Security News > 2020 > September > Qualcomm unveils new Snapdragon processor to power 5G computers
The Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2 5G chip is designed to bring 5G to commercial and consumer Always On, Always Connected PCs. The processor supports Wi-Fi 6 and offers productivity and security benefits.
As the race to roll out 5G networks and devices continues, Qualcomm is introducing a new processor that will offer the latest cellular standard to computers.
The new Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2 5G chip follows the introduction of the Snapdragon 865 Plus for smartphone upgrades and the Snapdragon 690 for mid-range 5G mobile devices.
In terms of 5G, the 8cx Gen 2 5G is the second processor from Qualcomm to offer 5G connectivity through both Sub-6 GHz and 5G mmWave, allowing for faster multi-gigabit speed.
The Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2 5G processor is expected to make its way to commercial devices in late 2020, according to Qualcomm.