Qualcomm's Mid-Range Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 Launching Soon
Qualcomm is gearing up to release its latest mid-range processor, the Snapdragon 7s Gen 3, as early as next month. The new chip promises a modest performance boost over its predecessor, with benchmark leaks suggesting a 15% improvement in single-core and a 12% increase in multi-core performance.
Here's what we know so far:
Performance:
- Single-core score: 1,157 (Geekbench)
- Multi-core score: 3,157 (Geekbench)
- Roughly 15% faster single-core, 12% faster multi-core compared to the Snapdragon 7s Gen 2
Specifications:
- Tri-cluster CPU configuration:
- 1x Prime core clocked at 2.5 GHz
- 3x Performance cores clocked at 2.4 GHz
- 4x Efficiency cores clocked at 1.8 GHz
- Adreno 810 GPU
Availability:
- Chipset launch: August 2024
- First devices expected: September 2024
Launch Partners:
- Redmi, Realme, Vivo, and Motorola are expected to be among the first manufacturers to utilize the new chipset in their smartphones.
- The Redmi 14 Pro is rumored to be one of the first devices to feature the Snapdragon 7s Gen 3.
The Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 seems to offer a decent performance upgrade over its predecessor, appealing to users seeking a balance between performance and affordability. It remains to be seen how this new chip will translate into real-world usage and how it will fare against competitors in the mid-range segment.
