Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 Name Tipped for Qualcomm SM8845 Chip
A new leak claims Qualcomm’s SM8845 processor might be called the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5. If true, it will fit between the 8s Gen 5 and the flagship Elite series, offering a fresh option for upcoming Android flagships in 2026 — including in the Philippines.
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SM8845 Might Launch as Snapdragon 8 Gen 5
Popular leaker Digital Chat Station reports that Qualcomm could use this branding for its SM8845 chip. It would sit above the Snapdragon 8s Gen 5, which is due in April. 👉 See: Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 – Name, Specs & Timeline Leaked
Meanwhile, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 will likely offer better performance than the 8s line, but stay below the Snapdragon 8 Elite 2.
Qualcomm’s Naming: From Gen 3 to Elite to Gen 5
Instead of calling its next flagship the “Gen 4,” Qualcomm introduced the Elite name. The potential return to a “Gen 5” label signals a split between upper-midrange and top-tier silicon. This creates clearer options for manufacturers.
This suggests a clearer structure. Manufacturers can now choose between the 8s, Gen 5, and Elite tiers depending on the phone’s target segment.
📌 Compare the tiers: Snapdragon 8 Elite – 45% Faster CPU, Unreal Engine 5.3
Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 Performance vs Dimensity 9400+
This processor is expected to go head-to-head with MediaTek’s Dimensity 9400+, which launches on April 11. It features a Cortex-X925 clocked at 3.7GHz. 🔥 Learn more: MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ Launch Date Confirmed
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Snapdragon Summit 2025: SM8845 Launch Possibility
Qualcomm’s upcoming summit in Hawaii will spotlight the 8 Elite 2. It’s unknown if the SM8845 chip will share the stage or arrive later.
That said, many expect SM8845 to appear in next year’s high-performance Android devices. Phones from brands like Xiaomi, OnePlus, and Vivo may adopt this chip.
📈 Also read: Geekbench Explained – What Do Benchmark Scores Really Mean?
Final Thoughts
If Qualcomm goes with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 name, it would mark a smart shift. It gives brands more flexibility and helps buyers better understand chip tiers. With MediaTek pushing hard, the race for 2025 and 2026 performance leadership is already heating up.
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