The tech world is buzzing with rumors about Qualcomm’s upcoming Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 chip. This powerful processor is expected to power the next generation of flagship smartphones.
Recently, a leaked benchmark test on Weibo, a popular Chinese social media platform, revealed some impressive specs. The test, conducted by Digital Chat Station, a reliable source for tech news, showed the Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 outperforming its predecessor in both single-core and multi-core tests.
The chip’s performance is thanks to its Oryon CPU architecture, which is Qualcomm’s second-generation design. In the Geekbench 6 test, the Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 scored over 4,000 points in single-core mode and over 11,000 points in multi-core mode. This is a significant jump from the original Snapdragon 8 Elite, which scored 3,100 and 9,800 points respectively.
But that’s not all – the new chip also features a 16MB GMEM cache, which helps improve graphics processing. The Adreno 840 graphics chip has been upgraded too, with faster rendering and better power management. This means the next generation of flagship phones will not only be faster but also more efficient, with reduced heat generation.
There are also rumors about the chip’s design, with a 2+6 core arrangement and a 3-nanometer manufacturing process from TSMC. The clock speed is expected to be higher than the original Snapdragon 8 Elite, with a maximum speed of 5 GHz and a base speed of 4.4 GHz.
So, which phones will be the first to feature the Snapdragon 8 Elite 2? Xiaomi is likely to be one of the first, with its Xiaomi 16 and Xiaomi 16 Pro flagship phones. Other brands like OnePlus, iQOO, Honor, realme, and nubia may follow soon.
What to expect
The Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 is expected to bring significant performance improvements to the next generation of smartphones. With its powerful CPU and graphics chip, users can expect:
- Faster app loading and switching
- Improved gaming performance
- Enhanced camera capabilities
- Longer battery life
The exact release date and pricing of the Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 are still unknown, but one thing is certain – it’s going to be a game-changer for the tech industry.