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Ask Jerry: Why is Google using a 'mid-range' chip in its flagship phones? Diving into why the Pixel still uses Tensor instead of Snapdragon and why that's probably not going to change anytime soon

Have a question about the tech in your life? If so, maybe we can get them answered!

Android Central

Qualcomm levels up affordable phones with a faster Snapdragon chip

Qualcomm just dropped the Snapdragon 6s Gen 4, and it’s ready to elevate budget and mid-range Android phones in a big way.

Android Central

Apple M5 vs Snapdragon X2 Elite Extreme benchmarks: The early verdict is in, and it's a surprise

Apple has just released its all-new M5 chip in the latest MacBook Pro and iPad Pro, while Qualcomm has already shown off the power of its Snapdragon X2 Elite Extreme CPU coming to laptops in 2026. And we've got the test results to compare the processors.

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Snapdragon X2 Elite Extreme vs. Apple M5 | ARM-based computing levels up, but how do these chips compare?

Apple's new M5 CPU is soon making its way into the MacBook Pro, iPad Pro, and Apple Vision Pro, while Qualcomm's Snapdragon X2 Elite family is expected to arrive early next year. Here's an early look at how the chips compare.

Windows Central

The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra might use an Exynos chipset, and surprisingly that could be a good thing

It's reportedly "likely" that the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra will have an Exynos 2600 chipset in some regions, and this could be the best chipset of 2026.

TechRadar

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra may not get a Snapdragon chip — here's what we know

Samsung could ditch Qualcomm for some Galaxy S26 Ultra models, and utilize the Exynos 2600 instead. Something that hasn't happened since 2022.

Tom’s Guide

The iPhone Air beats the Galaxy S25 Edge — but here’s how Samsung can change that with the Galaxy S26 Edge

The iPhone Air has some clear advantages over the Galaxy S25 Edge. But Samsung can turn the tables on Apple by picking up 5 key lessons for improving the Galaxy S26 Edge.

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Samsung Galaxy S26 and Galaxy S26 Plus may miss out on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 — here's why

Samsung can't be consistent with which phones get what, and that means the Galaxy S26 and S26 plus may come with an Exynos 2600 chipset.

Tom’s Guide

Half of the Samsung Galaxy S26 models may use Exynos rather than Snapdragon chipsets, new leak says

The S26 Pro and S26 Plus may go with Exynos, while the S26 Edge and S26 Ultra get Snapdragon.

TechRadar

Samsung's next-gen tech might power an alternative Galaxy Z Flip 8 Snapdragon

Recent rumors claimed that Samsung is moving ahead with a next-gen Snapdragon variant with Qualcomm for the Flip 8.

Android Central

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 just tipped for monstrously powerful upgrade

Samsung is apparently trying to make a 2nm version of the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, which could give its 2026 foldables even more power compared to the regular 3nm edition of the chip.

Tom’s Guide

Apple, watch out: this tiny Snapdragon PC could be the Mac mini rival I've been waiting for - but you can't buy it, and I'm furious about that

Qualcomm's ultra-compact reference systems are something I'd personally buy over many mini PCs on the market today.

TechRadar

Snapdragon X2 Elite Extreme vs. Apple M4: Does Qualcomm's next-gen chip give the M4 series proper competition?

Qualcomm recently announced its next-gen flagship Snapdragon X2 Elite Extreme SoC, and you might be wondering how it compares to the Apple M4 series. Here's what we know so far.

Windows Central

Qualcomm’s new saucer-shaped fanless Snapdragon computer concept is barely thinner than a little known 10 year old mini PC - but there’s no photo finish for performance

Snapdragon X2 Elite processor powers new saucer sized prototype mini PC.

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Samsung Galaxy S26 Won't Get Snapdragon Globally — Exynos 2600 to Power Next Flagship, Report Claims

Samsung's Galaxy S26 could mark a big shift in strategy, with the Exynos 2600 processor returning for certain markets, while Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 powers the flagship elsewhere, reports claim.

PC Gamer

Snapdragon X2 Elite Extreme early tests beat out AMD, Intel, and Apple as the most powerful mobile chip on the market but price uncertainty still remains a sticking point

It will likely be more expensive than the previous generation.

Android Central

Should you buy the Galaxy S25 FE or go for the 'regular' version?

The Galaxy S25 FE claims to offer all the features you love at a lower price. Does it live up to that promise, or are you better off buying the "regular" Galaxy S25?

Tom’s Guide

I benchmarked the Snapdragon X2 Elite Extreme — here's how it compares to Apple M4, Intel Core Ultra 9 and more

Qualcomm's latest Snapdragon X2 Elite Extreme CPU benchmarks are here, and the results impress against its competition.

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Tom’s Hardware

Qualcomm’s 18-core Snapdragon X2 Elite Extreme dominates in first benchmarks – 18 cores and 48GB of on-package memory on a 192-bit bus look tough to beat

Testing the Snapdragon X2 Elite Extreme made me wonder how Intel and AMD are going to respond. Qualcomm’s new flagship chip looks ready to dominate on all fronts.

TechRadar

Qualcomm Guardian is its rival to Intel's popular vPro platform management system - it can even work without Wi-Fi, but I'm not sure whether it's such a good thing

Snapdragon Guardian is an always-on PC management system that works offline but there are concerns about privacy and user device control.

TechRadar

Qualcomm's most powerful CPU ever will target AMD's Ryzen AI+ 395 with 128GB onboard LPDDR5X memory - while Intel has only 32GB integrated memory to contend with

Qualcomm launches Snapdragon X2 Elite and Extreme with up to 18 cores, 128GB memory, ray tracing graphics, and 80 TOPS AI.

Android Central

Google and Qualcomm finally realize what AI is for

Qualcomm's latest chip will help enable a new evolution of personalized agentic AI.

Tom’s Guide

Snapdragon X2 Elite vs Snapdragon X Elite: Here's what's new

Qualcomm's next-gen Snapdragon X2 Elite CPUs have been revealed, but how much of an upgrade are they over their Snapdragon X Elite predecessors? Here are the clear differences between the chips for Windows PCs.

Tom’s Guide

Snapdragon X2 Elite: 5 key features I can't wait to try

Qualcomm's next-gen Snapdragon X2 Elite CPUs are set to raise the bar for Windows PCs, with faster CPU performance, boosted PC gaming, "multi-day" battery life and more. Here's what to look forward to.

Tom’s Guide

I've been skeptical about AI on phones — the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chip coming to Android could make me a believer

The performance delivered by the new Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset for Android phones will grab a lot of attention. But don't overlook what this new silicon means for AI on your phone.

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