Xiaomi Signs 'multi-Year' Deal To Keep Using Snapdragon As Its Own Chip Looms

Qualcomm and Xiaomi have announced a new deal that will see Snapdragon chips continue to be used in Xiaomi smartphones, all while a new option is on the horizon.

Xiaomi recently announced that it will be releasing its own smartphone chipset, the “XRING 01,” which is rumored to be used in a new flagship-tier device in the not-too-distant future. But, apparently, that’s not going to stop Xiaomi from using Qualcomm chips going forward.

A new deal between Qualcomm and Xiaomi will see “Xiaomi’s premium smartphones… continue to be powered by the industry-leading Snapdragon 8-series” for multiple years. This includes Xiaomi using the “next-generation premium Snapdragon 8-series” chip later on this year – Qualcomm recently confirmed an event for that new chip will take place in September.

The deal doesn’t seem to rule out Xiaomi smartphones using the company’s own chipset, but it’s clear that the two brands won’t be separated for good.

Qualcomm goes on to say that it will work with Xiaomi on other devices “including smartphones, automotive, AR/VR glasses, wearables, tablets, and more.”

The full announcement follows below:

San Diego, CA – May 20, 2025 – Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. and Xiaomi Corporation are celebrating 15 years of collaboration and have executed a multi-year agreement. The relationship between Qualcomm Technologies and Xiaomi has been pivotal in driving innovation across the technology industry and the companies are committed to delivering cutting-edge products and solutions across various device categories globally.
“Qualcomm Technologies has always been one of Xiaomi’s most trusted and vital partners, supporting our journey from a startup to a global technology leader. We look forward to continuing the next 15 years of our collaboration and leveraging Qualcomm Technologies’ cutting-edge Snapdragon® platforms and technologies to deliver even more innovative and high-quality products to our customers worldwide,” said Lei Jun, CEO of
Xiaomi.
Commitment to Continued Collaboration
Qualcomm Technologies and Xiaomi’s multi-year agreement centers around leading innovation with premium smartphones globally. Xiaomi’s premium smartphones will continue to be powered by the industry-leading Snapdragon 8-series for multiple generations of products, sold in China and global markets, with volume increasing each year of the agreement. Later this year, Xiaomi will be one of the first to adopt the next-
generation premium Snapdragon 8-series.
Looking ahead, the companies intend to work together to drive advancements across all edge devices, including smartphones, automotive, AR/VR glasses, wearables, tablets, and more.
15 Years of Collaboration Between Qualcomm Technologies and Xiaomi
Over the past 15 years, Snapdragon platforms have powered millions of Xiaomi products, underscoring the success of the collaboration for both companies:
Smartphones: Qualcomm Technologies has been a crucial partner for Xiaomi since the launch of the Xiaomi Mi 1 smartphone in 2011, helping Xiaomi become the third largest smartphone brand globally. For the past decade, Snapdragon platforms have powered Xiaomi’s premium smartphones, delivering top-tier performance and user experiences. Most recently, Xiaomi launched the Mi 15 series achieving remarkable commercial success, equipped with the Snapdragon 8 Elite, the world’s fastest mobile system-on-a-chip. Xiaomi will be one of the first to adopt the next generation of the Snapdragon 8-series premium mobile platform, to be announced later this year.
Automotive: When Xiaomi launched its first vehicle in 2023, it chose Qualcomm Technologies’ next-generation Snapdragon Cockpit Platform to power the SU7’s smart cabin, offering sophisticated and intuitive in-vehicle experiences with advanced graphics, multimedia, and AI. The SU7 also uses the Snapdragon Auto 5G Modem-RF solution for high-performance processing, precise positioning, and low-latency connectivity, offering safety-rich and immersive connected experiences.
Smart home products: Qualcomm Technologies’ industry-leading Wi-Fi solutions, including the latest Wi-Fi 7 technology, enable Xiaomi to consistently deliver faster, more reliable connected experiences, leading the industry with each new generation of product launched.
Wearables: The companies’ collaboration has also extended into wearables, with multiple commercially available earbuds and smart watches powered by Snapdragon platforms, including the Xiaomi Buds 5 Pro series powered by Snapdragon S7 and S7+ Gen 1 Sound Platform, and the Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro powered by Snapdragon W5+ Gen 1 Wearable Platform.