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We call it integrated. Your friends will just call it awesome.

We call it integrated. Your friends will just call it awesome.

Modem? Check. Graphics Processing? Check. CPU? You know it. Qualcomm Snapdragon processors have the most important components integrated into a single chip. This “Snapdragon city” of interconnectivity inside every device allows it to communicate quickly, efficiently, and most importantly, ensures your smartphone can run laps around your friends’ phones. Check out this video to see the “city” inside Snapdragon powered devices.

The Hottest Phones Stay Cool.

The Hottest Phones Stay Cool.

Mobile processors are required to process huge amounts of information quickly and without the use of a fan – so some get really hot. That heat is battery life and processing power wasting away. Snapdragon processors are designed with thermal efficiency as a priority. Watch the video to see how Snapdragon powered devices stay cool.

When Designing the CPU, We Start With Your Needs.

When Designing the CPU, We Start With Your Needs.

We custom design our own microarchitecture, called “Krait,” based on the ARM instruction set. This allows us to innovate and improve performance every step of the way. The Krait CPU design uses asynchronous symmetric multiprocessing (aSMP), a technology that can throttle the frequency of each CPU core independently. This allows the CPU to use only the number of cores and amount of power needed to complete the task at hand, resulting in an incredibly power efficient design. Watch the video to see how performance comes from design.

Independently Impressive

Independently Impressive

The multiple Krait cores inside advanced versions of Snapdragon processors are powerful enough to take on the toughest jobs. Yet, they’re smart enough to power down when the task is simple. The asymmetric design allows them to work independently, and that’s impressive. See what a quad-core Snapdragon processor can accomplish in this video.

When the GPU is built-in, so are killer graphics.

When the GPU is built-in, so are killer graphics.

Graphics are an essential part of the mobile experience. That’s why we design our own graphics processing unit that is integrated into the Snapdragon processor. We call it Adreno. Adreno GPUs significantly accelerate the rendering of complex geometries to meet a level of graphics performance required by today’s most complex and realistic mobile games, user interfaces, web browsers and other advanced graphics applications. Watch the video to see how Snapdragon’s GPU technology enables next-generation graphics.

Game Changer.

Game Changer.

By enabling high-performance graphics, Snapdragon processors are taking mobile gaming to the next level. Gaming studios worldwide are able to develop and optimize titles for Snapdragon enabled mobile devices. We even have our own game development studio that designs games that demonstrate the graphics capabilities of the Adreno GPU. Look for “Reign of Amira,” a game that will push the limits of what you thought was possible on a mobile device. Check out the Reign of Amira Trailer.
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Connect to it all. No wires necessary.

Connect to it all. No wires necessary.

The majority of what your mobile device can do is dependent on what it is connected to. That’s why Snapdragon processors give you faster, more secure, and more stable methods to connect to other networks and other devices. Our patented Gobi modem helps you establish and maintain a strong connection to your network for crystal clear voice and high-speed data.

4G LTE is here. Your phone is ready. Are you?

4G LTE is here. Your phone is ready. Are you?

Snapdragon S4 processors were the first commercially available mobile processors with a built in 4G LTE modem (look at our specs page to see which processors have modems integrated). So, downloads happen quicker. Page loads breeze by. Streaming is streamlined. Up to ten times faster than 3G speed, you’ll feel like you’re hard-wired everywhere you go. And with the only integrated multimode LTE modem, your phone can switch between 4G LTE & 3G without dropping a call or losing a connection.

Getting lost has never been so difficult.

Getting lost has never been so difficult.

The latest Qualcomm Snapdragon processors take advantage of Qualcomm’s IZat technology to give you precise location information inside and out. By using an array of signals including precision GNSS, which consists of GPS and Glonass location receivers, location data can be used for accurate mapping as well as many applications. So navigating the world isn’t just easier, it’s more exact. Watch the video to see how Snapdragon helps keep you on the right path.

The Connections Never End

The Connections Never End

Tune in to FM radio, or tune out with Bluetooth connected headphones. Snapdragon processors enable all the connections you need to get the most out of or into your device. Connections Include:

● Wi-Fi

● Modem

● Bluetooth

● GPS

● HDMI

● USB

The power to watch a film festival. Or produce one.

The power to watch a film festival. Or produce one.

Take in a visual masterpiece in stunning HD and advanced 7.1 surround sound. Or get award-worthy yourself, with the ability to capture full HD 1080p video with full surround sound. Many Snapdragon processors enable up to 3 cameras per device and capture stills of up to 20 megapixels. Yes, this is what it’s like to have a studio in your hands. You’ll be walking down the red carpet in no time.

Roll camera one. Ready camera two and three.

Roll camera one. Ready camera two and three.

Prepare yourself to have some pretty sophisticated photo and video capturing tools in your hands. Upper tier Snapdragon processors enable three separate cameras - one front-facing camera for video conferencing, another for capturing full-HD 1080p and up to 20 megapixel stills, and on some devices a third to capture stereoscopic 3D video. Add on no lag-time shutter speed enabled by our built-in Image Signal Processor (ISP) and your smartphone or tablet is transformed into a high-end digital camera. Get yourself a gaffer and a couple of grips and it’s time for production.

Get to know Snapdragon Processors

Introducing the New Snapdragon Processor Lineup

Introducing the New Snapdragon Processor Lineup

Qualcomm Snapdragon 800, 600, 400 & 200 processors have the right combination of performance and power efficiency for the device you love.
  • See 800, 600, 400, 200 specs

S4: One powerful processor. Tons of devices.

S4: One powerful processor. Tons of devices.

The Snapdragon S4 processor is a marvel of mobile performance. Best of all, it’s found at the heart of many of today’s hottest smartphones and tablets. So there is sure to be one that’s right for you.
  • See S4 specs

Snapdragon S3, S2, S1

Snapdragon S3, S2, S1

The processors that paved the way. Comprising many different manufacturers, operating systems and networks, these processors are everywhere.
  • See S3, S2, S1 specs

The Award-Winning Snapdragon Processor

Best Mobile Processor, 2012
Snapdragon S4 Plus
2012 Telecoms.com LTE North Ameria Awards
Best Chipset / Processor Product
Winner: 4G Smartphone & Tablet Product Innovation; Best of 4G Awards
Qualcomm Incorporated, Snapdragon S4 Plus

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14 Mar 13

Samsung GALAXY S 4 launching in select regions with Snapdragon 600 processors

It appears Samsung has done it again. They just launched the GALAXY S 4, the latest in the very successful GALAXY S line of smartphones. The GALAXY S 4 is packed with cool new features that promise to deliver innovative smartphone experiences to its users.

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20 Feb 13

HTC One launches with benchmark-busting Snapdragon 600 Processor

The next big thing is here. See the new Samsung Galaxy S 4 powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon processor: http://bit.ly/15QQYrc
The next big thing is here. See the new Samsung Galaxy S 4 powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon processor: http://bit.ly/15QQYrc
Paintball, kart racing and bunnies. See what the guys get into during their week off in episode 3 of GameCrib: TSM Snapdragon.
Seen it all? In a hurry? Bored? Not to worry, we have you covered. See how your life can be better with mobile
Is Firefox your go-to browser? Soon enough you can have Firefox as your OS on your device powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon processor. Find out more here: http://bit.ly/X7uWdV
Is Firefox your go-to browser? Soon enough you can have Firefox as your OS on your device powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon processor. Find out more here: http://bit.ly/X7uWdV
Imagine a real Temple Run.
Imagine a real Temple Run.
The BMW LTE Wifi hotspot with the Gobi chipset brings Wifi connectivity into your vehicle just like your favorite 4G LTE smartphone. How would Wifi in your vehicle make you more productive?
Tired of manually syncing to your phone or tablet? Skifta by Qualcomm Atheros is an easy way to control, play and enjoy your music, videos and photos at home and on the move. Download the experience here: http://bit.ly/1125tnF

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— Snapdragon (@Snapdragon) March 15, 2013
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