Qualcomm has introduced the Snapdragon 6 Gen 4, an upgraded mid-range mobile processor with notable performance and efficiency improvements. Built on TSMC’s 4nm process, this chipset brings AI enhancements, improved gaming features, and better power efficiency, making it a solid choice for upcoming mid-range smartphones.

Key Points

Improved Performance: 11% faster CPU, 29% faster GPU, and 12% better power efficiency.

Gen AI Support: First Snapdragon 6-series chip with Int4 AI precision for enhanced AI capabilities.

Gaming Enhancements: Snapdragon Game Super Resolution and Adreno Frame Motion Engine for smoother frame rates.

Advanced Connectivity: Supports Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.4, and multi-SIM 5G (sub-6GHz and mmWave).

Camera & Display: 200MP single-shot support, HDR10+, and FHD+ at 144Hz refresh rate.

Snapdragon 6 Gen 4: What’s New?

The Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 brings a refined 1+3+4 CPU architecture, unlike its predecessor’s 4+4 core structure. The prime core clocks at 2.3GHz, slightly lower than the 2.4GHz of the Snapdragon 6 Gen 3. However, Qualcomm promises a more balanced performance with better power efficiency.

Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 Specifications

CPU & Performance

Core Configuration: 1 Prime Core at 2.3GHz, 3 Performance Cores at 2.2GHz, and 4 Efficiency Cores at 1.8GHz.

Process Technology: Built on TSMC’s 4nm process for better efficiency.

GPU & Gaming

Adreno GPU with 29% improved performance.

Snapdragon Game Super Resolution for 4K upscaling.

Adreno Frame Motion Engine for smoother frame rates.

Adreno HDR support for improved dynamic range.

AI & Machine Learning

Hexagon NPU with Int4 precision, a first in the Snapdragon 6 series.

Improved AI performance for better camera processing, voice recognition, and background enhancements.

Memory & Storage

Supports up to 16GB LPDDR5 RAM (3,200MHz frequency).

UFS 3.1 storage for faster app loading and data transfer speeds.

Connectivity & Network

5G connectivity (sub-6GHz & mmWave) with multi-SIM support.

Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.4 with LE Audio for improved wireless performance.

USB 3.1 for high-speed data transfer.

NavIC (L1+L2+L5) support for better location accuracy.

Camera & Multimedia

200MP single-shot support for ultra-high-resolution photography.

HDR10+ video recording for better color reproduction.

FHD+ display at 144Hz refresh rate for smoother scrolling and gaming.

Snapdragon Sound and aptX support for high-quality audio.

Expected Availability & Future Devices

The Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 is expected to debut in mid-range smartphones from leading brands later this year. More details on benchmark scores (AnTuTu, Geekbench) and specific phone models will be available once manufacturers integrate the chipset into their devices. Stay tuned for further updates!