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Qualcomm launches new gaming console processor, pursuing supplier diversity

02 Jan 2026, 14:58 IST02 Jan 2026, 14:58 ISTRelevance: 85%
Qualcomm launches new gaming console processor, pursuing supplier diversity

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Qualcomm has launched the Snapdragon G3x Gen 1, a new chipset for portable gaming devices, in partnership with Razer. This product aims to tap into the growing mobile gaming market, which is valued at $91 billion. However, Qualcomm faces challenges in meeting demand due to a global chip shortage and production issues with its manufacturing partner, which has resulted in low yield rates for its Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 CPUs. The company plans to increase its wafer requests with TSMC to secure production space for its processors. This situation highlights the ongoing supply chain constraints in the semiconductor industry, particularly for cutting-edge technologies....

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