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Qualcomm calls Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 overheating rumors inaccurate

Qualcomm denied overheating rumors about its Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 after a Korean outlet linked the issue to the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra.

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Qualcomm has responded to recent speculation that its Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 chip could overheat, labeling the claims as inaccurate. The company’s comment follows reports suggesting Samsung may bypass the new flagship processor for its next device. (9to5Google)

A Korean news outlet, cited by GSMArena, had earlier raised concerns about the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra, fueling the overheating narrative. (GSMArena)

Why it matters: Potential Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra buyers and users of devices with the Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 gain clarity on performance expectations.

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