Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 Chipset Expected to Drive Up Prices of Top Android Phones in 2025

Qualcomm's Senior Vice President, Chris Patrick, Hints at Price Increase for Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 Chipset in Pursuit of Exceptional Performance Levels.

While the precise extent of this price hike remains unknown, there is a distinct possibility that it will be transferred to consumers.

This news is particularly significant because, based on historical trends, a substantial number of phones are likely to adopt the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4. This list may encompass the Samsung Galaxy S25 series (in some regions), the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7, the Galaxy Z Fold 7, the OnePlus 13, the Xiaomi 15 lineup, and numerous others.