Several reports have revealed that there will be two versions of the next-generation Qualcomm Snapdragon Elite-branded 8-series chip. These include the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 and 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro. Tipster Digital Chat Station has now shared fresh details about the standard variant and how it differs from the Pro model.
Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 key details revealed
According to the tipster, the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6, identified as SM8950, is expected to be built on TSMC’s advanced 2nm process. It is said to feature a new 2+3+3 Oryon CPU layout, along with a shared 16MB L2 cache. This architecture indicates a strong focus on balancing performance and efficiency for flagship devices.
On the graphics side, the chipset may include an Adreno 845 GPU with a six-slice design, paired with 12MB GMEM and 6MB system-level cache. It is also expected to support LPDDR5X memory and UFS 5.0 storage, making it suitable for high-performance smartphones without pushing costs too high. The chip is likely to power upper mid-range and mainstream flagship models in the next cycle.
How does the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 differ from the Pro variant
The same source suggests that the standard version comes with slightly reduced cache and peripheral capabilities compared to the Pro model. Earlier reports indicate that the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro, carrying model number SM8975, could bring support for LPDDR6 memory along with a more powerful Adreno 850 GPU and expanded cache configuration.
While its performance is expected to as high as 6GHz, it is also being said that it might not even deliver 20 percent performance improvement over its previous generation.
In addition, the Pro variant is expected to target premium Ultra-tier smartphones, while the standard chip may focus on offering stable performance and better efficiency for a wider range of devices. There are also claims that the Pro model could achieve significantly higher clock speeds, possibly crossing the 5GHz mark under certain conditions.
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