Snapdragon 7 Gen 4: Faster CPU, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0 Features

Key Takeaways

1. Performance Enhancements: Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 offers a 27% increase in CPU speed, a 30% boost in GPU capabilities, and a 65% improvement in NPU performance over its predecessor.

2. Redesigned Core Structure: The SoC features a new layout with 1 prime core at 2.8 GHz, 4 performance cores at 2.4 GHz, and 3 efficiency cores at 1.8 GHz.

3. Advanced Imaging Features: Equipped with a triple 12-bit Spectra ISP, it can capture images up to 200 MP and record 4K video at 30 FPS or 1080P at 120 FPS.

4. Connectivity Options: Supports sub-6 GHz 5G, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0, and various Qualcomm audio codecs like aptX Lossless.

5. Memory and Storage Flexibility: Configurable with LPDDR5-4200 memory and supports UFS storage options, including UFS 4.0, with USB-C operating at USB 3.1 speeds.

Qualcomm has introduced its latest System on Chip (SoC) aimed at upper-mid-range smartphones. The Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (SM7750-AB) follows the Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 and is set to launch with the Honor 400 series shortly. Qualcomm boasts impressive performance improvements, claiming a 27% increase in CPU speed, a 30% boost in GPU capabilities, and a whopping 65% enhancement in NPU performance compared to the previous generation.

New Core Layout

The improvement in CPU speed comes from a redesigned core structure, featuring 1 prime core running at 2.8 GHz, 4 performance cores clocked at 2.4 GHz, and 3 efficiency cores operating at 1.8 GHz. The Adreno GPU, while details remain vague, supports various codecs including HLG, HDR10+, HDR10, and HDR vivid. Qualcomm hasn’t provided extensive information about the Hexagon NPU, but it claims that it can handle AI tasks such as Stable Diffusion locally.

Advanced Imaging Capabilities

Launching with a triple 12-bit Spectra ISP, the Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 can capture still images up to 200 MP and supports 10-bit color depth for both photo and video. It can record video at resolutions of up to 4K at 30 FPS or 1080P at 120 FPS in HDR and HLG formats. For wireless connectivity, the SoC includes sub-6 GHz 5G, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0, Bluetooth LE, and compatibility with Qualcomm’s audio codecs like aptX Lossless and aptX Adaptive.

Memory and Storage Options

Lastly, manufacturers have the option to configure the Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 with a maximum of LPDDR5-4200 memory. It also supports LPDDR4X-3200 and LPDDR4-2100 memory modules. Storage options include UFS 4.0, UFS 3.1, and UFS 2. The USB-C port included with the SoC operates at USB 3.1 speeds. Qualcomm has produced the Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 using an undisclosed 4 nm process technology.