024. For more information about the new platform, visit our product brief or website.

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