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Snapdragon 8 Gen 4: A Powerful New Contender
The mobile processor market is heating up! While officially unannounced, whispers about Qualcomm's next flagship, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 (previously rumored as the 8 Elite 2), are already creating waves. This article delves into the leaked specs, anticipated performance, and the implications for upcoming smartphones.
Unveiled First in the Redmi Turbo 4 Pro
Before the official announcement, the Redmi Turbo 4 Pro surprisingly beat the gun, becoming the first phone to boast the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4. This slightly different version, as reported by tech blogger Smart Pikachu, promises nearly flagship-level performance with impressive energy efficiency. With a "full-big core" architecture (a single 3.21GHz X4 core, three 3.01GHz A720 cores, two 2.80GHz A720 cores, and two 2.02GHz A720 cores) and an Adreno 825 GPU, it's already making waves. Benchmark tests show it competes strongly with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, even outperforming it in gaming.
Snapdragon 8 Gen 4: What to Expect
The full Snapdragon 8 Gen 4, however, is expected to be even more impressive. Leaks suggest a 25% CPU performance boost and a 30% GPU performance increase over its predecessor. This is attributed to the second-generation Oryon CPU cores and a larger 16MB GPU cache (up from 12MB). Support for both LPDDR5X and LPDDR6 RAM further enhances its potential. The rumored October 2025 launch date places it squarely in competition with Apple's A18 Pro and MediaTek's next-gen Dimensity chips.
Impact and Future Outlook
The Snapdragon 8 Gen 4's arrival promises smoother gaming, improved multitasking, and faster AI processing. Expect to see this chip in top-tier smartphones from leading brands like Samsung, OnePlus, and Xiaomi in late 2025. The increased performance will be especially noticeable in demanding games and AI-intensive applications. With Qualcomm's usual marketing power, it certainly looks set to be a major player in the high-end mobile processor market. Stay tuned for more leaks and the official October announcement!
