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Redmi's upcoming K90 Ultra smartphone will reportedly use an older Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset paired with an active cooling fan to compete with more expensive flagship smartphones.
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Who
Redmi, Digital Chat Station
What
Redmi's upcoming K90 Ultra smartphone will reportedly use an older Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset paired with an active cooling fan to compete with more expensive flagship smartphones.
When
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 23:47:01 GMT · 5h 44m ago
Where
Weibo ·
Why
The active cooling fan is intended to ensure sustained performance that will rival devices powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 without a fan.
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How this affects you
This strategy could make high-performance smartphone technology more accessible, offering a cost-effective alternative for consumers seeking flagship-level performance without the premium price tag. It could also influence other manufacturers to explore alternative cooling solutions for performance gains.
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