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Qualcomm targets cheaper phones with new Snapdragon 6 and 4 chipsets for 2026 devices
Technology
Published on 7 May 2026
Snapdragon refresh promises lower costs without cutting performance
Qualcomm has unveiled new Snapdragon 6 Gen 5 and Snapdragon 4 Gen 5 chipsets designed to ease pressure on smartphone prices as component costs rise. The upgrades focus on stronger connectivity, improved gaming capability, and better battery life. Oppo, realme, and Xiaomi are set to adopt these chips in devices launching in the second half of 2026, alongside Qualcomm’s new boAt audio partnership.
- New Snapdragon 6 Gen 5 and 4 Gen 5 aim to reduce phone costs
- Chips emphasize connectivity gaming and battery efficiency
- Oppo realme and Xiaomi plan to use them in 2026 launches
- Qualcomm also partnered with boAt for audio devices
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