Snapdragon 8 Gen 4: Big GPU, Small CPU Gains?
Early rumors suggest Qualcomm's upcoming flagship chip prioritizes graphics over raw processing power.
While we await the official unveiling at the Snapdragon Summit in October, leaks are already swirling about the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4. The latest whispers, courtesy of tipster @negativeonehero on X (formerly Twitter), suggest a somewhat uneven performance picture:
- Modest CPU Gains: Don't expect a massive leap in processing power. Internal testing reportedly shows only single-digit percentage improvements compared to the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3.
- Huge GPU Boost: The graphics processor, however, is rumored to be getting a significant overhaul. The leaker claims performance could rival MediaTek's Dimensity 9300, but using only half the power.
What does this mean for you?
- Gamers rejoice! The rumored GPU improvements could mean a significant boost in mobile gaming performance, with smoother frame rates and potentially better battery life.
- Power users, hold your horses? If you prioritize raw CPU horsepower for demanding tasks, you might want to wait for the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, expected in 2026 with custom "Pegasus" CPU cores.
Looking at the internal testing data of 8G4, the CPU efficiency improvement is in the single digit percentage, but the GPU improvement is huge, D9300 peak at half the power is possible. If you care about CPU performance, please skip this generation and wait for 8G5. pic.twitter.com/6Le8FlN0M9
— sun.dtsi (@negativeonehero) July 21, 2024
Remember, these are just rumors for now. We'll have to wait for Qualcomm's official announcement to confirm the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4's capabilities.