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Insights into the Upcoming Snapdragon 8s Elite Chip
The latest developments surrounding the Snapdragon 8s Elite have emerged, reviving interest among tech enthusiasts. The initial glimpse of this chip came in January when it was discovered in the iQOO Z10 Turbo Pro. Recently, a reputable source has provided further details that confirm and enhance our understanding of this new processor.
Snapdragon 8s Elite :
CPU: 4nm
• 1× 3.21GHz Cortex X4 Core
• 3× 3.01GHz Cortex A720 cores
• 2× 2.80GHz & 2× 2.02GHz Cortex A520 cores
Notably, this iteration does not feature the Oryon core.
ANTUTU Score: ~ 2 Million
GPU: Adreno 825
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For those looking for enhancements similar to the premium Snapdragon 8 Elite, the Snapdragon 8s Elite may not fully satisfy those expectations. Instead, it appears to be more aligned with the performance levels of the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3.
Specifications Overview
| Specifications | Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 | 8s Elite | 8 Elite |
|---|---|---|---|
| Node | 4nm | 4nm | 3nm |
| CPU, prime | 1x Cortex-X4 @ 3.0GHz | 1x Cortex-X4 @ 3.21GHz | 2x Oryon @ 4.32GHz |
| CPU, medium | 4x Cortex-A720 @ 2.8GHz | 3x Cortex-A720 @ 3.01GHz 2x Cortex-A720 @ 2.80GHz |
6x Oryon @ 3.53GHz |
| CPU, small | 3x Cortex-A520 @ 2.0GHz | 2x Cortex-A520 @ 2.02GHz | – |
| GPU | Adreno 735 | Adreno 825 | Adreno 830 |
This new processor will utilize a 4nm technology, featuring a combination of cores designed to enhance efficiency and performance. The flagship Cortex-X4 prime core operates at a maximum frequency of 3.21 GHz, while three Cortex-A720 cores clock in at 3.01 GHz. Additionally, there are two more Cortex-A520 cores that will reach up to 2.02 GHz, paired with an Adreno 825 GPU. The anticipated AnTuTu score of around two million highlights the chip’s robust performance capabilities.
Source
www.gsmarena.com