Qualcomm Snapdragon processors dominate the Android market globally. Whether it’s a budget-friendly device or a top-of-the-line flagship, Snapdragon processors have left their mark across the board. In 2022, the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 and Snapdragon 8 Gen 1+ processors were featured in some of the most impressive Android smartphones such as the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra, OnePlus 10 Pro, iQOO 9T, Vivo X80 Pro, and more. While newer models with Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset are emerging, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 still stands out as a powerful performer.
The Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor comes equipped with the Adreno 740 GPU and is built on the 4nm process. Let’s delve into the realm of smartphones powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor.
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Features of Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor that you should check out
- Robust architecture: The latest Kyro architecture of the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC has a tri-cluster architecture. It consists of a new Cortex-X3 at a clock speed of 3.2GHz. The best part about the processor is that it offers high-octane performance without compromising the battery life. In terms of performance, the SoC is 35 percent faster than its predecessor. When it comes to power efficiency, the company claimed that the users will see up to a 40 percent boost.
- Qualcomm Sensing Hub: The Qualcomm Sensing Hub features dual AI processors that support for custom wake words. In addition to that, the developers will also have the ability to unlock more capabilities with the Qualcomm AI Stack. The sensing hub includes sensors, various connectivity standards, voice/audio support, and more.
- Snapdragon Connect: Snapdragon has induced AI capabilities to enhance the connectivity aspects. This will allow faster upload and download speeds with relatively low latency along with considerable battery efficiency. The Snapdragon X70 5G Modem also supports 4CC and 5G dual SIM along with dual activity. The FastConnect 7800 provides next-gen Wi-Fi 7 with High Band Simultaneous (HBS) multi-link with download speeds up to 5.8Gbps.
- Snapdragon Elite Gaming: The way gaming is getting more and more dominant in the smartphone industry, processor-producing companies are supposed to focus on this aspect too. Keeping it the way it is, Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 has better performing stats as compared to its predecessor by 25% along with 45% efficient battery. The UnrealEngine 5 MetaHumans framework will provide photorealistic human characters in the game.
- Snapdragon Sound: Qualcomm has never missed out on offering high-quality audio optimization on its processors. With the Snapdragon Sound, the processor supports 48Khz lossless music streaming and dynamic spatial audio. The audio tech will be able to collect head movements and adjust the sound to deliver a life-like experience while playing supportive multimedia and games.
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Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 vs Snapdragon 8Gen+ 1 vs Snapdragon 8 Gen 1
Best phones with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor
- OnePlus 12R
- iQOO Neo 9 Pro 5G
- Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
- OnePlus 11 Marble Odyssey Edition
- iQOO 11 series
- Xiaomi 13 series
- OnePlus Open
- Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
- Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5
1. OnePlus 12R
OnePlus launched the toned down variant of OnePlus 12 in the form of OnePlus 12R. It is powered by Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset with up to 16GB RAM and up to 256GB storage onboard. It sports a 6.78-inch AMOLED display with 120Hz refresh rate, HDR10+ AND 1600 nits brightness. The device features a 50MP+8MP+2MP camera setup at the back and a 16MP selfie snapper at the front. Under the hood is a 5500mAh power house with 100W SUPERVOOC charging speed. It is available on Flipkart and Amazon starting at Rs. 39,999.
2. iQOO Neo 9 Pro
iQOO Neo 9 Pro is a part of the iQOO family. It is powered by Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset with up to 12GB RAM and up to 256GB storage. It features a 6.78-inch LTPO AMOLED panel with 3000 nits brightness, 144Hz refresh rate and HDR10+. It comes with a 50MP main, 8MP ultrawide dual sensor at the back and at the front is a 16MP camera for selfies. The smartphone packs a 5160mAh battery under the hood with 120W FlashCharge fast charging. It is available on Amazon and Flipkart starting at Rs. 36,999.
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3. Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
Samsung launched the Galaxy S23 Series in February 2023. The high-end model Galaxy S23 Ultra is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC with 12GB RAM. The smartphone sports a 6.8-inch Dynamic AMOLED panel and packs a 5000mAh battery with 45W fast charging. It features a 200MP main sensor at the back along with 12MP ultrawide, and two 10MP telephoto sensors making it a quad camera setup. At the front is a 12MP selfie camera. The smartphone is available on Amazon for Rs. 1,24,999.
Samsung Galaxy S23 & Galaxy S23+ also feature Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset.
4. OnePlus 11 Marble Odyssey Edition
OnePlus recently launched a special OnePlus 11 Edition naming it the Marble Odyssey Edition. It is powered by Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset with up to 16GB RAM. The OnePlus 11 Marble Odyssey Edition packs a 5000mAh battery under the hood with 100W Super VOOC charging. It sports a 6.7-inch Super Fluid AMOLED panel and features a triple camera setup at the back. It includes a 50MP primary lens along with 48MP and 32MP sensors. At the front is a 16MP selfie lens. It is priced at Rs. 64,999 and is available via Amazon.
5. iQOO 11 and iQOO 11 Pro
iQOO has produced some of the best smartphones in the last few years, including the iQOO 7 Legend, iQOO 9, iQOO 9 SE, etc. The company is in no mood to stop anytime soon, and we can soon get to see iQOO 11 and iQOO 11 Pro running on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor. The leaked spec sheet of the iQOO 11 Pro revealed that the smartphone would have a 6.78-inch display with a 120Hz refresh rate.
The smartphone will most probably get 8GB and 12GB RAM variants along with 256GB and 512GB internal storage, respectively. The device could feature a triple rear camera setup consisting of a 50MP primary sensor, a 50MP ultra wide-angle sensor, and a 14.6MP telephoto sensor. In terms of battery, we can get to see a 4700mAh battery with 200W fast charging support.
6. Xiaomi 13 series
Xiaomi 13 series could be another one on the list to get the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 gen 2 processor. Both the vanilla variant and the Pro variant of the series could come with the processor. The devices will have a 6.36-inch display along with an FHD+ resolution. The Pro variant of the series could get a QHD+ resolution. It is being said that the series will make its debut in the global market by mid-November. The smartphone’s camera setup will be created in collaboration with Leica, as we got to see in the Xiaomi 12S series.
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7. OnePlus Open
Foldable by OnePlus has been named OnePlus Open and it is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC. The foldable has a thickness of 5.8mm and weighs 238 grams. It sports a 7.82-inch Super Fluid AMOLED screen and supports up to 16GB RAM and up to 512GB storage. The foldable comes with a 64MP+48MP+48MP camera setup at the back and a 32MP+20MP selfie camera setup at the front. It packs a 4805mAh battery with 67W wired and 10W reverse charging.
8. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
Samsung recently launched the next generation of foldables in India. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 that has been announced is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset. It is an octa core processor with up to 12GB onboard RAM support. The foldable sports a huge 7.6-inch QXGA+ Dynamic AMOLED 2x Infinity Flex display along with a 6.2-inch HD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X cover display. There is 1TB storage onboard and the Z Fold 5 runs Android 13 based One UI 5.1 custom skin. This time the S-Pen Fold edition has also been fine tuned to give a better writing experience.
The smartphone has 3 cameras on the back-12MP+12MP+50MP and a dual selfie camera setup including 10MP+4MP lenses. It is IPX8 rated and weighs 254 grams. The foldable packs a 4400mAh battery with 25W charging and starts at price of Rs. 1,47,00 in the country.
9. Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5
Alongside the Galaxy Z Fold 5, Samsung also launched the next generation of flip smartphone. Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 is also powered by Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset paired with Adreno GPU. It has 8GB RAM and 512GB onboard storage and runs Android 13 out of the box. The latest Flip phone has a 6.7-inch FHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with a 120Hz refresh rate and the largest 3.4-inch Super AMOLED cover display with a 60Hz refresh rate.
There are triple cameras at the back including a 12MP wide angle, 12MP ultrawide lenses. At the front is a 10MP shooter. The Galaxy Z Flip 5 weighs 254 grams and is IPX8 rated. It packs a 3700mAh battery with 25W charging and supports 5G connectivity as well. Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 starts at Rs. 82,000 in India.
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