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Qualcomm to Raise Snapdragon Chip Prices by Double Digits

By Meridian48 News Desk · Summarised from 9to5Google ·

Qualcomm plans to increase Snapdragon chip prices by double-digit percentages starting September 2026. The hike will affect flagship and mid-range processors used in Android devices. This move is expected to drive up smartphone prices across the industry.

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The price hike underscores Qualcomm's market dominance but risks pushing OEMs toward alternative chipmakers like MediaTek or Samsung.
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