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List of Smartphones with Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 Processor.

  Smartphones with Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 Processor

Smartphones are getting smarter day by day and now a number of phones have computation capabilities almost similar to those of a powerful PC thanks to the new Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 processor. 


Talk of 4K display quality, multicamera photo and video shooting, advanced wireless connections and multisim 5G conncetions as well as Multi-Frame game play, all these are just but a few of the features that this chipset is capable of.


The Snapdragon 888 is a 64-bit 5nm fabricated system-on-chip announced by Qualcomm on 1st December 2020.


It is expected to power a number of high end 2021 Smartphones, with a number of Smartphone manufactures already expected to launch phones with the Snapdragon 888 processor.


Xiaomi already have emerged the first in the race to launch the first 5nm Smartphone, the Xiaomi Mi 11 announced on December 28th becoming the World's first Snapdragon 888 smartphone.


5G connectivity is one of the key features of this processor, and onboard is Qualcomm's own third gen Snapdragon X605G modem which supports the Dynamic Spectrum Sharing (DSS), the 5G mm wave as well as the sub-6 GHz frequency band. This makes any phone powered by this chipset Compatible to almost all 5G networks across the Globe as well as support 5G roaming.


It can achieve speeds never seen before on a mobile device, with upto 7.5 Gbps pick download speeds and upto 3Gbps uplink speeds. With such speeds, your phone will be an internet powerhouse, enabling you to do just anything you can imagine, including multi-internet connections, upto 8K streaming and much more.


Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 Key features:


Released December 2020

CPU Architecture: 64 bit. .

Process Technology: 5 nm.

CPU clock speed: Up to 2.84 GHz.

Memory: LPDDR4/LPDDR5 up to 16 GB RAM.

Display: 4K@60Hz, QHD@144Hz.

Display features: Demura and subpixel rendering for OLED uniformity.

Max External Display: 4K@60Hz

HDR: HDR10+ HLG, DolbyVision, HDR10.

Color Depth: Upto 10-bit.

Color Gamut: Rec2020.

Dual camera MFNn, ZSL, 30fps; up to 64 MP.

Triple camera MFNn, ZSL, 30fps; up to 28 MP.

Single Camera MFNn, ZSL, 30fps; up to 84 MP.

Single Camera: up to 200 MP.

Camera features: Real-time object classification, low light photography architecture, 10-bit HDR HEIF photo capturer, Multi-Frame Noise Reduction (MFNR).

Slow Motion Video Capture: 720p@960fps.

Up to 10-bit color Depth video Capture.

Video codec support: Dolby vision, H.265(HEVC), HDR10+, HLG, HDR10, H.264 (AVC), VP8, VP9.

Wi-Fi Standards: Wi-Fi 6E, Wi-Fi 6, Wi-Fi 5, 802.11 a/b/g/n.

Qualcomm Wi-Fi 6 technology features: 160 MHz channel support, MU-MIMO (uplink & Download), 8x8 sounding, 4K QAM, OFDMA (Uplink&Downlink), WPA3 security support, 6 GHz operation (Wi-Fi 6E).

Wi-Fi spectral bands: 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, 6 GHz.

Bluetooth 5.1.

Fingerprint Sensor: Qualcomm 3D sonic, Qualcomm 3D Sonic max.

Smartphones with Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 Processor.

Since it's launch, many Smartphone brands showed their interest in launching a smartphone featuring the chipset, and apart from the Xiaomi Mi 11 which was the first to launch with this Processor towards the end of last year, there are a number of flagship phones that have already been launched with the Snapdragon 888 this year with many more expected soon. 

The Smartphones with Snapdragon 888 processor are:

  1. Xiaomi Mi 11.
  2. Xiaomi Redmi K40 Pro.
  3. Vivo X60 Pro Plus.
  4. Samsung Galaxy S21 plus.
  5. Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra.
  6. Oppo Find X3.
  7. Oppo Find X3 Pro.
  8. Realme Koi.
  9. Asus Rog Phone 5.
  10. Asus Rog Phone 5 Pro
  11. Asus Rog Phone 5 Ultimate.
  12. OnePlus 9.
  13. OnePlus 9T.
  14. OnePlus 9 Pro
  15. Xiaomi Black Shark 4 Pro.
  16. ZTE Nubia Red Magic 6R.
  17. ZTE Nubia Red Magic 6 Pro.
  18. Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra
  19. Xiaomi Mi Mix Fold.
  20. ZTE Axon 30.
  21. Lenovo Legion Duel 2.
  22. Lenovo Legion 2 Pro.

Xiaomi Mi 11.

The Xiaomi Redmi 11 became the first phone to feature the Snapdragon 888. Announced 28th December 2020, It is a 5G Smartphone with a 6.81 inch AMOLED display with 1 Billion colors, 120 Hz refresh rate and HDR10+ as well as 1500 nits maximum brightness.

It also features a Triple rear camera setup made of a 108MP primary Camera, a 13 MP ultrawide lens and a 5 MP macro lens.

It can shoot videos of upto 8K@24/30fps, and the single 25MP selfie camera can also record 1080p videos.

Powering the M11 is a non removable Li-po 4,600 mAh battery with 55W fast charge support.

Xiaomi Mi 11 Key Specs/features.

  • Announced: December 28th 2020.
  • Released: Expected January 1st. 2021
  • Network technology: GSM,CDMA, HSPA, EVDO/LTE, 5G.
  • Sim Type: Dual Standby.
  • Build: Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus), Glass back(Gorilla Glass ), or Eco leather back, aluminium frame.
  • Display type: Super AMOLED,1B. Colors, HDR10+, 1500 nits,
  • Screen Size: 6.81 inch, 112.0 cm2, 91.4% Screen-to-body ratio.
  • Resolution: 1440 x 3200 pixels.
  • Pixel density: 515 ppi.
  • Aspect ratio: 20:9
  • Protection: Gorilla Glass Victus.
  • OS: Android 11, MIUI 12.
  • Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 (5nm).
  • CPU: Octa-core 
  • GPU: Adreno 660.
  • RAM: 8/12 GB.
  • Internal Storage: 128/256 GB
  • SD card: No. 
  • Rear Cameras: Triple 108 MP Primary + 13 MP (ultrawide) + 5 MP (macro).
  • Video: 8k@24/30fps, 4K@30fps/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240/480fps(gyro-EIS).
  • Front Camera: Single 20 MP wide.
  • Video: 1080p@30fps.
  • WLAN: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, Dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot.
  • Bluetooth: 5.2, A2DP, LE, aptx HD, Aptx Adaptive.
  • USB: USB type-C 2.0, USB On-The-Go.
  • Battery: Non removable Li-po 4,600 mAh with fast charge 55 W.
  • NFC. Yes.
  • 3.5mm port: No.
  • Radio: No.
  • Fingerprint Sensor: Under display; Optical
  • Other sensors: Proximity, Accelerometer, Gyro, Compass.
  • Colors: Black, White, Blue, Purple, Khaki.

Also Read:Xiaomi Note 9 Pro Vs Nokia 8.3.


Samsung Galaxy S21 Series.

In January 14th, Samsung announced what was to be their best flagship series Smartphones; the Galaxy S21 series made up of the Galaxy S21, S21 Plus and the S21 Ultra. 

Samsung might not have been the first to announce a Snapdragon 888 phone, but they managed to have their S21 series available Globally before the Xiaomi Mi 11. The only issue with the Galaxy S21 phones is that the US Variants are the only ones with this chipset. The international Variants use the Exynoss 2100 chipset.

Samsung Galaxy S21 Key Specs.

Announced: January 14th 2021.

Network technology: GSM,CDMA, HSPA, EVDO/LTE, 5G.

Sim Type: Single Nano/esim or Dual nano/esim.

Build: Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus), Plastic bwck, aluminium frame.

Display type: Dynamic AMOLED,1B. Colors, HDR10+, 1300 nits,

Screen Size: 6.8 inch, 112.1 cm2, 89.8% Screen-to-body ratio.

Resolution: 1080 x 2400 pixels.

Pixel density: 421 ppi.

Aspect ratio: 20:9

Protection: Gorilla Glass Victus.

OS: Android 11, One UI 3.1

Chipset: Exynos 2100 (5nm)

RAM: 8GB.

Internal Storage: 128/256 GB

SD card: No. 

Rear Cameras: Triple 12MP (wide) + 64MP (telephoto) + 12MP (ultra).

Video: 8k@24fps, 4K@30fps30/60fps, 720@960fps(gyro-EIS).

Front Camera: Single 10 MP wide.

Video: 4K@30fps/60fps,1080p@30fps.

Battery: Non removable Li-po 4,000 mAh with fast charge 25 W.

Fingerprint Sensor: Under display; Ultrasonic.


Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus specs.

Release date: Early 2021.

Network technology: GSM,CDMA, HSPA, EVDO/LTE, 5G.

Sim Type: Dual Standby.

Build: Glass front (Gorilla Glass ), Plastic back, aluminium frame.

Display type: Dynamic AMOLED,1B. Colors, HDR10+, 1600 nits,

Screen Size: 6.7 inch.

Resolution: 1080 x 2400 pixels.

Pixel density: 393 ppi.

Aspect ratio: 20:9

Protection: Gorilla Glass Victus.

OS: Android 11, MIUI 12.

Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 (5nm).

Internal Storage: 128/256 GB

SD card: No. 

Rear Cameras: Triple 108 MP Primary + 13 MP (ultrawide) + 5 MP (macro).

Video: 8k@24/30fps, 4K@30fps/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240/480fps(gyro-EIS).

Front Camera: Single 20 MP wide.

Video: 1080p@30fps.

Battery: Non removable Li-po 4,600 mAh with fast charge 55 W.

Fingerprint Sensor: Under display; Optical


Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra Key Specs/features.

Announced: January 14th 2021.

Released: Expected 

Network technology: GSM,CDMA, HSPA, EVDO/LTE, 5G.

Sim Type: Single Nano/esim or Dual nano/esim.

Build: Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus), Glass back(Gorilla Glass ), aluminium frame.

Display type: Dynamic AMOLED,1B. Colors, HDR10+, 1500 nits,

Screen Size: 6.8 inch, 112.1 cm2, 89.8% Screen-to-body ratio.

Resolution: 1440 x 3200 pixels.

Pixel density: 515 ppi.

Aspect ratio: 20:9

Protection: Gorilla Glass Victus.

OS: Android 11, One UI 3.1

Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 (5nm) or Exynos 2100 (5nm)

RAM: 12/16 GB.

Internal Storage: 128/256/512 GB

SD card: No. 

Rear Cameras: Quad 108 MP Primary + 10 MP (periscope telephoto) + 10MP (telephoto) + 12MP (ultra).

Video: 8k@24fps, 4K@30fps/60/240fps, 720@960fps(gyro-EIS).

Front Camera: Single 20 MP wide.

Video: 4K@30fps/60fps,1080p@30fps.

Battery: Non removable Li-po 5,000 mAh with fast charge 25 W.

Fingerprint Sensor: Under display; Ultrasonic.

Vivo X60 Pro Plus.

In January 21st, Vivo announced their most advanced flagship smartphone till date, the Vivo X60 Pro Plus. 

This is the only Vivo phone to spot the Snapdragon 888 chipset, with the X60 and X60 pro announced March both featuring the Snapdragon 870 5G instead.

Vivo X60 Pro Plus Key Specs/features.

Announced: January 2021.

Released: January 2021 

Network technology: GSM,CDMA, HSPA, LTE, 5G.

Sim Type: Dual nano SIM.

Build: Glass front, eco leather back, aluminum frame.

Display type: Super AMOLED, 120Hz refresh rate, 1300 nits.

Screen Size: 6.56 inch, 89.8% Screen-to-body ratio.

Resolution: 1080 x 2300 pixels.

Pixel density: 398 ppi.

OS: Android 11, Funtouch 11.1

Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 (5nm)

RAM: 8/12 GB.

Internal Storage: 128/256 GB.

Rear Cameras: Quad 50 MP Primary + 8 MP (periscope telephoto) + 32MP (telephoto) + 48MP (Ultrawide).

Video: 8k@30fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps(gyro-EIS).

Front Camera: Single 32 MP wide.

Video: 4K@30fps,1080p@30fps.

Battery: Non removable Li-po 4,200 mAh with fast charge 55 W.

Fingerprint Sensor: Under display; Optical.


OnePlus 9 Series.

OnePlus Phones have been known for their revolutionary flagship specs at an affordable price, and the OnePlus 9 Series continues this tradition.

Announced March 22nd, the OnePlus 9 and OnePlus 9 Pro both feature the Snapdragon 888 chipset.

OnePlus 9 Pro Specifications.

Announced: March 23 2021.

Network technology: GSM, CDMA,HSPA, LTE, 5G.

Build: Glass front, Glass back, metallic frame.

6.7 inch LTPO Fluid 2 AMOLED with 1 Billion Colors.

QHD display with a resolution of 1440 x3216 pixels , 525 ppi pixel Density and 20:9 aspect ratio.

Android 11 Oxygen Os 11 OS.

Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 (5nm) Chipset with Octa-core-core (1 x 2.84 GHz Kryo 680 & 3x2.42 GHz Kryo 680 & 4 x 1.8 GHz Kryo 680) 

8/12GB RAM.

128/GB512 internal Storage without external SD card.

Quad 48MP + 8MP(telephoto) + 50MP(macro) + 2MP (depth sensor).

Video formats 8k@30fps, 4k@30/60/120fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps.

A Single 16MP Selfie Camera with LED flash and can shoot videos of 1080p@30fps.         

Non removable Li-po 4500 mAh battery with 65W fast Charge and 50E wireless charge.


Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra.

The Mi 11 is the latest and most advanced Xiaomi flagship phone with a number of revolutionary specs.

It has a dual display with the primary 6.81 inch AMOLED with 120Hz refresh rate, HDR10+, 1 Billion colors and QHD resolution. At the back is another 1.1 inch AMOLED panel with 126 x 294 pixel resolution. The rear panel allows the user to take selfies using the rear cameras.

Talking of the rear cameras, the Mi 11 Ultra has a triple rear camera with a 50MP Samsung ISOCELL GN2 currently considered one of the most advanced camera sensor with some jaw dropping performance.

Specifications.

Announced: March 29.

Network technology: GSM, CDMA,HSPA, LTE, 5G.

Build: Glass front, ceramic back, metallic frame.

6.82 inch AMOLED with 1 Billion Colors.

QHD display with a resolution of 1440 x3200 pixels , 515 ppi pixel Density and 20:9 aspect ratio.

Android 11 MIUI 12.5 OS.

Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 (5nm) Chipset with Octa-core-core (1 x 2.84 GHz Kryo 680 & 3x2.42 GHz Kryo 680 & 4 x 1.8 GHz Kryo 680) 

Storage:

8/12GB RAM.

256/512 GB internal Storage without external SD card

Cameras: Triple 50MP + 48MP(periscope telephoto) + 48MP(macro).

Video formats 8k@24fps, 4k@30/60/120fps, 1080p@30/60 1080p@30/60fps.

A Single 20MP Selfie Camera with LED flash and can shoot videos of 1080p@30fps.

Battery:           

Non removable Li-po 5000 mAh battery with 67W fast Charge and 67 wireless charge.     

Fingerprint: In-display.


Xiaomi Mi Mix Fold.

The Mi Mix Fold is the first Xiaomi Fold phone, and has a number of firsts including the first Smartphone with Quad speakers and the world's first Smartphone with Liquid Lens Technology. Xiaomi even claims that the 8.01 inch display is the biggest ever in a foldable Smartphone.

Mi mix Fold Key Specs.

Announced: March.

Network technology: GSM, CDMA, LTE, 5G.

Build: Glass front, Ceramic back, Plastic frame.

8.01 OLED internal display with WAHD+ resolution, 60Hz refresh rate, 120 Hz sampling rate with HDR10+ and Dolby Vision.

6.5 inch AMOLED external display with 90Hzz refresh rate, 180Hz sampling rate.  

Android 10 MIUI 12 OS.

Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 (5nm) Chipset.

12 /GB16RAM.

256/512 GB internal Storage.

Triple 108MP main sensor + 8MP(macro/telephoto) + 13MP (Ultrawide) 

Video format 8K@30/60fos, 4k@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps.

A Single 20MP Selfie Camera with LED flash and can shoot videos of 1080p@30/60, 720p@120fps        

Non removable 5000 mAh battery with 67 W fast Charge.

Fingerprint: Side Mounted.


Oppo Find X3 Pro.

Phones with Snapdragon 888

Released May 2020.

Has Dual SIM Support (Both nano & e-sim)

Made of Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), Plastic back and aluminum frame.

6.7 inch LPTO AMOLED Capacitive touchscreen with 1 Billion Colors, 120Hz refresh rate and HDR10+.

QHD resolution of 1440 x 3216 pixels , 525 ppi and 20:9 aspect ratio.

Android 11; Color OS 11.2 

Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 (5nm) Chipset with Octa-core-core (1 x 2.84 GHz Kryo 680 & 3x2.42 GHz Kryo 680 & 4 x 1.8 GHz Kryo 680) 

8/12GB RAM.

256 GB internal Storage.

No SD card support.

Quad 50MP + 13MP(telephoto) + 12MP (wide) + 50MP Ultrawide lens and a 3MP macro lens.  

Video recording of upto 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps      

Single 32MP(wide) Selfie Camera with HDR support and Video resolution of 1080p@30fps.        

Non removable Li-po 4,500 mAh battery with 65W fast charge support, can charge 40% in 10 minutes. Wireless fast charge 30W, Reverse Wireless charge 10W.

Fingerprint: In-display


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