Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 Set for October 2025 Debut with Major Enhancements

The tech world is buzzing with anticipation as the Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 is expected to hit the market earlier than its predecessors.

Unlike the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 and Snapdragon 8 Elite, which both launched late in October of their respective years, the new chip is slated for an early October release.

Qualcomm is speeding things up with its upcoming Snapdragon Summit 2025, which is also scheduled earlier than usual.

These changes come amid exciting rumors about the Snapdragon 8 Elite 2’s capabilities and features.

According to Digital Chat Station, a reliable tipster from China, the new chip will utilize TSMC’s advanced N3P node. This 3nm manufacturing process is set to enhance the chip’s power efficiency significantly.

Expectations are high, with the Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 projected to deliver a 20% boost in CPU performance. Improvements in the GPU are also on the cards, which could influence the chip’s pricing. Given the advancements, it’s likely that the Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 will carry a higher price tag than its predecessor.

Competition is fierce in the chipset arena. While Samsung’s Exynos seems to lag, MediaTek has impressed with its Dimensity 9400 chip. The upcoming Dimensity 9500 is poised to be a strong contender, promising to keep Qualcomm on its toes.

The final name for Qualcomm’s new chip remains under wraps. With recent changes to its naming conventions, the company could opt for ‘Snapdragon 8 Elite 2’ or ‘Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2.’ Only time will tell what Qualcomm decides, but one thing is for sure: the race in chip technology is getting more exciting by the day.