Qualcomm has officially unveiled the Snapdragon 6 Gen 4, marking a significant milestone in the mid-range processor segment. This new chipset boasts several key advancements, including a cutting-edge manufacturing process and the latest Armv9 CPU cores, promising a substantial performance boost over its predecessors.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 4
The Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 represents a significant leap forward for mid-range smartphones. By leveraging advanced manufacturing processes and the latest CPU architecture, this chipset promises to deliver flagship-level performance and efficiency in a more accessible price segment.
This reveal may impact the mid-range smartphone market, driving innovation and competition among smartphone manufacturers. Devices powered by the Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 are expected to offer a compelling combination of performance, efficiency, and affordability, making them attractive options for a wide range of consumers.
- TSMC 4nm Process: The Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 is built on TSMC’s advanced 4nm process, which improves power efficiency and performance compared to previous generations.
- Armv9 CPU Cores: The chipset incorporates the latest Armv9 CPU cores, delivering enhanced processing power and improved energy efficiency for demanding tasks.
- AI Performance Enhancements: The Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 integrates an upgraded AI Engine, significantly boosting AI performance for tasks such as image processing, natural language processing, and gaming.
- Connectivity Upgrades: The chipset supports the latest connectivity standards, including faster 5G connectivity and improved Wi-Fi and Bluetooth capabilities.
Here’s a more detailed look at the specs :
- Architecture – TSMC 4nm
- CPU –
- 1x Cortex-A720 @ 2.3GHz
- 3x Cortex-A720 @ 2.2GHz
- 4x Cortex-A520 @ 1.8GHz
- GPU – New Adreno GPU will be 29% more powerful than its predecessor
- RAM – up to 16GB LPDDR5 3,200MHz, LPDDR4x 2,133MHz
- Storage – UFS 3.1
- Display – up to 1080p+ @ 144Hz support
- 5G – sub-6GHz, mmWave, 2.9Gbps
- Wi-Fi – WiFi 6E
- Bluetooth – 5.4
- USB – USB C 3.1
- ISP – 3x 12-bit
- Camera – 200MP, 64MP zero shutter lag
- Video – 4K HDR @ 30fps (HLG, HDR10)
- Charging – Quick Charge 4+
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