#Snapdragon X60

Qualcomm is launching its third-generation Modem-RF System designed for 5G, the Snapdragon X60. The Snapdragon X60 is designed to provide operators more flexibility by utilizing a mix of frequency bands (mmWave, sub-6GHz, including low bands), band types (5G, Frequency Division Duplex (FDD), and Time Division Duplex (TDD)), and deployment modes (SA and NSA) to get high-speed and low-latency network coverage. The Snapdragon X60 modem features: the latest 5nm process node to improve power efficiency and space Support for 5G TDD-TDD sub-6 carrier aggregation to improve coverage and peak speeds (up to twice the peak speed of the past generation Snapdragon X55 when using a SA network). New Qualcomm QTM535 mmWave antenna module is smaller, allowing for sleeker smartphone designs Capable of delivering up to 7.5 Gbps download speed with 3 Gbps upload speed The new Snapdragon X60 modems will reportedly be used in devices from the first quarter of 2021. Qualcomm has released a development smartphone and tablet that touts the latest Snapdragon 810 processor. In addition, its Adreno 430 GPU can output 30% more performance than the Snapdragon 805’s Adreno 420 while supporting 4K display resolution. Price tag for both devices are pretty steep, but do consider that having one means you're one of the firsts to have a device running the Snapdragon 810. Interested buyers can snag one this December. Read more in our articles including "Qualcomm launches 3rd gen Snapdragon X60 5G Modem-RF System" and "Qualcomm outs smartphone & tablet w/ Snapdragon 810".