Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. has announced its 2025 lineup of Snapdragon G Series Gaming Platforms, designed to power handheld gaming devices with enhanced performance and immersive experiences. The new portfolio includes Snapdragon G3 Gen 3, Snapdragon G2 Gen 2, and Snapdragon G1 Gen 2, each tailored for different gaming needs.

Snapdragon G3 Gen 3 is the first in the series to support Unreal Engine 5's Lumen for Android handheld gaming devices. It features a 30% faster CPU and 28% improved graphics performance compared to the previous generation, with enhanced power efficiency and support for Wi-Fi 7 to reduce latency.

Snapdragon G2 Gen 2 is designed for gaming and cloud gaming at 144FPS, offering a 2.3x increase in CPU performance and 3.8x faster GPU capabilities over its predecessor. It also includes Wi-Fi 7 for improved connectivity.

Snapdragon G1 Gen 2 is aimed at a broader gaming audience, supporting up to 1080p at 120 FPS over Wi-Fi. It delivers 80% faster CPU and 25% faster GPU performance, making cloud gaming on Android handheld devices more seamless.

According to Micah Knapp, Senior Director of Product Management at Qualcomm Technologies, these next-generation processors will define the future of handheld gaming by supporting a variety of play styles and form factors.

Starting this quarter, OEMs such as AYANEO, ONEXSUGAR, and Retroid Pocket will begin releasing devices powered by the latest Snapdragon G Series platforms.