--- markdown_generated_at: "2026-11-10" title: "Unlocking a new era of automotive intelligence" url: "https://www.qualcomm.com/automotive/products/elite" --- # Unlocking a new era of automotive intelligence Our most advanced automotive Snapdragon® platform yet is here. ## Snapdragon® Cockpit Elite Snapdragon Ride™ Elite We're unlocking the next generation of AI-accelerated experiences with premium platforms for software-defined vehicles. Unified SoC architecture Purpose-built for automotive Artificial intelligence Unified SoC architecture ## Powerful, efficient central compute Qualcomm® Oryon™ CPU, powering Snapdragon Cockpit Elite and Snapdragon Ride Elite functions on the same SoC—offering our most advanced performance and flexibility. Purpose-built for automotive ## Auto-grade and safety-focused Enables automakers to deliver innovative experiences with the highest levels of quality, safety, and security. Digital assistant Context-aware driver guidance Curated content and services Artificial intelligence ## Multimodal AI powerhouse Intuitive digital assistant adds comfort and convenience with contextually relevant and personalized experiences enabled by natural voice control and other data from sensors inside and outside the vehicle. DATA HIGHLIGHTS ### Powerful. Flexible. Scalable. Qualcomm® Oryon™ CPU customized for automotive workloads Advanced Rendering Qualcomm® Adreno™ GPU high-speed graphics Targeting 3x CPU performance increase\* `https://s7d1.scene7.com/is/image/dmqualcommprod/elite-1?fmt=webp-alpha&qlt=85` Targeting 3x GPU performance increase\* Multimodal AI Powerhouse Targeting 12x NPU performance increase\* 40+ multimodal sensors Multidimensional Premium Entertainment AI-enabled audio Supports up to 16 high resolution displays \*Snapdragon Cockpit Elite and Snapdragon Ride Elite are designed to meet these specifications; specifications are related to previous generation performance. All performance targets are compared to previous generation, based on preliminary internal testing, and subject to change upon final validation. Sampling for this platform will start in 2025. A CLOSER LOOK INSIDE ## Engineered for excellence [Download product brief](https://www.qualcomm.com/content/dam/qcomm-martech/dm-assets/documents/Snapdragon-Cockpit-Elite-Snapdragon-Ride-Elite-Product-Brief.pdf) High performance, low power Qualcomm Oryon™ CPU designed for a 3x increase in CPU performance. Configurable NPU architecture and AI powerhouse Qualcomm® Hexagon™ NPU is designed to amp up AI performance by 12x to deliver new levels of convenience, productivity, entertainment, and comfort throughout a vehicle's lifecycle. Powerful GPU for advanced rendering Qualcomm® Adreno™ GPU is designed to boost rendering performance by 3x for best-in-class UX and premium entertainment. Premium entertainment Advanced display processing unit is designed to power 16 high resolution displays at once, while AI enables zonal audio and noise suppression technology. Flexible ISP with HDR processing 360-degree camera perception and fusion is designed to power up to 20 cameras with up to 16MP resolution for increased visibility. Advanced automated driving systems Optimized for automated driving and mixed criticality workloads and is designed to meet the needs of on device, time-critical decisions and enhanced user experiences. SOLUTIONS ## Foundation of the software defined vehicle `https://s7d1.scene7.com/is/image/dmqualcommprod/digital-chassis-desktop-1?fmt=webp-alpha&qlt=85` Enables superior and security-rich connectivity in and around the vehicle designed to support safety and immersive infotainment. Precise, high-performance positioning technologies support features like connected navigation, safety applications, and more. [Explore Auto Connectivity](https://www.qualcomm.com/automotive/solutions/connectivity-positioning) Creates a comprehensive architecture for bringing connected and intelligent experiences to modern vehicles, including intelligent virtual assistance, safety applications, advanced graphics, multimedia, and AI-enabled audio. [Explore Cockpit](https://www.qualcomm.com/automotive/solutions/cockpit) Offers a scalable, customizable, and ASIL-compliant solution for developing advanced ADAS features that incorporate cutting edge localization, perception, vehicle control, and map functionality. [Explore Snapdragon Ride](https://www.qualcomm.com/automotive/solutions/snapdragon-ride) Provides device, cloud software components, and secure turnkey use case workflows including pre-integrated ecosystem partners, accelerating automakers' ability to deliver highly personalized experiences that can be continually refreshed throughout the vehicle lifecycle. 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