Qualcomm CEO proposes dual-sourcing Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chips from Samsung Foundry and TSMC.

Qualcomm CEO Cristiano Amon is considering a dual-sourcing strategy for the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, with Samsung Foundry and TSMC producing the chips. This shift comes as Qualcomm aims to reduce costs and diversify suppliers beyond TSMC. The Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 is expected to launch in 2025, and the dual-sourcing approach will see both Samsung and TSMC fabricating the semiconductor chips.