Apple, Qualcomm and X85

Qualcomm introduces X85 chip, says it leaves Apple's new C1 modem far behind
Qualcomm CEO Cristiano Amon, speaking to CNBC in an interview, claimed that the X85 modem would create a 'huge delta' between its performance and Apple's C1 chip.
Qualcomm Claims New X85 Modem Creates 'Huge Delta' in Performance Versus Apple
Qualcomm believes its latest X85 5G modem will set a "huge delta" between the performance of high-end Android devices and Apple
Qualcomm says Apple C1 isn’t even in the same league as its new X85 modem
During the Mobile World Congress 2025, Qualcomm unveiled its new X85 5G modem with an integrated 5G AI processor and called out Apple's C1.
Why Qualcomm CEO isn't worried about Apple making its own modems
At Mobile World Congress 2025, Qualcomm introduced its latest X85 5G modem. It’s fast, with peak speeds of 12.5 Gbps up and 3.7 Gbps down, and includes AI features to improve performance in areas with weak signals.
Qualcomm swears it’s not worried about Apple making its own iPhone modems
Even though the two companies have a testy relationship, Apple has historically relied on Qualcomm for modems. The C1 chip in the iPhone 16e is Apple’s first step toward breaking up with Qualcomm. Qualcomm, however, says it’s not worried about the competition posed by Apple’s foray into modems…
Qualcomm Sets The Bar For Apple, CEO Says X85 Modem Will Greatly Outperform Apple’s New In-House...
Qualcomm CEO Cristiano Amon told CNBC that the latest modem will significantly outperform Apple's newly launched modem. Amon highlighted that Qualcomm's X85 integrates AI to enhance signal performance,
Qualcomm's new X85 modem blends AI and 5G for smarter, faster connections
At the core of the X85 is the Qualcomm 5G AI Processor, a built-in AI accelerator that’s part of the modem. It’s 30% faster ...
From S26 to OnePlus 14, Qualcomm's new X85 modem will power next-gen flagships
Qualcomm has announced the X85 modem, and this part is expected to power a new wave of flagship Android phones at the end of ...
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Qualcomm announces new X85 modem for Android phones: up to 12.5Gbps download speeds over 5G
Qualcomm announces its new X85 5G modem for Android smartphones: peak download speeds of up to 12.5Gbps, peak upload speeds ...
Your next phone will probably use Qualcomm’s new X85 modem
Qualcomm has announced the X85 modem, which is likely to power the 5G connection in the next wave of big phone releases.The ...
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Qualcomm Tips New X85 5G Modem, and of Course There's AI on It
Its new X85 5G Modem-RF is not the first Qualcomm "modem-to-antenna solution" to include AI; it’s the fourth overall, ...
Qualcomm X85 5G Modem And Dragonwing FWA Unleash AI-Fueled 5G Advanced Wireless
Qualcomm's latest hardware boasts numerous industry firsts, and promises to bring advanced broadband service where it ...
Impressive Android upgrade could soon fix the biggest problem with your broadband
Your Android phone will be faster than your broadband later this year following a huge upgrade announcement from Qualcomm.
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Galaxy S26 Ultra could get this beastly new 5G modem - Apple, you paying attention?
Faster 5G but with better battery life - what more could we want? Qualcomm's new 5G modem promises just that, and more.