# Qualcomm Snapdragon G series chipsets for handheld gaming devices launched at GDC 2025 | Gaming News (HT Tech) > Qualcomm has revealed its Snapdragon G Series Gaming Platforms at GDC 2025, promising enhanced performance, graphics, and connectivity for upcoming handheld gaming devices in 2025. # Qualcomm Snapdragon G series chipsets for handheld gaming devices launched at GDC 2025 ## Qualcomm has revealed its Snapdragon G Series Gaming Platforms at GDC 2025, promising enhanced performance, graphics, and connectivity for upcoming handheld gaming devices in 2025. Mar 20 2025, 07:07 IST ![Follow on Facebook](https://images.hindustantimes.com/tech/static/revamp/images/png/follow-us-facebook.png) ![Follow on Facebook](https://images.hindustantimes.com/tech/static/revamp/images/png/follow-us-facebook-hover.png) ![Share](https://images.hindustantimes.com/tech/static/revamp/images/png/Share.png) ![Share](https://images.hindustantimes.com/tech/static/revamp/images/png/Shareclicked.png) ![Share on WhatsApp](https://images.hindustantimes.com/tech/static/revamp/images/png/whatsapp.png) ![Share on WhatsApp](https://images.hindustantimes.com/tech/static/revamp/images/png/whatsapp-hover.png) ![Share on Twitter](https://images.hindustantimes.com/tech/static/revamp/images/png/twitter.png) ![Share on Twitter](https://images.hindustantimes.com/tech/static/revamp/images/png/twitter-hover.png) ![Share on Facebook](https://images.hindustantimes.com/tech/static/revamp/images/png/facebook.png) ![Share on Facebook](https://images.hindustantimes.com/tech/static/revamp/images/png/facebook-hover.png) ![Bookmark](https://images.hindustantimes.com/tech/static/revamp/images/png/Bookmark.png) ![Bookmarked](https://images.hindustantimes.com/tech/static/revamp/images/png/Bookmarked.png) ![Qualcomm Snapdragon G series chipset](https://images.hindustantimes.com/tech/img/2025/03/19/1600x900/Qualcomm_Snapdragon_G_series_chipset_1742371614827_1742371615128.jpg) ![icon](https://images.hindustantimes.com/tech/static/revamp/images/png/imageviewall.png) Qualcomm has introduced its Snapdragon G Series chipsets for enhanced performance in handheld gaming devices at GDC 2025. (Qualcomm) ![Author Photo](https://images.hindustantimes.com/tech/static/revamp/images/png/HTTech-new-circle-logo.png) ### By HT TECH Qualcomm has unveiled its 2025 Snapdragon G Series Gaming Platforms at the Game Developers Conference (GDC) this week. The new chipset lineup, which includes the Snapdragon G3 Gen 3, Snapdragon G2 Gen 2, and Snapdragon G1 Gen 2, will power a range of Android-based handheld gaming devices. Qualcomm aims to enhance performance, graphics, and connectivity in response to the growing competition in the portable gaming market. ## Snapdragon G3 Gen 3: Flagship Performance The Snapdragon G3 Gen 3 is the flagship model, offering substantial upgrades over its predecessor. Despite not featuring Qualcomm's latest Oryon CPU or the Adreno 830 GPU found in high-end smartphone processors, it delivers a 30% improvement in CPU performance and a 28% boost in graphics. This chipset supports the Lumen lighting and reflections system in Unreal Engine 5, marking it as the first in the G Series to do so. It also supports QHD+ resolution at 144Hz and includes Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.3 via the Qualcomm FastConnect 7800 system for enhanced connectivity. Also read: One UI 7 will start to roll out from April 7, but not all AI features will come to older generation Samsung phones Also read click here. ## Snapdragon G2 Gen 2: Cloud Gaming Focus The Snapdragon G2 Gen 2 focuses on both gaming and cloud gaming. Replacing the G2 Gen 1, it boasts significant performance improvements, offering up to 2.3 times better CPU performance and 3.8 times faster GPU speeds with the Adreno A22 GPU. Additionally, it supports QHD+ at 144Hz, making it suitable for smooth and responsive gameplay. Wi-Fi 7 further reduces latency for cloud gaming. Also read: Death Stranding 2 Collector’s Edition pre-orders live: Secure early access and exclusive in-game bonuses ## Snapdragon G1 Gen 2: Entry-Level Power The entry-level Snapdragon G1 Gen 2 is designed for cloud gaming on budget-friendly handheld devices. It brings a notable performance boost, with Qualcomm claiming an 80% increase in CPU power and a 25% improvement in GPU performance. The G1 Gen 2 also supports FHD+ resolution at 120Hz, a significant upgrade from its predecessor. While all three platforms offer strong performance, only the G3 Gen 3 and G2 Gen 2 support Qualcomm's Snapdragon Game Super Resolution and Adreno Frame Motion Engine 2.0 technologies, which enhance visual fidelity and frame rates. Qualcomm has confirmed that upcoming handheld devices, including Ayaneo's Pocket S2, Gaming Pad, and OneXPlayer's OneXSugar, will feature these new chips. Also read: Xbox controller to get new ways to type, navigate and more on Windows 11 PC in upcoming feature update The Snapdragon G2 Gen 2 will debut in Retroid's next-generation handheld, likely the Retroid Pocket 6, while the Snapdragon G1 Gen 2 will power the Retroid Pocket Classic, a Game Boy-style device with a 3.92-inch AMOLED display. Several manufacturers, including Ayaneo, OneXPlayer, and Retroid Pocket, are expected to release devices featuring the Snapdragon G Series chips starting in the first quarter of 2025. Catch all the Latest Tech News, Mobile News, Laptop News, Gaming news, Wearables News , How To News, also keep up with us on Whatsapp channel,Twitter, Facebook, Google News, and Instagram. 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