Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. and Xiaomi Corporation are celebrating 15 years of collaboration with the announcement of a new multi-year agreement that reaffirms their joint commitment to pushing the boundaries of innovation across global markets. The expanded partnership will focus on delivering cutting-edge technology across smartphones and a wide spectrum of connected devices, continuing a relationship that has shaped the evolution of mobile and smart tech since 2010.
A New Chapter in Premium Smartphone Innovation
Under the new agreement, Xiaomi will continue to use Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8-series platforms to power its premium smartphones across multiple product generations. These devices will be sold both in China and global markets, with volumes expected to rise year-on-year. Later in 2025, Xiaomi is also set to become one of the first brands to launch smartphones powered by the next-generation Snapdragon 8-series chipset, further strengthening its position in the high-end mobile segment.
Expanding Beyond Smartphones
This renewed collaboration goes beyond smartphones, setting the stage for innovation in AI-powered edge devices. Qualcomm and Xiaomi aim to jointly drive advancements in on-device artificial intelligence, with plans to extend their efforts across categories such as automotive, AR/VR glasses, wearables, tablets, and other smart home devices. The long-term vision is to enable smarter, more connected experiences across every aspect of users’ digital lives.
Highlights from 15 Years of Industry-Leading Partnership
Over the past decade and a half, Qualcomm’s Snapdragon platforms have powered millions of Xiaomi devices, playing a central role in the brand’s ascent as a global tech leader:
Smartphones: Starting with the Xiaomi Mi 1 in 2011, Snapdragon has remained the engine behind Xiaomi’s flagship smartphones, culminating in the recent Xiaomi 15 series, which features the Snapdragon 8 Elite,touted as the world’s fastest mobile SoC.
Automotive: In 2023, Xiaomi’s debut electric vehicle, the SU7, launched with the Snapdragon Cockpit Platform and Snapdragon Auto 5G Modem-RF, delivering AI-powered infotainment, ultra-fast connectivity, and enhanced driving safety.
Smart Home: Xiaomi leverages Qualcomm’s Wi-Fi 7 and connectivity innovations to offer superior performance in smart routers and home devices, enabling faster, more stable home networks.
Wearables: From Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro to the Buds 5 Pro, Qualcomm’s Snapdragon W5+ and S7 Sound Platforms have brought advanced performance, power efficiency, and AI features to Xiaomi’s wearable portfolio.
Looking Ahead
As Qualcomm and Xiaomi embark on the next phase of their strategic alliance, the focus remains on enabling intelligent, seamless experiences powered by cutting-edge connectivity, AI, and hardware-software integration. Their shared legacy now sets the foundation for a future defined by even greater innovation in edge computing, smart mobility, and connected ecosystems.
“Qualcomm Technologies has always been one of Xiaomi’s most trusted and vital partners, supporting our journey from a startup to a global technology leader. We look forward to continuing the next 15 years of our collaboration and leveraging Qualcomm’s cutting-edge Snapdragon® platforms and technologies to deliver even more innovative and high-quality products to our customers worldwide,” said Lei Jun, CEO of Xiaomi.
“Together, we have consistently delivered exceptional products that have set the pace of innovation in smartphones globally,” said Cristiano Amon, president and CEO of Qualcomm Incorporated. “We value the relationship we have built resulting from 15 years of close collaboration and are excited to continue this journey for many years to come, with Snapdragon platforms powering Xiaomi’s premium smartphones. We look forward to expanding our work together in automotive, smart home products, wearables, AR/VR glasses, tablets, and more.”
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