Qualcomm recently unveiled the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 processor, a streamlined version of the flagship Snapdragon 8 Gen 3. Now, the American chipmaker has introduced a new mid-range System on Chip (SoC) that joins the Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 lineup. The latest addition is the Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3, serving as the successor to last year's Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2. This new chipset brings various enhancements, particularly in the realm of artificial intelligence (AI), indicating that devices powered by this SoC will boast advanced AI features.
Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 Unveiled
The Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 retains TSMC's 4nm process, similar to its predecessor. It shares the same CPU architecture as the flagship Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, comprising a prime core, four performance cores, and three efficiency cores. Notably, the prime core reaches a maximum speed of 2.8GHz. Qualcomm claims that this chipset offers a 15% improvement in CPU performance, a 45% boost in GPU performance, and a 15% enhancement in power efficiency.
Enhanced Connectivity and AI Capabilities
Equipped with an integrated X63 5G modem and FastConnect 7800 mobile connectivity system, the Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 can achieve peak download speeds of up to 4.2 Gbps and supports WiFi-7 connectivity. One of its standout features is the support for on-device generative AI capabilities, enabling a wide array of large language models (LLM) like Baichuan-7B, Llama 2, and Gemini Nano. This empowers devices using this chipset to enhance virtual assistant functionalities and offer additional AI-powered features, including multi-language translation and transcription.
Impressive Features and Specifications
The Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 boasts an 18-bit triple cognitive Image Signal Processor (ISP) and can capture images up to 200MP. Notable features include Snapdragon Low Light Vision and advanced audio capabilities such as Spatial Audio with head tracking, Snapdragon Sound technology, aptX Lossless, and LE audio support. This chipset can accommodate up to QHD+ display resolution at a 120Hz refresh rate, along with supporting up to 24GB LPDDR5x RAM and a UFS 4.0 storage system.
The OnePlus Ace 3V has already been introduced in China, featuring the Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 processor, showcasing the capabilities of this new mid-range SoC.
