Tech enthusiasts who are always on the lookout for the latest in phone technology may want to skip the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 and head straight for the upcoming Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 experience! Qualcomm’s highly anticipated Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 is set to make its debut in October 2024, promising some exciting upgrades.

Here are some key details about the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4:

– The chipset will feature high-end Oryon cores, a revamped NPU, and will ditch low-power efficiency cores in favor of two high-performance and six medium-performance “Phoenix” cores.
– The speeds could potentially reach up to 4GHz, offering a significant performance boost.
– This cutting-edge chipset is expected to power next-generation devices like the Samsung Galaxy S25 series and the Xiaomi 15 Pro.

There’s even a rumor circulating about a third phone that will be equipped with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4. According to reports, Xiaomi is gearing up to release the Redmi K80 duo, with Tongzi (the code name for Snapdragon 8 Gen 4) under the hood.

Redmi fans may be excited to hear about this new addition to the lineup. The previous K-series (K70 line) was a hit, selling over 2 million units within the first 60 days of its release. The series saw a surge in sales with each model offering competitive pricing:

– Redmi K70e starting at approximately $280
– Redmi K70 priced at $350
– Redmi K70 Pro featuring the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC priced around $465

It’s worth noting that the Redmi K series sometimes gets released globally under the Poco brand, so stay tuned for more updates on this front. Overall, it seems like Xiaomi’s Redmi K series is gaining popularity in Eastern markets, and we can expect more exciting developments from this lineup in the future. Stay tuned for more updates on Phones Canada blog!