Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 4: Elevating Mid-Tier Smartphones with Enhanced Performance and AI
TL;DR:
- Qualcomm announces the Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 Mobile Platform for mid-tier smartphones.
- The platform offers improved CPU and GPU performance, as well as enhanced power efficiency.
- It features first-in-series Gen AI support for more intelligent mobile experiences.
- Smartphones with Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 are expected from realme, OPPO, and Honor soon.
Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. has announced the Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 Mobile Platform, designed to bring enhanced performance, extended battery life, and advanced AI capabilities to mid-tier smartphones. This platform is poised to redefine everyday mobile experiences for a broad spectrum of users, from gamers seeking immersive visuals and audio to professionals requiring reliable connectivity, and creators capturing stunning photos and videos.
Performance Boost and Power Efficiency
The Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 achieves significant performance gains across the board. The latest Qualcomm® Kryo™ CPU delivers an 11% improvement in processing power, while the Qualcomm® Adreno™ GPU offers a substantial 29% increase in graphics performance. Furthermore, the platform incorporates a 12% power saving, contributing to extended battery life and an enhanced user experience.
Enhanced Experiences for Gamers, Professionals, and Creators
This platform caters to a wide range of mobile needs. Gamers can anticipate 4K visuals and wireless lossless audio thanks to Snapdragon Sound™. Professionals will benefit from reliable connectivity virtually anywhere, ensuring seamless productivity. Creators can capture high-quality photos and videos, day or night, with improved image processing capabilities.
AI Integration and Future of Mobile Experiences
A key feature of the Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 is its first-in-series Gen AI support. This integration allows for more intelligent and personalized user experiences, opening new possibilities for mobile applications and features.
Availability and OEM Partnerships
“Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 will drive the next leap forward for smartphones in the mid-tier thanks to significant advancements in AI, gaming and photography,” said Deepu John, senior director, product management, Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. “This platform brings a new level of performance and power efficiency for users to enjoy virtually anywhere with ultra-fast 5G and Wi-Fi, enhancing their everyday activities whether playing, creating, or working.”
The Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 Mobile Platform is expected to be available in smartphones from leading OEMs, including realme, OPPO and Honor, in the coming months. For more information about the new platform, visit our product brief or website.
