The Snapdragon 4 Gen 4 has quietly become a popular chipset in the lower mid-range segment because of skyrocketing chip prices. Built using a 4nm process, the chipset delivers reliable performance, modern connectivity stack, and strong power efficiency.

On the other hand, the Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 is built using an older 6nm node, but it has its own set of capabilities that are better when compared to the Snapdragon 4 Gen 4.

So, which one delivers the better value overall? Let’s dive into benchmark numbers and crucial hardware differences to find out.

Snapdragon 4 Gen 4 vs 6s Gen 3: Spec sheet

Snapdragon 4 Gen 4 vs 6s Gen 3: Benchmark score

Note: The benchmark tests were carried out on the POCO M8 Power 5G (powered by the Snapdragon 4 Gen 4) and the POCO M7 Plus (powered by the Snapdragon 6s Gen 3).

Geekbench score (CPU)

The POCO M8 Power 5G, powered by the Snapdragon 4 Gen 4, has scored 958 in the single-core test on Geekbench. It’s just 2.5% higher than 958 single-core points scored by the Snapdragon 6s Gen 3-powered Poco M7 Plus 5G.

Multi-core results don’t have a significant gap either. The Snapdragon 4 Gen 4 has scored 2208 points, while the Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 is just behind with a total of 2208 points  —  a modest different of 5.75%.

AnTuTu score

On AnTuTu v11, the Snapdragon 4 Gen 4-powered POCO M8 Power 5G has scored a total of 619,402 points. The POCO M7 Plus 5G, driven by the Snapdragon 6s Gen 3, gets a higher score — 622,580, though the different is very thin.

Things become a lot clearer when you look at the breakdown of the AnTuTu score.

The CPU scores are still pretty close as we saw on Geekbench, but the GPU scores bring a significant difference. The Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 delivers 67% better GPU score. The Snapdragon 4 Gen 4 pulls ahead in the memory performance with an 18% higher score, while the UX score is just 1% higher.

Benchmarks performance show the two Snapdragon chips have nearly similar CPU performance but the Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 shines when it comes to GPU. That should also mean it will deliver better gaming performance.

Let’s now look at the other aspects of the chips, such as camera capability and connectivity, to get a better picture.

Snapdragon 4 Gen 4 vs 6s Gen 3: Differences that matter

The Snapdragon 4 Gen 4 is built using Samsung’s 4nm node, whereas the 6s Gen 3 uses an older TSMC’s 6nm node. This gives the Snapdragon 4 Gen 4 an edge in power efficiency.

The CPU configurations are exactly the same. However, the GPU differences bring a rather bigger impact. The Snapdragon 4 Gen 4 has an entry-level Adreno 613 GPU, while the Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 brings a more robust Adreno 619 GPU.

Even though the 4 Gen 4 is built using a newer process node and supports faster memory, its graphics capabilities are heavily stripped down. That’s why it scores much lower on the above benchmarks.

In terms of imaging performance, both chips have a 12-bit ISP but the Snapdragon 4 Gen 4 supports data streams from three cameras simultaneously, which is limited to two on the 6s Gen 3. The 4 Gen 4 chip also benefits from zero shutter lag at higher resolution.

Both Snapdragon 4 Gen 4 and Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 have integrated 5G modems with up to 2.5Gbps of peak download speed. One key difference here is that the 4 Gen 4 lacks mmWave support, which enables faster speed over very short distances. It brings Bluetooth 5.1 standard, while the 6s Gen 3 has a newer Bluetooth 5.2.

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The new Snapdragon 6s Gen 4 offers enhanced CPU and GPU performance, along with optimized power efficiency, for affordable and lower mid-range devices. The camera and connectivity have also received notable upgrades, making it a well-rounded upgrade over last year’s Snapdragon 6s Gen 3.

However, the real question is how solid the upgrades are. Is the new chip just another name for 6s Gen 3 with minor changes, or are there some real upgrades? Let’s dive deep into benchmark numbers and real-world differences to find out.

Snapdragon 6s Gen 4 vs 6s Gen 3: Benchmark scores

The Geekbench 6 scores for the Snapdragon 6s Gen 4 have been obtained from an alleged listing of the Moto G100s, which is said to have the same chipset. For the Snapdragon 6s Gen 3, we tested the Moto G85 to get the benchmark scores.

The Snapdragon 6s Gen 4 scored 1,018 single-core points, which is about 11% higher than the Snapdragon 6s Gen 3’s 923 points. The gap between multi-core scores is even wider, with the Gen 4 achieving a solid 35% boost (2,893 vs 2,140).

The Geekbench scores suggest higher responsiveness and faster processing on Snapdragon 6s Gen 4-powered devices than on 6s Gen 3 devices. The newer chip should also result in improved multitasking and higher performance in demanding tasks, where the software leverages multiple processor cores simultaneously.

Snapdragon 6s Gen 4 vs 6s Gen 3: Key differences that matter

The Snapdragon 6s Gen 4 is manufactured using Samsung’s 4nm process node, whereas the 6s Gen 3 utilizes TSMC’s 6nm process node. The former is more advanced and offers better performance and power efficiency.

CPU & GPU

The Snapdragon 6s Gen 4 features a 4+4 revised core configuration, which includes four Cortex-A78 performance cores and four Cortex-A55 efficiency cores. The Gen 3 features just two Cortex-A78 performance cores, but six Cortex-A55 efficiency cores. The newer chip also benefits from a higher peak CPU frequency of 2.4 GHz (vs. 2.3 GHz on the Gen 3).

Qualcomm claims 36% improved CPU and 59% faster GPU performance for the Snapdragon 6s Gen 4. The Adreno GPU brings support for HDR gaming, OpenGL ES 3.2, OpenCL 2.0 FP, and Vulkan 1.1. It also integrates some Snapdragon Elite Gaming features, including Variable Rate Shading (VRS) and Game Quick Touch, offering reduced touch latency and more efficient rendering.

Additionally, the Snapdragon 6s Gen 4 supports a 144Hz refresh rate, up from Gen 3’s 120Hz, to further improve the gaming experience on budget phones.

Camera & Imaging

The camera receives one of the biggest upgrades to the Snapdragon 6s Gen 4, now supporting up to 200MP single-camera resolution, up from 108MP on the Gen 3. It also supports dual 16MP sensors at 30fps with zero shutter lag.

The Gen 4 chip supports 2K HDR video recording at 30fps and 720 slow-mo video recording at 240fps. In contrast, the Gen 3 supports 1080p video recording at 60fps and 720p slow-mo video recording at 120fps.  

Connectivity

The newer Snapdragon chip features a newer 3GPP Release 16 5G standard, which delivers higher connection speeds and advanced new features. It supports download speeds of up to 2.9 Gbps over a 5G connection, which is higher than Gen 3’s 2.5 Gbps. Additionally, it incorporates enhanced performance technologies, including Qualcomm Smart Transmit 2.0, Qualcomm 5G PowerSave 2.0, and Qualcomm AI-Enhanced Signal Boost, to further improve 5G connectivity.

Wi-Fi connectivity also receives several notable upgrades, including support for Wi-Fi 6E on the Snapdragon 6s Gen 4. In contrast, the Gen 3 supports Wi-Fi 5. In other words, the newer chip can also use 6GHz to achieve higher speed and improved latency.

The Gen 4 also features a newer Bluetooth 5.4 standard, while the Gen 3 uses Bluetooth 5.2.

Snapdragon 6s Gen 4 vs 6s Gen 3: Spec sheet

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Qualcomm secretly unveiled the Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 5G chipset for mid-range devices. The chipset is built on a 6nm process node.

Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 specs and features

This is an octa-core chipset with a (2+6) core cluster that achieves a maximum clock speed of 2.3GHz. It equips undisclosed Qualcomm Kryo CPU cores. The Adreno GPU is also undisclosed, which supports H.264 (AVC), H.265 (HEVC), VP8, and VP9 playback. According to a benchmark listing, it could be the Adreno 619, the same GPU that powers the Snapdragon 695.

It supports FHD+ (1080 x 2520) display output at 120Hz.

Speaking of the camera system, smartphone makers can offer 108MP photo capture, a 32MP single camera, a 25MP + 13MP dual-camera system, or a 13MP triple camera system. This chipset supports 1080p video capture at 60 fps and 720p slow motion video capture at up to 120 fps. However, it depends on the smartphone maker how they will utilize the resource.

For image processing the chipset equips Qualcomm Spectra triple ISP (Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 offers the same).

The chipset supports Hi-fi audio, up to 384 kHz/32-bit, and an AI-based echo cantillation and noise cancellation.

For cellular connectivity, it equips the Snapdragon X51 5G Modem-RF System that offers 2.5Gbps maximum download speed. It supports mmWave, 5G NR, LTE support for CBRS, HSPA, sub-6 GHz, TDD, WCDMA, FDD, SA (standalone), NSA (non-standalone), TD-SCDMA, 5G mmWave, CDMA 1x, EV-DO, GSM/EDGE.

Speaking of WiFi and Bluetooth, you get WiFi 4, WiFi 5, and Bluetooth 5.2 support with Qualcomm FastConnect 6200 System. The chipset also supports Qualcomm’s proprietary TrueWireless technology for improved experience with compatible Bluetooth earphones and other devices.

Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 supports LPDDR4x memory (up to 2133 MHz) UFS 2.2 storage, and Quick Charge 4+ technology for fast charging.

A rebranded Snapdragon 695?

As Android Authority pointed out, this new chipset could be a rebranded version of the Snapdragon 695 5G.

The chipset comes with two part numbers – SM6375-AC and SM6370. According to the documentation, the latter one is not 5G capable. The company didn’t mention any other difference between the two parts. It means that the latter one (4G) also equips the same 5G Snapdragon X51 modem.

Citing this Android Authority speculated that the new Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 could be just a rebranded version of the Snapdragon 695 chipset, where the 4G version has the 5G modem disabled. For context, the Snapdragon 695 chipset was launched back in 2021.

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