Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 Plus: Release Date and Specs

Qualcomm is preparing to unveil its new chip, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 Plus. The company's new chip will use a 4-nanometer manufacturing process and will be produced in partnership with TSMC. The emergence of the coronavirus and the pandemic increased interest in tech devices. People stuck at home during lockdowns turned to laptops and smartphones for a more comfortable experience. That fueled the chip shortage and factories saw record sales figures.

When is the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 Plus release date? What are its specs? Which brands will use the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 Plus? The details are in our article.

When Is the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 Plus Release Date?

The earliest leaks about the chip suggested a release date next May. Now, according to the latest information, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 Plus will hit the market in June.

What Are the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 Plus Specs?

The main reason Qualcomm went with TSMC instead of Samsung came down to other brands. The company will also use its chip in flagship-class models from other manufacturers. On top of the ongoing chip shortage, this raised concerns about supply issues. It's also known that the company pressured TSMC over production before the deal was signed. The Snapdragon 8 Gen 1+ chip is expected to first power the OnePlus 10 Ultra smartphone. The chip is also expected to power the Motorola Frontier and Motorola Edge 30 Ultra models.

Which Brands Will Use the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 Plus?

• Xiaomi
• Realme
• Motorola
• HONOR
• OPPO
• Nubia
• Sharp
• Sony
• Vivo
• iQOO
• ZTE

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