Qualcomm unveils Snapdragon 4s Gen 2 to make 5G accessible to billions

Qualcomm unveiled the Snapdragon 4s Gen 2 mobile platform, which can make 5G accessible to
billions of smartphone users, the company said.

Snapdragon 4s Gen 2 redefines the entry-level mobile experience, packed with consumer must-haves, including Gigabit 5G connectivity, robust power efficiency for all-day battery life, and good camera capabilities.

This mobile platform will make 5G accessible to 2.8 billion smartphone users in select regions, offering one Gbps peak download speeds, which is seven times faster than the LTE platforms typically available in the same price tier 2.

Snapdragon 4s Gen 2 will be initially adopted by key original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), including Xiaomi and its other brands, with the first commercial device expected to be announced before the end of the year.

The goal is to make 5G more accessible and reliable. This new platform is another example of how Qualcomm is committed to engineering human progress, pioneering the global transition from 4G to 5G to empower communities and industries alike.

Snapdragon 4s Gen 2 is also packed with feature-rich enhancements, including robust CPU performance for seamless multitasking and productivity, dual band navIC for better position accuracy, AI-enhanced audio, and entertainment experiences like smooth gameplay and powerful video streaming.

“The Snapdragon 4s Gen 2 Mobile Platform is a significant leap forward in making 5G technology more accessible, so more people can navigate the world at 5G speeds,” said Chris Patrick, senior vice president and general manager of mobile handsets at Qualcomm Technologies, said in a statement. “Thanks to cutting-edge engineering, we balanced affordability with strong performance and all-day battery life as well as widespread access to 5G for more enhanced mobile experiences.”

“We are excited to be working with Qualcomm Technologies to enable access to gigabit-fast connectivity for users” said Muralikrishnan B, President, Xiaomi India, in a statement. “Many people have yet to experience the benefits of 5G, and thanks to Snapdragon 4s Gen 2, Xiaomi can bring 5G connectivity to a broader audience to help reshape the way the world connects and interacts.”

Snapdragon 4s Gen 2 will initially be adopted by Xiaomi, with the first device expected to be announced before the end of 2024.