3 phones launching by the end of this year will come with new Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset 

Qualcomm introduces the Snapdragon 8 Elite, its most advanced mobile processor, promising ultra-fast performance for flagship phones. Realme, iQOO, and OnePlus are set to launch new devices powered by this cutting-edge chipset by the end of the year.

In Short

• Realme is set to launch the first phone in India with Qualcomm's latest Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset
• As the year draws to a close, iQOO is gearing up to introduce its latest flagship, the iQOO 13
• The fans in India are eagerly anticipating the OnePlus 13 launch, but so far, no exact date has been provided

Qualcomm has unveiled its most powerful mobile processor, the Snapdragon 8 Elite, at the Snapdragon Summit. This new chip is built to deliver ultra-fast performance for flagship phones. And the buyers will soon get to experience the new chipset as three smartphone companies including Realme, iQOO and OnePlus will launch their flagship phones by the end of this year. The new chipset is designed to make everything from gaming to AI-powered apps run smoother and faster. As the "brain" of your phone, the Snapdragon 8 Elite boosts multitasking, ensuring you can switch between apps, stream videos, and play games without any lag. This processor sets a new standard for mobile speed and efficiency.

Realme GT 7 Pro

Realme is set to launch the first phone in India with Qualcomm's latest Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, the Realme GT 7 Pro. This flagship device, debuting in November, will bring cutting-edge performance to the Indian market, powered by Qualcomm's most advanced processor yet. Previously referred to as the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4, the Snapdragon 8 Elite promises faster speeds, better efficiency, and smarter AI integration, making the GT 7 Pro a top contender in the high-end smartphone market.

Realme has confirmed that the GT 7 Pro will be available on Amazon India and in offline stores, ensuring easy access for customers across the country. The company also highlights the device’s impressive Antutu benchmark score, which exceeds 3 million, showcasing its raw power and performance. Realme aims to provide a seamless user experience, from fast multitasking to smoother gaming, through the power of the Snapdragon 8 Elite.
Other brands, including Samsung, Asus, and Xiaomi, are also expected to adopt Qualcomm's new chip, but Realme GT 7 Pro will be the first in India, solidifying Realme’s place at the forefront of the Android flagship category.

iQOO 13

As the year draws to a close, iQOO is gearing up to introduce its latest flagship, the iQOO 13, to the Indian market. While the phone is set to debut in China at the end of October 2024, Indian fans are eagerly awaiting its arrival. iQOO India CEO, Nipun Marya, has already teased the upcoming launch on X (formerly Twitter), sparking excitement among tech enthusiasts. Although an official India launch date hasn't been announced, reports suggest the iQOO 13 could make its debut in India on December 3, 2024.

This timeline seems likely, as last year’s iQOO 12 also launched in early December. With features starting to be teased, it's clear that iQOO is preparing to make a big impact in the Indian market. The iQOO 13 is expected to offer top-tier performance, powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, ensuring it competes in the high-end smartphone category.

OnePlus 13

OnePlus has officially announced its next flagship phone, the OnePlus 13, which is set to launch in China on October 31. The company has revealed that the phone will be available in three colors: Obsidian Black, White Dune, and Blue Moment. Following its Chinese debut, the OnePlus 13 is expected to launch globally, with India likely to get the phone soon after. Based on past releases, the OnePlus 13 could arrive in India in January 2025, though we're still waiting for official confirmation.

The fans in India are eagerly anticipating the OnePlus 13 launch, but so far, no exact date has been provided. If we look at OnePlus’ track record, the OnePlus 12 was launched in China in December 2023 and arrived in India in January 2024. Given this pattern, it’s expected that the OnePlus 13 will follow a similar timeline. While it’s arriving in China slightly earlier than its predecessor, it’s unlikely that the phone will launch in India before 2025. Fans can expect more updates as the global release date approaches.