Qualcomm Shows Off Its Next-Gen Snapdragon Chips at IMC 2026, Teases iQOO 16 and Xiaomi 18 Pro
The chipmaker said the platforms will power upcoming flagship phones from iQOO, Motorola and Xiaomi with AI, gaming and camera upgrades.
- At the 10th edition of India Mobile Congress in New Delhi on Friday, Qualcomm unveiled its new Snapdragon Elite Gen processor, with representatives confirming the Motorola Signature 27, Xiaomi Pro, and iQOO 16 will feature the chipset.
- The new platform utilizes advanced 2 nm process technology to balance power and AI capabilities, integrating a customized Qualcomm Oryon CPU, the new Adreno GPU, and the Qualcomm Hexagon NPU for enhanced performance.
- This chipset features agentic AI capable of detecting user needs and performing tasks with reduced manual effort, while optimizing gaming, camera functionality, and thermal performance for faster, more personalized experiences.
- CEO Nipun Marya and Head of Marketing, APAC, Shivam Ranjan emphasized the shift toward intelligent companions, while Xiaomi India Associate Director, Product Marketing, Gautam Batra noted these advancements push flagship boundaries.
- Qualcomm is expanding its flagship range with the Snapdragon Elite Extreme Gen and Elite Gen, supporting Advanced Professional Video, Intelligent Pixel Control, and With Adreno Neural Fusion for immersive gaming and professional-grade imaging.
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