The Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 marks a significant leap for Qualcomm, featuring custom Oryon cores in a configuration reminiscent of Apple’s A-series. Expected to outshine any previous releases from the San Diego-based company, its capabilities were put to the test in an engineering sample running Genshin Impact. Despite not disclosing specific framerates, the chipset demonstrated impressive performance, likely maintaining a smooth 60FPS at the highest visual settings.
Initially showcased on a South Korean forum by @faridofanani96, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 exhibited a notable upgrade, showcasing Genshin Impact running flawlessly for 45 minutes at 1080p resolution. Given the game’s 60FPS cap, the experience was undoubtedly smooth, hinting at the chip’s potential for enhanced performance with further optimization.
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While the initial Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 performance run showcased a formidable Adreno 830 GPU, rumored to be 10 percent faster than the Apple M2 in the 3DMark Wild Life Extreme Stress Test, it’s essential to consider power consumption, a factor not addressed during testing.
The prospect of a smartphone SoC surpassing an Apple Silicon designed for larger devices like Macs is remarkable. However, the true test will come with commercial shipments and real-world usage. As Qualcomm’s flagship SoC gears up for release, competition looms on the horizon, with MediaTek preparing its 3nm powerhouse, the Dimensity 9400, set to unveil later in the year. The clash between these titans promises an exciting showdown in the ever-evolving world of mobile processors.
