# Fast Multitasking Processors The Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 and 617 Will Add Power and Precision By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2015-09-17 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/qualcomm-snapdragon-430-and-617 References: [fudzilla](http://fudzilla.com/news/processors/38763-qualcomm-adds-new-mid-range-processors) & [qualcomm](http://qualcomm.com) Consumers are always wowed by the features of the [latest smartphone](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nothing-cmf-phone-2-pro), but what about the internal components that keep them running?: enter the [Qualcomm](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/qualcomm-snapdragon-7s-gen-2) Snapdragon 430 and 617, which are set to be entering devices starting around Christmas of this year. The Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 will feature a modem that allows for X6 LTE, while the Qualcomm Snapdragon 617 will boast X8 LTE; both impressive abilities for [mid-range processors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oneplus-nord-5). Explaining this latest release, Qualcomm Senior Vice President, Product Management Alex Katouzian describes the reasoning behind this great release: "The introduction of these new processors is a clear indication that we are listening to the needs of our customers who want ever improving cameras, faster connectivity, and better battery life across all available price points." ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.8/10 - Popularity: 14% | Activity: 3% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **LTE Modems in Mid-range Smartphones:** The incorporation of X6 and X8 LTE modems in the Snapdragon 430 and 617 processors opens up opportunities for mid-range smartphone makers to offer faster connectivity. - **Improved Cameras in Mid-range Smartphones:** The Snapdragon 430 and 617 processors' focus on better image quality through improved camera image signal processing could lead to innovative new camera features in mid-range smartphones. - **Better Battery Life in Mid-range Smartphones:** The Snapdragon 430 and 617 processors' improved power efficiency can enable mid-range smartphone makers to offer longer battery life in their devices, making them more competitive. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Smartphone Manufacturing:** Smartphone manufacturers can take advantage of the Snapdragon 430 and 617 processors' capabilities to offer better mid-range devices to the market. - **Telecommunications:** Telecommunications companies could use the Snapdragon processors with LTE modems to offer faster and more reliable connectivity to their customers. - **Mobile Photography:** Mobile photography companies could leverage the Snapdragon processors' improved camera image signal processing to create more innovative products and services. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [AI-Powered Mobile Device Processors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/qualcomm-snapdragon-7s-gen-2.md) - [Next-Gen Budget Mobile Processors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snapdragon-6-gen-1.md) - [Affordable Smartphone Chipsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snapdragon-4-gen-2.md) - [Laptop Efficiency-Accelerating Chips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/qualcomm-snapdragon-x2-plus.md) - [Efficient Laptop Processor Lineups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snapdragon-x.md) - [Always-On Camera Mobile Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/qualcomm-snapdragon-8-gen-1.md) - [Power-Efficient Mobile Processors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snapdragon-4s-gen-2.md) - [HD Gaming Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snapdragon-8-gen-1.md) - [ARM-Based Gaming Processors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snapdragon-g-series.md)