Qualcomm v ARM trial reveals ARM's per-chip demand of up to $64.86
Closing arguments in Qualcomm's lawsuit against ARM revealed ARM wants to raise per-chip royalties for ARMv10 from the current $1.88 to $28.20 per chip for 2027–2033 and up to $64.86 for 2034–2040. Qualcomm offered a $250 million upfront payment to lock in the rate, which ARM refused.
- Qualcomm currently pays ARM a maximum of $1.88 per chip
- ARM demands $28.20 per chip for 2027–2033, a 15x increase
- For 2034–2040 ARM wants $64.86 per chip, a 34.5x increase
- Qualcomm's $250 million upfront offer was rejected by ARM
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