Qualcomm is preparing to roll out its latest high-end mobile processor, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4. This new version is anticipated to bring notable enhancements in both performance and efficiency, attributed to the custom-designed Oryon cores and TSMC’s second-generation 3nm manufacturing process.
GPU Performance
A recent leak presents a mixed outlook — the Adreno 750 GPU in the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 is expected to deliver significant performance-per-watt improvements, while the CPU performance improvements seem to be more modest.
User @negativeonehero on X (formerly Twitter) revealed that internal tests of the 8 Gen 4’s GPU show performance levels comparable to the MediaTek Dimensity 9300’s GPU but at half the power consumption. This efficiency could result in extended battery life and cooler phones during high-demand activities such as gaming.
CPU Performance
On the CPU front, the projections are less encouraging. The leak indicates that the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4, featuring custom Oryon cores, achieves a multi-core score of approximately 7,300 at just 8W. This performance is comparable to the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 and still lags behind Apple’s A17 Pro in the iPhone 15 Pro. Alarmingly, the tipster suggests that the 8 Gen 4’s CPU power efficiency will only improve by a single-digit percentage compared to its predecessor.
As a result, consumers who prioritize CPU performance may want to wait for the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5.
Future Expectations
However, it’s essential to remember that Qualcomm’s custom cores in the Snapdragon X Elite for Windows laptops have shown impressive results, rivaling Apple’s M3 in benchmarks despite initial doubts. Therefore, similar outcomes are expected from the forthcoming Snapdragon 8 Gen 4.
Balancing heat management, power consumption, and raw performance within the confines of a smartphone remains a significant challenge. Ultimately, the true potential of the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 will be revealed through independent testing and real-world use.
