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# Increased Capacity Phone Chips
The Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 Plus Will Provide More Power to Phones

By Daniel Johnson | Published 2019-07-22 | Tech
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/qualcomm-snapdragon-855-plus
References: [9to5google](https://9to5google.com/2019/07/15/qualcomm-snapdragon-855-plus-has-more-power-and-a-faster-gpu-for-late-2019-phones/) & [qualcomm](https://www.qualcomm.com/)

The new [Qualcomm](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/qualcomm-snapdragon-x2-plus) snapdragon 855 Plus was designed to provide more power and a few minor changes than the previous version. The first notable change is the faster clock speed. The plus model can run at 2.96 GHz, which is a slight increase in performance. Other updates also include the Adreno 650 GPU, which the company indicates will result in a 15% performance bump in the chip. The performance increases will be seen the most with devices that require it, like users who engage in a lot of [mobile gaming](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/redmagic-11-pro).

The company has stated that the first devices that will have the new Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 plus will be released in the second half of 2019. One of the models included will be the [ASUSU ROG Phone II](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/asus-rog-phone-9).

Image Credit: Qualcomm

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 0.6/10
- Popularity: 7% | Activity: 2% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### Why This Trend Is Growing

- **Increased Smartphone Performance:** The Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 Plus offers faster clock speed and improved GPU performance, enhancing overall smartphone performance.
- **Enhanced Mobile Gaming Experience:** The increased power of the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 Plus caters to users who engage in mobile gaming, providing a more immersive and high-performance gaming experience.
- **Evolution of Phone Chip Technology:** The introduction of the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 Plus represents the ongoing advancement and evolution of phone chip technology, paving the way for future innovations.

### Industries Being Reshaped

- **Mobile Technology:** The Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 Plus impacts the mobile technology industry by pushing the boundaries of smartphone performance and gaming capabilities.
- **Gaming:** The increased power and performance of the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 Plus create new opportunities for the gaming industry, leading to more immersive and realistic mobile gaming experiences.
- **Semiconductors:** The advancements made in the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 Plus highlight the continuous evolution and innovation within the semiconductor industry, driving the development of more powerful and efficient chips.

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