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Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 SoC series: Next generation to launch in China in March 2023

Qualcomm schedules a Chinese launch event. (Source: Qualcomm CN)
Qualcomm schedules a Chinese launch event. (Source: Qualcomm CN)
Qualcomm China's announcement of an upcoming launch event has led to speculation that the next addition to the Snapdragon 7 series of mid-range mobile processors will be unveiled on that day. The silicon in question could be a successor to the current Gen 1 flagship, a refresh of the same, or, possibly, both. It is projected to power next-gen smartphones from brands such as Realme and Redmi.
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The launch of the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 as the latest flagship-grade SoC for smartphones from Qualcomm has given rise to predictions that its less premium counterpart, the 7 Gen 2, should also make an appearance soon.

However, it has yet to make an appearance since its line's switch from the old Snapdragon 7xxx naming convention to the new 7 Gen n system was announced. Yet more surprisingly, the Gen 1 has yet to sprout a Plus variant, despite the existence of the corresponding 8+ Gen 1, and the numerous premium devices it has powered thereafter.

Now, however, it is possible that the 7 series is getting an update after all. Qualcomm China has thanked its Weibo audience for its patience just prior to setting March 17, 2023 as a date for a new "Snapdragon product release".

Accordingly, this event might finally confirm whether a 7+ Gen 1 and/or Gen 2 exist and, if so, how accurate the leaks concerning their specs have been.

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Deirdre O'Donnell, 2023-03-12 (Update: 2023-03-12)