Qualcomm’s upcoming Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 processor is generating significant buzz, particularly regarding its rumored use of the new Oryon CPU cores. According to leaked specifications, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4, identified with the model numbers SM8750 and SM8750P, is set to incorporate these next-generation cores. The “P” suffix likely denotes a performance variant, akin to the “AC” variant seen in the previous generation.
The Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 is expected to be built on a 3nm process node and will feature a 2+6 core configuration. However, details about how these Oryon cores will be distributed are still unclear. It is not yet specified whether all cores in this configuration will be Oryon or if only the two primary cores will use Oryon, with the remaining six utilizing Cortex cores. Despite the uncertainty surrounding the core configuration, preliminary benchmark results from Geekbench have shown that the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 outperforms its predecessor by up to 35%. However, these results may vary upon the official release.
In addition to the new CPU cores, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 will feature the latest Adreno 8 series GPU, promising improvements in both performance and efficiency. The chipset will support LPDDR5X quad-channel RAM, enhancing memory bandwidth and performance. Another notable feature is the “Low-Power AI” (LPAI) subsystem, which is designed to support always-on AI functionalities, optimizing power consumption while handling AI tasks.
The Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 will also include advanced connectivity options, such as mmWave and sub-6GHz 5G (Rel. 17), Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), Bluetooth 5.4, and Ultra-Wideband (UWB) through the FastConnect 7900 system. These enhancements aim to provide superior connectivity and faster data transfer rates, complementing the chipset’s overall performance.
The Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 is anticipated to be officially announced at the Snapdragon Summit, scheduled for October 21-23, 2024, in Maui, Hawaii. As the event approaches, further details about the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4’s capabilities and features are expected to be unveiled, offering a clearer picture of what Qualcomm’s latest flagship processor has to offer.
