Qualcomm has just revealed the Snapdragon 8 Elite, the high-end processor set to drive the next wave of flagship smartphones. This announcement comes just weeks after MediaTek showcased its own premium Dimensity 9400 SoC. We previously put together a preliminary comparison based on rumors and leaks regarding these two processors. Now, let's take a closer look at how the Snapdragon 8 Elite stacks up against the Dimensity 9400.
Snapdragon 8 Elite vs Dimensity 9400: Specs Overview
The new Dimensity 9400 from MediaTek is built around their 2nd Gen All Big Core architecture, which features the robust ARM Cortex-X925 core. These cores operate at speeds exceeding 3.62GHz, and the chip integrates three Cortex X4 cores along with four Cortex A720 cores. This setup allows the Dimensity 9400 to deliver a 35% enhancement in single-core performance and a 28% increase in multi-core performance when compared to its predecessor, the Dimensity 9300.
It is manufactured using TSMC’s 2nd Gen 3nm technology, which provides up to 40% better power efficiency. The new chip also comes with an advanced NPU that enhances AI capabilities and includes a 12-core ARM Immortalis-G925 GPU, which boasts 40% faster ray tracing capabilities.
Snapdragon 8 Elite's Features
Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite follows a similar path with its All Big Core architecture. It features eight cores, consisting of 2 prime cores that run at a remarkable 4.32GHz, along with 6 performance cores clocked at 3.53GHz. This new chip is also built on TSMC’s 3nm process, indicating a 45% boost in CPU performance and a 44% enhancement in power efficiency.
Thanks to its upgraded Adreno 830 GPU, it also sees a 40% improvement in performance and power efficiency, alongside a 35% increase in ray tracing speed. Notably, the Snapdragon 8 Elite supports Unreal Engine 5.3 and its Nanite virtualized geometry system, which is a big plus for gaming enthusiasts.
