Qualcomm(US:QCOM) 猿大侠·2026-01-04 04:11Group 1 - Qualcomm's sixth-generation Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 chip will be divided into "Standard" and "Pro" versions, with the Pro version expected to exceed $300, making it likely exclusive to high-end "Ultra" models [1] - The Pro version's price increase is attributed to advancements in manufacturing processes, specifically the use of TSMC's 2nm technology, which significantly raises production costs [3] - The cost of a single 2nm silicon wafer is approximately $30,000, which could account for one-third of the total production budget for high-end smartphones, leading many manufacturers to opt for the Standard version to maintain price stability [3] Group 2 - The Standard version of the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 is expected to feature a "2+3+3" CPU cluster and will support LPDDR5X memory, providing flagship performance without the latest LPDDR6 support [3] - The Standard version may offer better battery life and stable performance due to its conservative configuration, avoiding the overheating issues associated with high-performance chips [3] - The existence of the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 chip was confirmed through the analysis of HyperOS code, indicating its release alongside the Xiaomi 18 series [5][7] Group 3 - HyperOS code also reveals Qualcomm's advancements in communication technology, referencing the Snapdragon X90 and X95 modems for enhanced connectivity features [8]