Qualcomm raises Snapdragon prices after Sep 1 2026

Qualcomm Inc., a dominant supplier of processors for smartphones and other devices, has notified its customers of plans to implement double-digit percentage price increases across its chip products. The new pricing will apply to all shipments made after September 1, 2026, according to customer communications.

The company attributed the decision to sustained and rising costs from its own suppliers, stating it has exhausted its ability to absorb these higher input expenses. Qualcomm reportedly told clients it had already attempted to secure alternative components from new sources but was ultimately compelled to pass the costs downstream. The exact magnitude of the increases was not specified, though they are described as being in the double digits.

As the world's largest mobile processor supplier, Qualcomm's Snapdragon chips power a vast array of premium Android smartphones, including Samsung's Galaxy and foldable series, as well as devices like Microsoft's CoPilot+ PCs and Meta's Ray-Ban smart glasses. The move follows a similar price increase implemented by its chief rival, MediaTek, which raised prices by 10% to 20% in June 2026 citing comparable cost pressures.