Qualcomm Announces Snapdragon Reality Elite as Its Next-Gen XR Platform

Qualcomm Announces Snapdragon Reality Elite as Its Next-Gen XR Platform

Qualcomm has announced Snapdragon Reality Elite as its next-gen XR platform to redefine what's possible in spatial computing, as it's designed to power immersive spatial computing experiences and deliver advanced on-device AI performance.

Which Devices Does Snapdragon Reality Elite Support?

The Snapdragon Reality Elite will power high-performance all-in-one video-see-through (VST) headsets and lightweight tethered optical-see-through (OST) devices. It also brings powerful generative AI capabilities to devices.

What Are the AI Capabilities of Snapdragon Reality Elite?

The platform features up to 48 TOPS of AI processing to support advanced AI models, including large language models (LLMs) and large vision models (LVMs), which deliver more personalized, natural, and responsive spatial computing. It also supports simultaneous display, input, and charging across connected devices, and is optimized for lower power consumption.

How Powerful Is Snapdragon Reality Elite?

Qualcomm says the Snapdragon Reality Elite delivers significantly higher performance compared to the Snapdragon XR2+ Gen 2, as follows:

• CPU performance: Up to 30% higher.
• GPU performance: Up to 60% higher.
• NPU performance: Up to 160% higher.

It also supports 4.4K per eye at 90 FPS for sharper details, improved color fidelity, and smoother motion.

What Are the First Devices to Use Snapdragon Reality Elite?

The Snapdragon Reality Elite will power the XREAL Project Aura first, which is launching later this year. You will also find it inside Play for Dream's next-gen immersive devices.