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Highlights The Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 has been officially introduced in China. It is built on a 4nm process and delivers 31% faster CPU performance, 49% better GPU performance and 44% improved AI capabilities. The chipset includes hardware-accelerated Ray Tracing, Snapdragon Game Resolution 2.0 for 4K upscaling, support for up to 320MP photos, 8K HDR video and Wi-Fi 7. Caption - Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 officially introduced. (Image credit - Qualcomm) Qualcomm has officially launched the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 chipset at a special event in China. This new processor is the successor to the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, which was introduced in May 2024. It brings significant improvements in CPU speed, GPU performance, AI capabilities and connectivity. Smartphones powered by this chipset are expected to arrive soon. Here’s what we know about the latest flagship chipset. Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 - Key Features and Performance Upgrades Caption - Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 key features. (Image credit - Qualcomm) The Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 is built on a 4nm process, the same as the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, which powers flagship phones like the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra and OnePlus 12. However, Qualcomm’s top-tier Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset uses a more advanced 3nm process, making it more powerful than the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4. The Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 is designed for high-end smartphones, but it sits just below Qualcomm's most premium offering, which is used in devices like the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and Xiaomi 15 Ultra. The new chip is based on a "1+3+2+2" CPU architecture, with its prime core clocking up to 3.2GHz and performance cores running at 3.0GHz. According to Qualcomm, it delivers: 31% faster CPU performance 49% better GPU performance 44% improved AI performance compared to the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 - Advanced Gaming and AI Features The Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 is packed with gaming enhancements, thanks to Snapdragon Elite Gaming features, including - Hardware-accelerated Ray Tracing for more realistic lighting and shadows in games Snapdragon Adaptive Performance Engine, which ensures smooth gaming during long sessions Snapdragon Game Resolution 2.0, which upscales lower-resolution games to 4K quality Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 - Full Specifications Caption - Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 specifications. (Image credit - Qualcomm) Processing Power CPU: Qualcomm Kryo, with a maximum 3.2GHz clock speed GPU: Qualcomm Adreno, supporting Ray Tracing, HDR gaming, HDR10, HDR10+ and Dolby Vision Display Support WQHD+ resolution with a 144Hz refresh rate 4K external display support at 60Hz Connectivity Wi-Fi 7 for ultra-fast wireless internet Bluetooth 6.0 and Bluetooth Low Energy GPS and NaVIC for precise location tracking Snapdragon 5G Modem-RF System with download speeds of up to 4.2Gbps Camera Capabilities Supports photos up to 320MP Handles 36MP triple-camera recording at 30fps 8K HDR video playback at 60fps Memory and Storage LPDDR5x RAM running at 4800MHz UFS 4.0 storage for faster app and file loading Battery and Charging Supports Qualcomm Quick Charge 5.0 for faster battery charging Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 - Availability As of now, Qualcomm hasn’t announced when the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 will appear in smartphones, but devices featuring the chipset are expected to launch soon. FAQs Q1. What are the key performance improvements in the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4? Answer. The chipset offers 31% faster CPU performance, 49% better GPU performance, and 44% enhanced AI capabilities compared to the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3. Q2. What gaming features does the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 support? Answer. It includes hardware-accelerated Ray Tracing, Snapdragon Adaptive Performance Engine for smooth gaming sessions, and Snapdragon Game Resolution 2.0 to upscale games to 4K quality. Q3. What are the camera capabilities of the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4? Answer. The chipset supports up to 320MP photos, triple-camera recording at 36MP (30fps), and 8K HDR video playback at 60fps. Q4. What connectivity features does the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 offer? Answer. It includes Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0, Snapdragon 5G Modem-RF System with download speeds up to 4.2Gbps, and precise location tracking via GPS and NaVIC. Q5. When will smartphones with the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 be available? Answer. Qualcomm hasn’t specified a release date, but devices powered by this chipset are expected to launch soon. Also Read: Qualcomm Confirms April 2 Event, Expected to Launch Snapdragon 8s Elite & 8s Gen 4 Also Read: Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 Unveil, POCO F6

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