Qualcomm commits to 8 years of kernel updates for Snapdragon 8 Elite

Qualcomm will provide eight years of kernel updates for its premium Snapdragon 8 Elite processors, letting OEMs offer seven or even eight years of software support on flagships. Only Google and Samsung currently promise seven years.

• Qualcomm supports 8 years of kernel updates for Snapdragon 8 Elite chips
• Google and Samsung offer 7 years; HONOR and Motorola on select models
• Average US phone upgrade cycle is approaching four years
• MediaTek and Tensor offer no comparable long-term support