Initial reports are surfacing about the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 chipset

Rumors regarding the successor to the upcoming Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, speculated to be called Snapdragon 8 Gen 4, are beginning to circulate. This next-gen chipset by Qualcomm is believed to make its debut in late 2024. According to renowned leaker Digital Chat Station, the chipset will be crafted using TSMC's innovative 3nm process node, setting the stage for an exciting new chapter in SoC production.

The report suggests the new Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 will be equipped with two Phoenix cores and six Phoenix M cores. The Phoenix cores are the latest ARM-based CPU cores by Nuvia. Having licensed its technology to Qualcomm, it's possible the cores may receive a new moniker under Qualcomm's brand.

Initial reports are surfacing about the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 chipset

One of the crucial details about the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 is that it's likely to be produced using TSMC's N3E process. This process represents the second evolution of TSMC’s 3nm node, promising improved yield rates, and consequently, lower production costs. The anticipated Apple A17 chip is also rumored to utilize TSMC's 3nm technology, albeit the first version known as N3.

As for Qualcomm's upcoming Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, it’s understood to feature the 4nm process and is expected to provide a considerable improvement in performance without compromising efficiency. The future Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 is also projected to make a significant leap in terms of performance.

As of now, it remains unclear which smartphone brands will be implementing the new chipset in their devices. Nonetheless, industry giants like Samsung, Oppo, and Xiaomi frequently employ Qualcomm's most recent chips in their flagship models, making them probable contenders.

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