Samsung Electronics' recently-announced Galaxy S7 and S7 edge feature the Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 processor with integrated Snapdragon X12 LTE modem for up to 33% faster 4G+ LTE download speeds and up to 200% faster LTE upload speeds compared to the previous generation, according to Qualcomm.

Additionally, the Samsung Galaxy S7 and S7 edge integrate Qualcomm TruSignal multi-antenna boost technology to intelligently compensate for signal impediments, improving call reliability, data speeds and call coverage while reducing radio power consumption.

"With integrated 4G+ LTE connectivity, TruSignal multi-antenna boost technology, as well as new immersive multimedia capabilities as supported by the Snapdragon 820 processor, Samsung customers can enjoy truly next-generation mobile experiences," said Alex Katouzian, senior VP of product management at Qualcomm Technologies.

"Qualcomm Technologies' advanced, diverse technology portfolio provides us with the connectivity and processing solutions to power our latest flagship Samsung Galaxy S7 and S7 edge," said Taemoon Roh, executive VP and head of mobile hardware, R&D and product strategy team, Samsung.

The Snapdragon 820 processor is available now and is expected to be shipping in devices in the first half of 2016, according to Qualcomm.