Pixel 10 Rumors Emerge: Tensor G5 Chip Leak Hints at Imagination GPU
Discussion of the Pixel 10 may seem premature. The Pixel 9 is still forthcoming. However, rumor and speculation have already begun. A leak has emerged. It might offer a first look at the silicon soul of the Pixel 10: the Google Tensor G5 chip.
Imagination GPU Details for Tensor G5 Surface
The rumor started when Imagination Technologies, a GPU design company, seemingly posted a table. This was on Chinese social network site Weibo. The table was then removed. The table, as per Android Authority, contained chips based on Imagination GPUs. Surprisingly, it contained two unannounced chipsets.
Among the mysterious chips is a Xiaomi SoC. The one generating excitement is the "Google Tensor G5." According to the table, the Tensor G5 will be equipped with an Imagination DXT-48-1536 GPU. It will clock at 1100MHz. The original post is no longer accessible. Screenshots are circulating. These fuel the rumors.
Ray Tracing Possibility with Imagination GPU
If this leak is true, it signifies a large shift for Google's Tensor chips. Previous Tensor generations used ARM's Mali GPUs. Using an Imagination GPU, specifically the DXT-48-1536, would unlock interesting possibilities. This includes potential ray tracing on mobile apps and games. Ray tracing is a powerful but visually stunning graphics feature. It would bring a new level of realism to Pixel phone graphics.
Tensor G5: More Than Just Graphics
Beyond the GPU, initial rumors of under-the-hood changes for the Tensor G5 exist.
- TSMC Manufacturing: Rumors suggest Google is switching from Samsung to TSMC. TSMC would build the Tensor G5 on their 3nm process. This could improve efficiency and performance.
- Custom-Built Blocks: The Tensor G5 may feature custom-built blocks from Google. This includes a new image signal processor (ISP), memory controller, and system-level cache. This indicates Google seeks more control and optimization of their silicon.
Xiaomi Chip Also Features Imagination GPU
The leaked table mentions a Xiaomi chip codenamed "XuanJie." It would also have an Imagination GPU. This suggests Imagination Technologies is gaining traction in the mobile SoC market beyond Google.
Important Disclaimer
Remember this information is leaked. It was even retracted after being leaked. Until Google officially announces the Tensor G5 and Pixel 10, consider this an exciting rumor. If this leak is accurate, the Pixel 10 could be a huge leap forward in graphics. It may provide a new level of mobile gaming and visuals for Pixel users. This story is developing.
Source: As reported by Android Authority
