Qualcomm’s New Modem Outperforms Apple, CEO Calls It a ‘Game-Changer’

Qualcomm has made a huge leap in mobile connectivity, with its CEO boasting that the Qualcomm new modem is a game-changer. Qualcomm CEO, Cristiano Amon told CNBC that their latest modem will outshine Apple in performance, which has made its first foray into technology.

The company claims that this revolutionary modem provides better performance than Apple’s modem. Qualcomm is one of the world’s biggest modem suppliers and Apple’s go to supplier. But in 2019, Apple acquired Intel to make its own modem for smartphones.

Modem for AI

The latest 5G modem for AI developed by Qualcomm integrates advanced machine learning capabilities, optimizes network performance and provides ultra-fast speed. Unlike the modem of the previous generation, this new technology increases signal reception, reduces delay, and improves power efficiency-key factors in modern smartphone connectivity.

This week, Qualcomm launched the X85, its latest premium modem. In an interview with CNBC on Tuesday, Amon emphasized its improved performance, saying it would create a huge gap between Qualcomm and Apple’s technology. In January 2025, Samsung unveiled new smartphones with the new Qualcomm chips and Google Intelligence to get ahead of the competitors.

At the center of the innovation is Qualcomm Snapdragon 8, its premium mobile platform paired with Qualcomm’s new modem for unparalleled speed and efficiency. The pairing of Snapdragon 8 and the new modem guarantees smartphones can take full advantage of 5G capabilities, which makes them smarter, faster, and more reliable.

Amon said. “It’s the first modem that has so much AI, it actually increases the range of performance of the modem so the modem can deal with weaker signals. What that will do will set a huge delta between the performance of premium Android devices, and iOS devices, when you compare what Qualcomm can do versus what Apple is doing”.

Qualcomm’s Leadership

As one of the biggest modem suppliers in the world, Qualcomm is a leader in wireless technology. Its newest modem not only surpasses Apple’s but also breaks new records in the sector. With global smartphone makers relying on Qualcomm’s modems, its influence on next-gen mobile connectivity is undeniable.

The Qualcomm new modem is a groundbreaking advancement in 5G and AI-driven network performance, which further cements the company’s leadership position in the market. With the newest 5G modem for AI, Qualcomm is setting the stage for mobile technology, beating other companies such as Apple.

Amon said, “In the age of AI, modems are going to be more important than they have ever been. And I think that’s going to drive consumer preference about do they want the best possible modem in the computer that’s in their hand all the time.”