Qualcomm’s new Snapdragon 480 processor will power budget 5G phones

Qualcomm has announced that the company’s first Snapdragon 400 series processors, which will support 5G connectivity. The Snapdragon 480 processor will open doors for affordable 5G-enabled phones this year, the company said in a statement. This processor may help companies build 5G-ready phones that are more affordable. The 400-series is typically seen on budget smartphones from brands, which are priced in the under $150 (Rs 10,000 approx) bracket.

“Qualcomm Technologies continues to accelerate 5G commercialisation globally to make 5G smartphones more accessible, especially as people worldwide continue to connect remotely,” Kedar Kondap, vice president, product management, Qualcomm Technologies, Inc via a press release said. “The Snapdragon 480 5G Mobile Platform will exceed OEM’s and consumer’s expectations in delivering high- and mid-tier features at an affordable price.”