Qualcomm Unveils Next-Gen Snapdragon G Series for Enhanced Handheld Gaming Experiences
TL;DR:
- Qualcomm announces the 2025 Snapdragon G Series Gaming Platforms, designed for various handheld gaming devices.
- The new lineup includes Snapdragon G3 Gen 3, G2 Gen 2, and G1 Gen 2, each tailored for specific gaming needs.
- These platforms support cloud, console, Android, and PC games, offering versatile gaming options.
- OEMs like AYANEO, ONEXSUGAR, and Retroid Pocket will release devices powered by these platforms.
Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. has announced its 2025 lineup of Snapdragon G Series Gaming Platforms at the Game Developers Conference. This new portfolio is designed to power handheld gaming devices for a wide range of players, offering enhanced performance and immersive gaming experiences.
Next-Generation Snapdragon G Series Platforms
The new Snapdragon G Series includes three platforms, each catering to different gaming needs:
- Snapdragon G3 Gen 3: This platform supports Lumen, Unreal Engine 5’s dynamic illumination and reflections system, for Android handheld gaming devices. It offers 30% faster CPU performance and 28% faster graphics capabilities compared to the previous generation, along with improved power efficiency. It also supports Wi-Fi 7 for reduced latency and increased bandwidth.
- Snapdragon G2 Gen 2: Aimed at gaming and cloud gaming at 144FPS, this platform provides a balance of performance and efficiency. It boasts a 2.3x CPU performance increase and 3.8x faster GPU capabilities over the Snapdragon G2 Gen 1. The platform also supports Wi-Fi 7 for faster wireless connections.
- Snapdragon G1 Gen 2: Designed for cloud gaming on dedicated handheld Android devices, this platform delivers up to 1080p at 120 FPS over Wi-Fi. It offers 80% faster CPU and 25% faster GPU performance for seamless gameplay.
Enhancing Handheld Gaming Experiences
The Snapdragon G Series platforms offer gamers the flexibility to play cloud, console, Android, or PC games on-the-go. These platforms are designed to power a wide range of handheld gaming devices, allowing manufacturers and developers to innovate in various form factors.
“The Snapdragon G Series Gaming Platforms are redefining on-the-go gaming with advanced performance and immersive experiences,” said Micah Knapp, Senior Director, Product Management at Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. “These next-generation Snapdragon G Series processors will power the future of handheld gaming by supporting a wide range of play types and form factors for manufacturers and developers to innovate around.”
OEM Device Releases
Starting this quarter, OEMs such as AYANEO, ONEXSUGAR, and Retroid Pocket will release handheld gaming devices powered by the new Snapdragon G Series platforms.
