Highlights
- Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 built on a 4nm process unveiled officially.
- It offers 7% CPU and GPU improvements, plus gaming features like Game Super Resolution and Adaptive Performance Engine 3.0.
- The chip supports ultra-wide 144Hz displays, up to 200MP cameras, 4K video at 30fps, and HDR10/HDR10+.
- It will first appear in the Redmi Note 15 Pro+ launching in China on August 21.
Qualcomm has introduced the latest addition to its 7-series chipset lineup, the Snapdragon 7s Gen 4. Building on last year’s Snapdragon 7s Gen 3, the new chip brings incremental performance improvements along with enhanced gaming capabilities.
Qualcomm has not confirmed the first device to feature the chipset. However, the Redmi Note 15 Pro series is set to launch in China on August 21 and it has been officially confirmed that the Note 15 Pro+ will be powered by the Snapdragon 7s Gen 4.
Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 – Key Specifications and Performance
The Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 continues with the 1+3+4 Kryo CPU configuration built on a 4nm process. The Prime Cortex-A720 core now clocks at 2.7GHz, an upgrade from the 2.5GHz on its predecessor. The three Cortex-A720 cores at 2.4GHz and four Cortex-A520 cores at 1.8GHz remain unchanged.
Qualcomm claims a 7% improvement in CPU performance. The updated Adreno GPU is also rated for a 7% boost, with gaming-focused features like Snapdragon Game Super Resolution and Adaptive Performance Engine 3.0 providing sharper visuals and smoother performance management.
Display support has been expanded to cover ultra-wide panels with resolutions up to 2,900 x 1,300 at 144Hz refresh rate, making it suitable for gaming smartphones and handheld devices. The chipset also supports camera setups up to 200 megapixels and 4K video recording at 30fps, with HDR10 and HDR10+ formats.
On the AI front, the improved Hexagon NPU now supports models such as Llama 1B and Qwen 1B, enabling real-time translation and other advanced AI-driven functions. Connectivity features include sub-6GHz 5G, Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.4, and aptX Lossless audio. For memory and storage, the platform supports LPDDR5 RAM and UFS 3.1 storage.
Highlights of Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 (SM7635)
- 1 x Kryo Prime CPUs (Cortex A720-based) at up to 2.7GHz, 3 x Kryo Performance CPUs (Cortex A720-based) at up to 2.4GHz, 4x Kryo Efficiency CPUs (Cortex A520-based) at up to 1.8GHz
- TSMC 4nm process technology
- Built-in Qualcomm Snapdragon 5G modem-RF system, 5G mmWave and sub-6 GHz
- 5G download speeds of up to 2.9Gpbs
- Qualcomm Adreno GPU, OpenGL ES 3.2, OpenCL 2.0 FP, Vulkan 1.3
- Hardware-accelerated H.265 and VP9 decoder; HDR Playback Codec support for HLG, HDR10+, HDR10, and HDR vivid
- Qualcomm Aqstic audio codec, New Qualcomm Aqstic smart speaker amplifier, Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise (THD+N), Playback: -108dB, Qualcomm Audio and Voice Communication Suite
- Up to 21 MP triple camera, Up to 32+21 MP dual camera, Up to 64 MP single camera with ZSL, Up to 200MP Photo Capture, Qualcomm Spectra Image Sensor Processor (Triple 12-bit ISPs)
- On-Device Display Support: WFHD+ (1300×2900 pixels) @ 144 Hz, Maximum External Display Support: Up to 4K @ 60 Hz, 10-bit color depth, HDR10 and HDR10+
- 4K 30 FPS HDR Video Capture + 64 MP Photo Capture, 10-bit HEIF: HEIC photo capture, HEVC video capture, Video Capture Formats: HDR10+, HDR10, HLG, 4K HDR Video Capture @ 30 FPS, Slow-mo video capture at 1080p 120 FPS
- Qualcomm Hexagon NPU: Fused AI Accelerator, Hexagon Tensor Accelerator, Hexagon Vector eXtensions, Hexagon Scalar Accelerator, Support for mix precision (INT4, INT8, and INT16), Qualcom Sensing Hub, Dedicated NPUs for audio and sensors
- LPDDR5 3200MHz memory, LPDDR4x 2133 MHz, up to 16 GB
- Wi-Fi 6E, 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6) Multi-gigabit, Integrated 802.11ax, 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz and 6GHz, Bluetooth 5.4, LE Audio, LE Audio, Snapdragon Sound Technology Suite, with support for Qualcomm aptX Voice, aptX Lossless, aptX Adaptive, NFC
- GPS, Glonass, BeiDou, Galileo, QZSS, NavIC capable, Triple Frequency GNSS (L1/L5/L2), Sensor-Assisted Positioning: Urban pedestrian navigation with sidewalk accuracy, Global freeway lane-level vehicle navigation
- USB-C 3.1 Gen 2, UFS 3.1
- Qualcomm Quick Charge 4+ technology
FAQs
Q1. What are the key performance upgrades in the Snapdragon 7s Gen 4?
Answer. The Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 offers a 7% boost in CPU and GPU performance over its predecessor. It features a Prime Cortex-A720 core clocked at 2.7GHz and includes gaming enhancements like Snapdragon Game Super Resolution and Adaptive Performance Engine 3.0 for smoother visuals and better resource management.
Q2. What display and camera features does the Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 support?
Answer. It supports ultra-wide displays with resolutions up to 2,900 × 1,300 at 144Hz refresh rate, making it ideal for gaming devices. Camera capabilities include support for up to 200MP sensors and 4K video recording at 30fps with HDR10 and HDR10+ formats.
Q3. Which device will debut the Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 chipset?
Answer. The Redmi Note 15 Pro+ is officially confirmed to be the first smartphone powered by the Snapdragon 7s Gen 4, launching in China on August 21.
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