Key Takeaways
1. The Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 launch has been delayed and is now set for November 26, 2025.
2. It will initially launch in China before expanding to other regions, with devices like the OnePlus Ace 6T expected to use it.
3. The Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 features a 2+6 CPU core configuration, with performance cores clocked at 3.8 GHz and efficiency cores at 3.36 GHz.
4. It is equipped with the Adreno 840 GPU, which may operate at a lower frequency than the Elite version.
5. The Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 is the first non-flagship chipset to use Qualcomm’s Orion cores, differing from previous models that used standard Arm Cortex IP.
Initially planned to release at the same time as the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 has had its launch delayed by several weeks. It earlier appeared on Geekbench, showing performance that is on par with its Elite version for multi-core tasks, though it falls behind in single-core performance. It now has a confirmed date for its official release.
Launch Date Announcement
Qualcomm is set to unveil the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 on November 26, 2025. Similar to the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, it will first launch in China before becoming available in other regions. One of the first devices expected to incorporate this chip is the OnePlus Ace 6T. Other upcoming models include the Vivo S50 and Vivo X Fold 6.
Specifications Overview
In terms of specifications, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 will closely resemble its Elite variant, featuring a 2+6 CPU core configuration. The performance cores (P cores) will be clocked at 3.8 GHz, while the efficiency cores (E cores) will run at 3.36 GHz. For graphics, it will be equipped with the same Adreno 840 GPU as the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, though it may operate at a lower frequency.
New Core Architecture
The Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 is notable as the first non-flagship chipset to utilize Qualcomm’s proprietary Orion cores. It is yet to be determined if these are the same cores found in the 8 Elite Gen 5. Previous models, like the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4, utilized standard Arm Cortex IP instead.



















