How expensive is the Xiaomi Mi 11? Or the OnePlus 9? Android smartphone prices could rise significantly in 2021. The reason for this lies in a single component that is currently even cheaper.
Specifically, it is about the Snapdragon 875 chipset, which should drive numerous Android smartphones in 2021. The chipset, which is also said to contain the Snapdragon X60 5G modem, is said to cost the smartphone manufacturer an impressive $ 250, reports Wccftech. For comparison: For the predecessor Snapdragon 865, which among other things in the Xiaomi Mi 10 installed, manufacturer Qualcomm charges between $ 150 and $ 160. The price increase compared to the predecessor would be just under $ 100.
Higher prices for Xiaomi Mi 11 and Co.
If the manufacturers of Android smartphones pass this higher price on to customers, some of the flagships of 2021 will be more expensive than their predecessors. Anyway, the last few years in the premium market have been characterized by sometimes drastic price increases. So far, however, this is mainly due to the camera modules and not the chipsets.
Xiaomi is reportedly already in negotiations with Qualcomm. The company from China may be able to push the price of the Snapdragon 875 down a bit. Otherwise, the Xiaomi Mi 11 (or Xiaomi Mi 20) should be an expensive pleasure. The Xiaomi Mi 10 was available for its release in spring 2020 from 800 euros, the flagship Xiaomi Mi 10 Pro for just under 1000 euros.
Android more expensive, Apple cheaper
On the other hand, rumors suggest that Apple will launch its new smartphones a little cheaper at the end of 2020: it should be released the iPhone 12 should be comparatively affordable. Accordingly, the price ranges for the top smartphones from the Android and iOS warehouse could align in the coming year.
However, it is still a while until spring or summer 2021. Accordingly, a lot can still happen in the area of pricing. In addition, it is only a rumor so far that the Snapdragon 875 is so much more expensive. In fact, a possible price increase may be a little less drastic. Accordingly, we should wait a little longer before we assume that prices will rise safely.
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