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Qualcomm Launches Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 with Major Performance and Connectivity Upgrades

The upper mid-range chipset debuts with a 27% CPU boost, 65% AI improvement, and first-time XPAN support, with Honor and Vivo set to lead adoption this month.

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Overview

  • The Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 delivers a 27% increase in CPU performance, 30% GPU improvement, and a 65% leap in AI capabilities compared to its predecessor.
  • It is the first Snapdragon 7-series chip to feature Qualcomm's XPAN technology, offering extended wireless audio connectivity previously exclusive to the flagship 8-series.
  • The platform supports on-device AI tasks, including large language models, enabled by expanded NPU memory and support for INT4, INT8, and INT16 operations.
  • Flexible hardware options allow OEMs to select from LPDDR4, LPDDR5, or LPDDR5X memory and UFS 2.0, 3.1, or 4.0 storage configurations.
  • Honor and Vivo are confirmed to launch the first smartphones powered by the Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 later this month, showcasing its capabilities in real-world devices.