Xiaomi and iQOO have recently unveiled their flagship phones powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset. In addition to these brands, OnePlus, Redmi, Realme, and Meizu are also expected to launch their own SD8G3 phones this year. Furthermore, some of these brands are anticipated to release flagship phones powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset. Let's take a look at the leaked details about the upcoming SD8G2 phones, as revealed by tipster Digital Chat Station.
Redmi K70 and OnePlus Ace 3 Key Details
According to DCS' Weibo post, the Redmi K70 and OnePlus Ace 3 will be equipped with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset. The K70 is rumored to feature a 2K resolution display with a flat design and slim bezels. On the other hand, the Ace 3 will sport a BOE-supplied Oriental Screen, an OLED panel with curved edges, offering a 1.5K resolution. Both devices are also expected to have a metallic frame.
Battery and Charging Capabilities
The leaker claims that the Ace 3 will house a 5,500mAh battery with support for 100W charging. Previous reports suggest that the K70 will come with a 5,120mAh battery, offering 120W fast charging.
It is worth noting that both phones are scheduled to be released globally in Q1 2024. When launched internationally, these devices may bear the names Poco F6 and OnePlus 12R.
Other Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 Phones Expected
The Redmi K70 and OnePlus Ace 3 are not the only Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 phones anticipated to launch this year. The Honor 100, 100 Pro, and iQOO Neo 9 Pro are also expected to feature the same chipset. Considering that the Xiaomi and iQOO flagship phones with Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 start at a price of 3,999 Yuan (~$550), it is likely that the upcoming Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 phones may cost around 3,000 Yuan (~$410).
