Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. has launched the Snapdragon 4s Gen 2 Mobile Platform, delivering a new 5G Modem-RF System aimed at low-cost, entry-level smartphones. The 5G chip aims to make 5G accessible to 2.8 billion smartphone users in select regions.
(Source: Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.)
The mobile platform delivers several advanced features, including 1 Gbits/s peak download speeds, which is seven times faster than LTE platforms in the same price range, according to Qualcomm, along with dual-frequency GPS with NavIC for better location accuracy, AI-enhanced audio and smooth gameplay with Q-Sync, which synchronizes display rate and game frame rate, and support for FHD+ displays at 90 FPS.
The 5G Modem-RF system features a 64-bit Qualcomm Kryo CPU with up to 2-GHz clock speed and the Qualcomm Adreno GPU. The 5G chip also delivers upgraded UFS 3.1 memory that delivers faster data processing, app usage and overall performance. This platform is the first-in-series that supports GPP Release 17 5G. It also can seamlessly switch from 5G to Wi-Fi 5 while on-the-go and supports Bluetooth 5.1.
Qualcomm said the new platform balances “affordability with strong performance and all-day battery life.” This is thanks to an efficient 4-nm process that enhances power savings, combined with 40-W fast charging and Qualcomm Quick Charge 4+ technology that delivers up to 50% more battery power in 15 minutes.
Imaging performance also is improved with the Qualcomm Spectra 12-bit dual ISP, together with multi-frame noise reduction and electronic image stabilization. It also features in-sensor zoom for sharper images of far-away subjects.
Snapdragon 4s Gen 2 will be initially adopted by key OEMs, including Xiaomi, with the first commercial device expected by the end of the year.
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