Qualcomm's flagship Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 has been grabbing attention, but a new mid-range processor from the Snapdragon 7-series is also on the horizon.
Recently, tipster Evan Blass shared some promotional materials on X (formerly Twitter) that highlight essential details about the upcoming Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 processor.
Performance and Efficiency
The promotional content doesn't dive into specifics like the manufacturing process, core setup, or GPU details. However, it does indicate a 20% boost in CPU performance and a more significant 40% enhancement in GPU performance compared to the previous generation. In the realm of AI, performance is expected to increase by 30%, with power efficiency also seeing a 12% improvement.
Connectivity and Multimedia
Regarding connectivity, the leak suggests that this processor will come equipped with a 5G modem and support for Qualcomm’s FastConnect Mobile Connectivity system, promising rapid data transfer speeds. Bluetooth 5.4 support is also mentioned, which should improve range and connection stability for wearables and other gadgets.
On the multimedia front, the chip is rumored to feature a triple ISP (Image Signal Processor) for superior image processing capabilities. AI features such as AI Remosaic and video retouching could further enhance photo and video quality.
Gaming and Audio Features
For gaming enthusiasts, the chip will include Adaptive Perf Engine 3.0 for optimized performance and VRS Pro for variable rate shading, which improves graphics without excessive battery drain. AFME will enhance audio quality as well.
Audiophiles might be excited about features like Spatial Audio for a more engaging listening experience, Aqstic Speaker Max for better speaker output, and Qualcomm aptX Lossless Audio for high-quality Bluetooth sound. Additionally, the processor will support Generative AI and multi-language translation and transcription.
The tipster did not provide a specific release date for the processor. It might debut alongside the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 at the October Snapdragon Summit, or Qualcomm might choose to announce it on a separate occasion.
