Google is shaking things up with its next-generation Tensor processor! Leaked specifications for the Tensor G5, destined for the Pixel 10, reveal a significant departure from previous generations, as Google ditches Samsung's influence and adopts a unique architecture.
Tensor G5: A New Approach:
According to a leak reported by Android Authority, the Tensor G5 will feature:
- Unconventional CPU Core Configuration: One high-performance Cortex-X4 core, five Cortex-A725 cores, and only two energy-efficient Cortex-A520 cores.
- New GPU: Instead of the Arm Mali-G715, Google is rumored to be using a dual-core IMG DXT GPU with ray tracing and virtualization support, clocked at 1100 MHz.
- Modified TPU: Changes to the Tensor Processing Unit (TPU) are expected to result in a 14% increase in AI performance.
- Manufacturing Process: 3nm process from TSMC.
- Larger Die Size: 121mm², compared to the Apple A18 Pro's 105mm².
A Shift in Strategy:
These changes suggest a shift in Google's strategy for its Tensor processors, potentially focusing on enhanced AI capabilities, graphics performance, and overall efficiency. The move away from Samsung's designs could give Google more control over the development and optimization of its chips.
While these are still leaks and should be treated with caution, the Tensor G5 promises to be a powerful and intriguing processor. It will be interesting to see how these changes translate to real-world performance in the Pixel 10.
