Qualcomm unveiled the Dragonfly C1000 CPU to target the agentic AI market. This processor features a chiplet design with over 250 Oryon cores. It is engineered for superior performance per watt.

The launch marks a strategic move to diversify beyond smartphones. Qualcomm aims to compete directly with incumbents Nvidia, Intel, and AMD.

Meta signed a multi-generation agreement to power future server fleets with the Dragonfly C1000. Production for the new chip is scheduled to begin in the second half of 2028. Microsoft also joined as a customer for other data center solutions.