Qualcomm
has announced the
Snapdragon
XR2+ Gen 2 Platform, a single-chip architecture that powers 4.3K spatial computing at 90 frames per second. Building upon the capabilities of the Snapdragon XR2 Gen2, the new '+' version helps in realistic, detailed experiences in MR and VR with higher GPU frequency by 15% and CPU frequency by 20%. Supporting 12 or more concurrent cameras with powerful on-device AI, Snapdragon XR2+ Gen 2-powered devices can track the user, their movements, and the world around them for navigation and experiences that merge physical and digital spaces.
Qualcomm also revealed that it has partnered with
Samsung
and
for the chipset.
However, there’s no word on the availability of the devices powered by the Snapdragon XR2+ Gen 2 Platform. “Snapdragon XR2+ Gen 2 unlocks 4.3K resolution which will take XR productivity and entertainment to the next level by bringing spectacularly clear visuals to use cases such as room-scale screens, life-size overlays and virtual desktops,” said Hugo Swart, vice president and general manager of XR, Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. “We are advancing our commitment to power the best XR devices and experiences that will supercharge our immersive future.”
“Samsung is thrilled to collaborate with Qualcomm Technologies and Google in revolutionising the mobile industry once more." Inkang Song, vice president and head of technology strategy team at
Samsung Electronics
, expressed his excitement, "With Samsung's mobile expertise and our joint commitment, we aim to create the best-in-class XR experience for Galaxy users.”
“We look forward to continuing our collaboration with Qualcomm Technologies and Samsung on the future of immersive and spatial XR,” said Shahram Izadi, vice president of AR at Google. “We’re excited for the Android ecosystem to take advantage of Snapdragon XR2+ Gen 2’s capabilities and enable new experiences.”