Qualcomm has launched its latest chip, the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4, based on 4-nanometer process technology. This new chipset boasts significant upgrades in CPU, GPU, and AI performance. Importantly, it supports on-device multi-model and multi-lingual generative artificial intelligence (AI), enabling many AI-related tasks to be completed without an internet connection. This chipset could be a game-changer for gaming smartphones.
What's Special about the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4?
The Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 is an upgraded version of Qualcomm's previous chipset, the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3. Several advanced features have been added:
• Enhanced CPU and GPU Performance – The Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 offers up to a 30% faster CPU and up to a 49% improved GPU performance. It features the Adreno 825 GPU, supporting on-device real-time ray tracing.
• On-Device AI Support – This Qualcomm chipset is capable of processing AI-related tasks rapidly on-device. This means smartphones won't need constant internet connectivity for AI features.
• Improved Camera Support – The Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 incorporates an 18-bit triple Spectra image signal processor, enabling support for three 36-megapixel cameras in smartphones.
• High-Resolution Display Support – This chipset supports WQHD+ (3,840x1,600 pixel) displays, bringing flagship-level display quality to mid-range smartphones.
Which Smartphones Will Feature the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4?
iQOO recently confirmed that their upcoming smartphone, the iQOO Z10 Turbo, will launch with the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 chipset. Additionally, brands like Meizu, Oppo, and Xiaomi may also integrate this chipset into their upcoming smartphones.
Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 vs. Snapdragon 8 Elite – What's the Difference?
The Snapdragon 8 Elite is another flagship chipset from Qualcomm, based on 3-nanometer process technology, while the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 is built on 4-nanometer technology.
• The Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset offers premium performance, but the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 is specifically designed for mid-range and gaming smartphones.
• The Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 supports up to 24GB of LPDDR5x RAM, delivering excellent performance for high-end gaming and multitasking.
A New Revolution in Gaming and AI
The Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 could revolutionize gaming and AI-enabled smartphones. It will deliver powerful performance in gaming smartphones while also completing AI-supported tasks extremely quickly. This new Qualcomm chipset is poised to bring flagship-level performance to mid-range smartphones, offering high-end features at a lower price point for users.
