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Samsung Galaxy Watch 9 to use Snapdragon Wear Elite chipset, leaked images reveal
Key points
- Galaxy Watch 9 to use Qualcomm Snapdragon Wear Elite chipset.
- This marks a departure from Samsung's Exynos chipsets.
- Images confirming this were shared by leaker Evan Blass.
- Launch expected alongside new Samsung foldables next week.
Samsung Adopts Qualcomm Chip
Samsung's decision to switch the Galaxy Watch 9 to the Snapdragon Wear Elite chipset marks a significant shift in its hardware strategy. Previously, Galaxy Watch models have utilized Exynos chipsets exclusively, a choice that was beneficial when Qualcomm's offerings were underperforming.
Qualcomm's Snapdragon Wear Elite
The Snapdragon Wear Elite is a 3nm smartwatch chipset, promising faster performance and enhanced capabilities for AI-driven tasks. Announced earlier this year, it aligns well with Samsung's objectives of improving smartwatch functionality.
Leaked Confirmation
Leaker Evan Blass shared images confirming that the Galaxy Watch 9 will be 'Powered by Snapdragon Wear Elite.' This leak indicates that Samsung will discontinue its use of Exynos chipsets in favor of Qualcomm's latest technology.
Anticipated Launch
The Galaxy Watch 9 is set to be unveiled next week during the launch of Samsung's new foldable devices. This event will provide more context on how the Snapdragon Wear Elite enhances the smartwatch experience.
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Samsung's Galaxy Watch 9 will now feature the Qualcomm Snapdragon Wear Elite chipset, marking a shift from Exynos. This change indicates improved performance and AI capabilities for the smartwatch.