New Qualcomm Wireless Audio Platforms Support Snapdragon

Published: March 2, 2022

Qualcomm Technologies International, Ltd., has announced two new low power wireless audio platforms: theย Qualcomm QCC517x and the Qualcomm QCC307x.

The latest audio platforms from Qualcomm with support for Snapdragon Soundย technology. These optimized platforms are dual-mode, combining traditional Bluetooth wireless audio and the latest LE Audio technology standard.

โ€œWe canย deliver the ultimate wireless sound experience Utilizing Snapdragon 8 mobile platform, Qualcomm FastConnectTMย 6900 and newly announced 7800 subsystem and Snapdragon Sound technology. For example, in addition to being the first to deliver Lossless audio, weโ€™ve addedย ultra-low latency gaming mode with in-game chat, and the ability for earbuds to record content in stereo sound which will add huge value for a new generation of creators,โ€ says James Chapman, vice president and general manager, voice, music & wearables, Qualcomm Technologies International, Ltd.ย 

โ€œIn these tiny platforms, we integrated our Adaptive Active Noise Cancellation in a dedicated hardware block, and as a result are bringing substantial noise cancellation improvements, to whatever is in a listenerโ€™searbud.โ€

The new platforms offer audio OEMs (original equipment manufacturers) broad flexibility for device customization at a range of tiers, unlocking new design opportunities for feature packed audio devices that support:Snapdragon Sound technology supports:

  • 16-bit 44.1kHz CD Lossless Bluetooth audio quality
  • 24-bit 96kHz high resolution Bluetooth audio quality
  • 32kHz super wideband voice call quality for crystal clear calls
  • Stereo recording for creators, enabling recorded content with stereo soundย oย Robust connectivity even in very busy RF environments
  • Gaming mode, with 68ms low latency audio and voice back channel
  • Dual-mode, low-power optimized integration of LE Audio for audio sharing and broadcasting
  • Multipoint Bluetooth wireless connectivity, for virtually seamless and convenient transitions between source devices
  • The platform includes third-generation Adaptive Active Noise Cancellation, with natural leak-through capability

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