Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 full specs leak prior to launch
Ahead of its official launch, the complete specifications of the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 have surfaced in a notable leak.
Qualcomm is set to unveil its next-generation Snapdragon chip at the annual Snapdragon Summit tomorrow, but a recent leak has prematurely disclosed the comprehensive specifications of the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor. According to leaked marketing materials obtained by MSPoweruser, the upcoming SoC promises a substantial performance upgrade over its predecessor, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, along with a range of innovative AI capabilities.
Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 full specs leak prior to launch
The Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 will sport a 1+5+2 core configuration, comprising one prime core, five performance cores, and two efficiency cores. Notably, the prime core is expected to reach clock speeds of up to 3.3 GHz, while the performance and efficiency cores will be clocked at up to 3.2 GHz and 2.3 GHz, respectively. Furthermore, it will be complemented by a new Adreno 750 GPU, offering a remarkable 50% boost in power compared to the current Adreno 740.
In the realm of AI processing, the chip features an upgraded Hexagon neural processor (NPU) that boasts an impressive 98% increase in speed and 40% greater efficiency. This advanced NPU will unlock a host of AI capabilities on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, including image enhancement, object removal from videos, and AI-powered background generation. Interestingly, the leaked information reveals the chip's ability to run AI models like Stable Diffusion and Meta's Llama 2.
Gaming enthusiasts will also find much to be excited about, as the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 introduces powerful gaming-related features. These include a cutting-edge light reflection system that facilitates global illumination with ray tracing, alongside support for 240 FPS gaming and the ability to upscale graphics to an impressive 8K resolution.
Xiaomi has already confirmed its plans to launch the Xiaomi 14 series on October 26, providing an imminent opportunity to witness the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 in action. This revelation underscores Qualcomm's ongoing commitment to pushing the boundaries of mobile technology.
