At IMC 2026, Snapdragon Leads the Agentic AI Age with Two of the World’s Fastest Mobile SoCs Powering the Next Generation of Smartphones

 October 9^th, New Delhi: At India Mobile Congress (IMC) 2026, Qualcomm Technologies showcased the first look of the upcoming devices powered by Snapdragon® 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 and Snapdragon® 8 Elite Gen 6, including the iQOO 16, Motorola Signature 27, and Xiaomi 18 Pro smartphones. Designed to meet the evolving needs of consumers and OEM partners, both platforms power a new generation of mobile experiences 

 “For years, smartphones have helped us find information. The next step is helping us get things done. Agentic AI can understand what you’re trying to achieve, make recommendations, take actions and simplify everyday tasks, making technology feel more natural and useful,” said Saurabh Arora, Business Head – Mobile, Compute, and XR, Qualcomm India. “With Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 and Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6, we’re bringing these experiences directly onto the device, opening the door to a smarter and more personal smartphone experience.”

Where Intelligence Meets Premium Performance
As Qualcomm Technologies’ most powerful mobile platform, Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 delivers breakthrough AI capabilities and advanced performance to power the most advanced Android smartphones.

New features:

• Enables everyday agents to deliver faster, more personalized, and more dependable experiences that adapt to users throughout the day.
• Enhanced mobile gaming with the new Adreno Neural Fusion, using AI to deliver intelligent graphics for more immersive gameplay, richer visuals, and longer playtime.
• AI powered camera capabilities with Advanced Professional Video (APV) support and Intelligent Pixel Control deliver deeper scene understanding, enhanced image quality, and more natural-looking photos and videos.

Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 is built on the same advanced 2nm process node, powered by the custom-built Qualcomm Oryon^™ CPU, rearchitected Qualcomm^® Adreno^™ GPU, and the advanced Qualcomm^® Hexagon^™ NPU. This enables the platform to power many of the same breakthrough AI, gaming, imaging, and connectivity features as Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 to a broader range of top-tier smartphones.

Partner Quotes:

Nipun Marya, CEO, iQOO

“At iQOO, our focus has always been on bringing the latest technology to consumers and pushing the boundaries of what a smartphone can deliver. Our long-standing partnership with Qualcomm Technologies has been central to this journey. Today, consumers expect their flagship smartphones to offer sustained performance, along with intelligent AI experiences that make everyday life simpler. With iQOO 16, we are among the first brands to bring the Snapdragon® 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 Mobile Platform to users. As smartphones become an increasingly important part of how we work, create and connect, we will continue to focus on innovation that delivers real value and keeps the Quest moving forward.”

Motorola

Shivam Ranjan, Head of Marketing, APAC, Motorola

“At Motorola, we believe the next era of mobile innovation will be driven by AI that is increasingly personal, contextual and proactive, delivered through seamlessly connected experiences. Our longstanding collaboration with Qualcomm Technologies continues to play a critical role in bringing these advancements to consumers. As one of the world’s first smartphones powered by the Snapdragon® 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 platform, the motorola signature 27 showcases how breakthrough AI experiences, professional-grade imaging, iconic design, and immersive entertainment can come together to create a truly differentiated flagship experience. Together with Qualcomm Technologies, Motorola remains committed to shaping a future where smartphones evolve from connected devices into truly intelligent companions.”

Xiaomi

Gautam Batra, Associate Director, Product Marketing, Xiaomi India

“Our partnership with Qualcomm Technologies has been key to how we continue to bring flagship experiences to our consumers. With the Xiaomi 18 Pro, powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6, we are taking that experience further, combining exceptional performance with innovations such as its distinctive back display. Together, these advancements push the boundaries of what a flagship can deliver, setting new performance benchmarks while reimagining how consumers experience and interact with their smartphone.”

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