Qualcomm outs Snapdragon 410 SoC, 64-bit with LTE

Qualcomm Technologies has just introduced its latest and first low-cost chipset that comes with 64-bit processing and 4G LTE connectivity – the Snapdragon 410.

In addition to 64-bit processing, the new Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 comes with an integrated 4G LTE World Mode, Adreno 306 GPU, 1080p video playback, and support for cameras of up to 13 megapixels. Basic connectivity features are also included like WiFi, Bluetooth, FM, GPS, GLONASS, but with the addition of NFC and support for dual and triple SIM.

What’s impressive here is that Qualcomm is aiming the Snapdragon 410 at smartphones with very affordable price tags, giving mobile device manufacturers a chance to release competitive entry-level devices that support 4G LTE.

“We are excited to bring 4G LTE to highly affordable smartphones at a sub $150PHP 8,803INR 12,712EUR 143CNY 1,092 (~ Php7,000USD 119INR 10,112EUR 114CNY 869) price point with the introduction of the Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 processor,” said Jeff Lorbeck, senior vice president and chief operating officer, Qualcomm Technologies, China.

The Snapdragon 410 processor is anticipated to begin sampling in the first half of 2014 and expected to be in commercial devices in the second half of 2014.

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