Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 will soon be available in new version, featuring quad-core CPU and integrated multimode 3G/4G LTE. In comparison, the existing SoC model we’ve seen in the HTC First comes with a dual-core CPU.
Aside from LTE, the processor integrates key modem features that are important to China and other emerging regions, including TD-SCDMA, 42Mbps HSPA+, and multi-SIM capabilities. Additionally, the platform also supports a rich set of wireless connectivity functionality such as integrated Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, FM and NFC; as well as the QuickCharge 1.0 feature that charges devices up to 40% faster than conventional charging methods.
The new Snapdragon 400 processor (model number 8926) along with its Qualcomm Reference Design (QRD) counterpart will be available in late 2013, delivering “optimal balance of multimedia features, modem technologies and performance to high-volume smartphones.”
We’ll let you know when we hear about the first smartphone/tablet with quad-core Snapdragon 400 SoC… Stay tuned in the meantime…