"It's the first modem that has so much AI, it actually increases the range of performance of the modem so the modem can deal with weaker signals," Amon told CNBC.
"What that will do will set a huge delta between the performance of premium Android devices, and iOS devices, when you compare what Qualcomm can do versus what Apple is doing."
The iPhone 16e is Apple's cheapest smartphone on the latest range. Several reports suggest Apple is working on modems for its higher end iPhones.
Amon reiterated a statement he has made previously that he expects Qualcomm will not supply Apple with modems in 2027.