The Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 launch is yet to start, and we have already started stumbling across Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 rumors. Earlier, we reported that Qualcomm requested TSMC and Samsung for their 2nm chip samples, presumably for vetting purposes to see if one or both can be a fit for future cutting-edge chipset orders. Now, we have learned that while the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 and Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 may share the same CPU cluster, the latter is said to feature new ‘Pegasus’ CPU cores.
Qualcomm to retain the same ‘Slice’ GPU architecture for the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5; may stick with TSMC’s N3E process
The first tidbits surrounding the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5’s CPU cluster were shared by @For_Ataraxia, who states that where the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 will feature custom Phoenix cores, its successor should arrive with Pegasus cores, which, judging by the name change, will be better. However, both SoCs are said to retain the same ‘2 + 6’ CPU cluster, but Qualcomm will pursue an approach followed by MediaTek when it launched the Dimensity 9300.
The Snapdragon 8 Gen 4’s CPU configuration is said to comprise up of performance cores only, with an earlier rumor claiming that the SoC was tested with a 4.00GHz frequency. The clock speeds of the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 were not shared in any rumor, though it is likely that Qualcomm will only use performance cores for this chipset too. There is another claim stating that both custom silicon will sport the same Slice GPU architecture.
However, it is unconfirmed whether the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4’s Adreno 830 will be re-purposed for the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 or it will sport an entirely new graphics processor. One surprising aspect of this rumor is that the tipster mentions that the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 will take advantage of Samsung’s 2nm process, also known as SF2, but somehow, TSMC’s ‘N3E’ process will remain unchanged.
Since it is too early to dive deep into these claims, we have to wait for more updates to provide an impartial overview of a Qualcomm SoC that will be unveiled in 2025. For now, we will remain focused on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4, so check out our detailed rumor roundup of Qualcomm’s first 3nm SoC, and as always, we will provide updates on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 in due time.
News Source: @For_Ataraxia
About the author: Omar Sohail is a reporter and analyst for Wccftech's mobile section, specializing in the technology and business of the mobile industry. His expertise lies in the intricate hardware supply chain, covering developments in semiconductor manufacturing, chip lithography, and camera sensor technology.
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