Upon their introduction, Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 phones were considered the most powerful 5G mobiles. They promised and delivered faster AI performance, better gaming experience, and photography, among others. They were introduced after dramatic changes in the instruction set, CPU, and GPU structure. It also has features like WIFI 6 and 6E with multi-gig speed and can entertain multiple devices on the same network. Here are some of the new and upcoming smartphones with Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 processors
Xiaomi 12 Pro 5G
Xiaomi 12 range is amongst the earliest to have Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 SoC. This series comes with high refresh rate displays, fast charging (with the charger included in the box), and immense power, making it an attractive option.
It features a Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 processor, up to 256GB of storage, 12GB of RAM, and a 6.28-inch Full HD+ display. The 4,500mAh battery supports 67W charging, and the triple-camera setup at the back consists of 50MP+13MP+5MP. The Xiaomi 12 Pro upgrades to a larger 6.73-inch WQHD+ display, a 4,600mAh battery, and 120W fast charging, with three 50MP rear sensors.
OnePlus 10 pro
OnePlus 10 pro comes with many interesting new features, just like in its other flagship phones. In addition to an impressive Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 processor, a new LTPO 2.0 display, and an amazing 80W wireless charging speed with super VOOC charging, 5000 mAh battery. This handset has a capable main camera 48 MP + 50 MP + 8MP triple primary camera accompanied with dual LED flash and 32 MP front camera, and stereo speakers as well.
It comes with 6.7 inches (17.02 cm) display, 526 PPI, Fluid AMOLED, and 120 Hz Refresh Rate. It has got handset features that can increase the time spent on 5G technology. It retailed for Rs. 60.999 across various platforms and was released on April 5, 2022.
Samsung Galaxy S22 Series
Samsung’s Galaxy S22 phones were not the first ones to ship with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 processor, but they are among the most popular handsets with this chip. It comes with a 6.1 inches dynamic AMOLED display, 422 PPI, and 120 Hz display. The camera has been upgraded to 50MP + 12 MP + 10 MP being the main camera and a 10 MP front camera.
Though it only comes with a 3700mAh battery, it has a fast charging option and supports wireless charging. Its accompanied features include a dual sim facility, fingerprint sensor, waterproof IP68 & dustproof, and Corning Gorilla Glass Victus-protected front screen. It supports 5G technology in India.
Realme GT 2 Pro
Realme GT 2 Pro has been a game changer for the brand with its impressive new technology and features. It marks the company’s entrance into the ultra flagship market. Its features include Octa-core Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 processor, and 8 GB RAM. It has 6.7 inches with 526 PPI and AMOLED display.
It has a very powerful main camera with 50MP +50MP + 2MP and 32 MP front camera with dual LED flash. 5000mAh battery with Super Dart Charging is yet another positive of the phone. Further, it has all the other basic yet important features like dual sim, supports 5G, on-screen fingerprint, Android v12OS, Corning Gorilla glass Victus protected front screen. However, it is essential to note that it has 128 GB of non-expandable storage and no FM radio facility. It retails for 39,900 and was launched on Jan 22.
Motorola Edge 30 Pro 5G
Motorola has been MIA for quite some time, however, that has changed with the introduction of its flagship Motorola Edge 30 Pro. Equipped with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 processor, 8GB or 12GB of LPDDR5 RAM, and a fluid 144Hz 6.7-inch P-OLED display. The Motorola Edge Plus (2022) comes with 512GB of internal storage and is also expandable.
The battery of 4800mAh comes with Turbo Power Charging. It is supposedly India’s fastest Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 phone. It has a 10-bit OLED Display equipped with Corning Gorilla Glass v5, Dolby Atmos speakers, and 50MP +50MP + 2MP main camera with Dual-color LED flash and 60MP front camera. It retails for Rs. 36,200.
Wrapping up
These were the best smartphones that come with Snapdragon B Gen 1 processors to fulfill your gaming needs. The best option among these options is the Motorola Edge 30 pro 5g, this smartphone comes with a really good price tag that makes it a value-for-money smartphone. Follow us on social media for more buying guides and tips and tricks.
