Early performance benchmarks for Google‘s Tensor G4 chip, used in the new Pixel 9 series, raise concerns about its raw processing power compared to competitors.
Tech YouTuber Sahil Karoul recently shared benchmark scores from a retail Pixel 9. His results reveal a significant performance gap between the Tensor G4 and its main competitor, the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3.
In AnTuTu v10, the Pixel 9 scored just 927,945 points. This score is well below the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, which typically exceeds 2 million points. That means, the Tensor G4’s performance is over 50% lower in raw processing power.
The trend continues in Geekbench 6, where the Pixel 9’s Tensor G4 scored 1556 in single-core and 3706 in multi-core tests. In contrast, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 averages around 2226 and 6917 in these tests (data from NoteBookCheck.)
These results suggest that the Tensor G4 may struggle to match the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3’s raw CPU and GPU performance.
Karoul also shared a screenshot of a CPU stress test showing that, after 15 minutes, the Tensor G4 throttled down to 59% of its peak performance. As a result, Pixel 9 might have difficulty handling demanding or prolonged tasks.
Google has not officially disclosed the Tensor G4’s specifications. However, Geekbench results suggest it might feature one high-performance core at 3.1 GHz, three cores at 2.6 GHz, and four efficiency cores at 1.95 GHz.
While these early benchmarks may raise concerns about the processor’s raw power or sustained performance, it’s crucial to remember that raw processing power isn’t the whole story. Rather Google is emphasizing the Tensor G4’s focus on AI and machine learning capabilities.
However, for users prioritizing raw performance, these early results suggest that the Pixel 9 may fall short compared to competitors using the latest chips like Snapdragon 8 Gen 3. We’ll need to wait for additional testing and real-world evaluations to fully understand how the Tensor G4 affects the Pixel 9’s overall user experience.
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