It must be common knowledge by now among tech enthusiasts that Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 810 processor happens to come across as an octa-core, 64-bit processor that is based on ARMv8 architecture. Qualcomm claims that this particular processor happens to be able to perform up to 30% faster compared to a regular Snapdragon 805 chip, where it will feature support for LPDDR4 memory alongside a bunch of other improvements.
However, this new processor will most probably shy away from consumer devices until next year, although developers who would like to get started early by working with Snapdragon 810-powered hardware will be able to place an order for Intrinsyc’s new MDP (Mobile Development Platform) smartphone or MDP tablet.
Both models are tipped to ship some time in the middle of next month, and do take into consideration that these will target developers and not the general public, which means that they are not going to come cheap, and the “smartphone” would be unable to support mobile networks. Hardware specifications on both devices include Snapdragon 810 processors with Adreno 430 graphics, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.1, GPS, and NFC, 4GB RAM, a 13MP shooter at the back and a front-facing 4MP camera.
The new MDP tablet will cost developers $999 a pop, while the new MDP smartphone is selling for $799. [Press Release]
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