The Snapdragon 8 Elite processor is expected to power a host of top Android phones in 2025, and it delivers a big performance upgrade. Our testing also reveals that the new chip brings a significant efficiency boost.
Qualcomm isn’t the only chipmaker bringing notable gains, as the MediaTek Dimensity 9400 offers a big graphical boost and major battery life improvements. But what’s more important to our readers? We asked users on our website, Twitter account, and YouTube page whether they prioritized performance or battery life, and here’s what they told us.