Category: Snapdragon 8 Gen 1

The Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 is a new chipset from Qualcomm that manufactured in 4 nm at Samsung and is a top level processor that will be seen in almost all flagships of 2022.

According to, Qualcomm this SoC performs significantly 20% better in performance and 30% battery consumption than its predecessor snapdragon 888+ (Plus), it also means that the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 is the fastest CPU for an Android based phone. here you can see all the specifications and features of this chip below, and the main part of this article, the list of all smartphones based on Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 processor is given below.

Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 Chipset Specification

The Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 SoC equipped ARM CPU cores in the 1+3+4 arrangement, new 7th-gen AI Engine, and have built-in 5G modem. It has one Prime core based on ARM Cortex-X2 which clocked at up to 3GHz, three more performance cores based on Cortex-A710 which clocked at 2.5GHz, and four energy saving cores based on Cortex-A510 clocked at 1.8GHz. All cores can use the shared 6 MB level 3 cache.

its Adreno 730 GPU is 25% more efficient and delivers 30% faster in graphics performance compared to the previous Adreno 660. The SoC is equipped with a faster 18-Bit Spectra-ISP (image signal processor) for impressive video and photo taking capability and is now called Snapdragon Sight.

The Snapdragon X65 5G model has been integrated in this chipset for fast 5G connectivity (up to 10Gbps download and 3 Gbps upload). Other connectivity features include Wi-Fi 6E, and dual radio Bluetooth 5.2 with FastConnect 6900.

Source : The 8 Gen 1 SoC specifications

Note– The series below is mentioned in chronological order where the newly launched phones are ranked below.

List of All Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 Phones

1. Samsung Galaxy S22, S22 Plus, S22 Ultra

The South Korean Tech Giant Samsung has unveiled its S22 series which includes top end models s22 ultra, standard models s22 and s22 plus, All three Phones are powered by the 4mm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chipset. This time, company has made this series available at an even more affordable price, its base model starting at $799, while its high-end model Galaxy S22 Ultra priced at $ 1199.

2. Moto Edge X30, X30 Pro

Motorola has launched, the Moto Edge X30 packed with top-end 4nm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chipset. with the debut of Moto Edge X30, the company become first to use a Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 powered phone. It equipped a 6.7 inch OLED display of 1080 x 2400 pixels, it is paired with 8GB and 12GB RAM, 128GB and 256GB on-board storage options. Edge X30 has a triple camera configuration including a 50-MP wide angle lens, 50-MP ultra-wide lens, and an another 2-MP depth sensor.

The phone comes with three variants, 8GB +128GB is priced at CNY 3,199 (around $499) and 8GB +256GB at CNY 3,399 (around $539) and high-end 12GB +256GB model is priced at CNY 3,599 ( around $559).

3. OnePlus 10 Pro

OnePlus 10 Pro is another snapdragon 8 Gen 1 Phone, which was recently unveiled in china. it sports a 6.7 inch 2.0 LTPO AMOLED display with 2K resolution. it has a 5000mAh battery, support with 80W fast charging. the OnePlus 10 Pro runs on Android 12.1 based on ColorOS 12.1 skin. Phone price has been set at CNY 4,699 (roughly Rs. 54,549) for the 8GB RAM + 128GB storage model.

4. Realme GT 2 Pro

Realme GT 2 Pro is another phone that runs on Snapdragon 8 Gen 1, this device was launched on 8 January and comes with an starting price of RMB 3,899 (approx ₹45,550/ $599). The Realme GT 2 Pro supports a top-of-the-line features including a great triple rear camera, an 6.7 inch 2K AMOLED display of 120Hz refresh rate and 13216 × 1440 resolution.

5. iQOO 9 Pro

Vivo spin-off brand iQOO launched the iQOO 9 Pro in India on February 23, it is an another sanpdragon 8 Gen 1 device with accessible price point, iQOO 9 Pro will be available in 8GB/256GB and 12GB/256GB storage configurations, phone base model is priced at Rs 64,990, although the top-end model at Rs 69,990 for 12GB RAM.

6. OPPO Find X5 Pro

The Oppo Find X5 Pro is the current flagship offering from Oppo, it has a 6.7 inch AMOLED display of QHD+ (3216 × 1440) resolutions. Phone is powered Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 processor with 12GB of RAM. Find X5 Pro has two series-connected battery cells, equivalent to a total capacity of 5000 mAh.

7. Nubia Z40 Pro

The nubia, sub-brand of ZTE, has officially unveiled the nubia Z40 Pro in China. it will be the cheapest Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 phone with ¥3,399 ($538) for 8GB + 128GB standard model. nubia Z40 Pro is featured by a 5,00mAh battery of 80W fast wired charging support and 15W wireless charging. This device also comes in a magnetic charging edition.

8. Lenovo Y90

The Lenovo has launched its new flagship gaming handset, the Legion Y90, in China. It is an another cheapest Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 smartphone with starting at CNY 3,999 (around Rs. 47,700) for the 12GB/256GB model. Legion Y90 has a 6.92 inch FullHD+ display, 5600mAh battery with 68W fast charging.

9. Xiaomi 12 Series

Xiaomi has globally launched its flagship series, the Xiaomi 12 and 12 Pro. both run on Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 mobile platform with 8GB and 12GB RAM options. The Xiaomi 12 Pro is the larger model in the series, featured an 6.73-inch 3200 x 1440 AMOLED display, compared to the slightly smaller 6.28-inch panel in Xiaomi 12 model.

10. Redmi k50 Pro – Gaming Edition

The Redmi K50 Gaming Edition features a 6.67” OLED display with 2400×1080 pixels and 120Hz refresh rate. Powered by the latest SD 8 Gen 1 chip paired with three memory configuration – 128GB + 8GB RAM, 128GB + 12GB RAM, 256GB + 12GB RAM. Redmi K50 Gaming Edition is priced at CNY 3,299 for 8GB + 128GB model, which is one of the cheapest gaming phone.

11. Vivo X80 Pro

The Vivo X80 Pro flaunts a 6.78-inch AMOLED display that has QHD+ 1440 x 3200 pixels resolution. Phone is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chipset paired with up to 12GB of RAM. It eqquiped a quad camera setup – 50 MP (wide), gimbal OIS +
8 MP (periscope telephoto) + 12 MP (telephoto) + 48 MP (ultrawide).

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