A leak has detailed the specifications of Qualcomm’s upcoming high-end chip. The much-anticipated Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 will surprisingly focus on AI capabilities.
Source: Qualcomm
Do our mobile devices still require raw power? For Qualcomm, the answer appears to be “not necessarily.” The American tech giant, which produces chips for a significant portion of the mobile market, is preparing to launch a new high-end product that prioritizes artificial intelligence features over benchmark performance numbers.
This is suggested by a document published by SmartPrix, which outlines the technical characteristics of the next Snapdragon 8 Gen 4, the chip expected to power most ultra high-end smartphones in 2024 and 2025, including the Galaxy S25. According to a presentation slide leaked from Qualcomm, the next Snapdragon will be available in a “standard” version tagged as SM8750 and a more powerful version named SM8750P (for “Performance”).
AI at the forefront
The next generation of processors is expected to be produced using a 3nm process (by TSMC) and will provide a performance boost of 30-35% over the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3. Although this is less than some earlier rumors suggested, it appears that Qualcomm is prioritizing the performance of its AI systems.
The characteristics of the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 // Source: Smartprix
Both chips will reportedly include a dedicated module for “low-power” processing of AI-related tasks. This capability could enable continuous processing of audio or video signals received by the phone, while more demanding AI functionalities will be handled by a state-of-the-art neural chip.
6 + 2 cores
Alongside this AI focus, the 8 Gen 4 is expected to feature a big.LITTLE architecture with 6 efficient cores clocked at 2.8 GHz and 2 “performance” cores reaching up to 4 GHz. For graphics, it is anticipated that an Adreno 830 will manage gaming and other resource-intensive mobile tasks. Additionally, 5G, Wi-Fi 7, and the latest Bluetooth technology will also be included.
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The official announcement of the chips is expected at an event in October 2024. The first smartphone to feature them will likely be the Xiaomi 15, as the Chinese manufacturer is expected to unveil its new mobile device following Qualcomm’s presentation.
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Snapdragon 8 Gen 4: Qualcomm’s AI-Driven Chip Revolution
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A leak reveals in detail the specifications of Qualcomm’s next high-end chip. The famous Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 will, surprise, put the emphasis on AI.
Do our mobiles still need raw power? For Qualcomm, the answer seems to be “not necessarily“. The American giant that makes chips for a large part of the mobile market is preparing to unveil a new high-end product that places more emphasis on artificial intelligence capabilities than on big benchmark numbers.
At least that’s what is suggested in a document published by SmartPrix, detailing the technical characteristics of the next Snapdragon 8 Gen 4, which will be found in most ultra high-end mobiles in 2024/2025, including the Galaxy S25.
AI First: Redefining Mobile AI Capabilities
The next generation of processors will reportedly be manufactured in 3nm by TSMC and will offer a 30-35% performance jump over the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3. Although this increase is less than what some rumors suggested, Qualcomm seems to prioritize the performance of its AI systems.
Both chips are expected to include a dedicated module for “low-power” processing of AI-related tasks. This module could facilitate continuous processing of audio or video signals, while more demanding AI functionalities will be handled by a cutting-edge neural chip.
6 + 2 Cores: A New Architecture
In addition to this focus on AI, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 will reportedly come with a big.LITTLE configuration composed of six low-power cores clocked at 2.8 GHz and two performance cores reaching speeds of up to 4 GHz. The graphics performance will be managed by an Adreno 830 GPU, designed to handle gaming and demanding mobile applications. Additionally, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 will support 5G connectivity, Wi-Fi 7, and the latest Bluetooth standards, marking a significant upgrade over its predecessors.
| Specification | Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 | Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturing Process | 3nm (by TSMC) | 4nm |
| Performance Boost | 30-35% | N/A |
| Core Configuration | 6 + 2 (Low-power + Performance) | 6 + 2 |
| Graphics | Adreno 830 | Adreno 740 |
| AI Module | Dedicated Low-Power Module | N/A |
| Connectivity | 5G, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.3 | 5G, Wi-Fi 6e, Bluetooth 5.2 |
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The official announcement for the chip is anticipated in October 2024, with the first smartphone to feature it likely being the upcoming Xiaomi 15. This aligns with Xiaomi’s plans to unveil their new mobile device shortly after Qualcomm’s announcement.
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