Google Tensor vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G

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CPU comparison with benchmarks

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Google Tensor or Google Tensor – which processor offers superior performance? In this comparison, we examine disparities and assess which of these two CPUs outperforms the other. We delve into technical specifications and benchmark outcomes.
The Google Tensor features 8 processor cores and has the capability to manage 8 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q4/2021 and belongs to the 1 generation of the Google Tensor series.
The Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G features 8 processor cores and has the capability to manage 8 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q1/2022 and belongs to the 9 generation of the Qualcomm Snapdragon series.
Google Tensor Group Qualcomm Snapdragon 695
1 Generation 9
Mobile Segment Mobile
Google Tensor Name Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G
Google Tensor Family Qualcomm Snapdragon
 
 

CPU Cores and Base Frequency

The Google Tensor has 8 CPU cores and can calculate 8 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the A-Core is 1.8 GHz.
The number of CPU cores greatly affects the speed of the processor and is an important performance indicator.
The Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G has 8 CPU cores and can calculate 8 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the A-Core is 2.2 GHz.
Processors with hybrid (big.LITTLE) architecture strike a balance between performance and power efficiency, making them ideal for mobile devices.
4x Cortex-A55 Cores C None
8 Threads 8
None None 1.7 GHz
8 CPU Cores 8
hybrid (Prime / big.LITTLE) Core architecture hybrid (big.LITTLE)
2x Cortex-X1 Cores A 2x Kryo 660 Gold
No Hyperthreading No
1.8 GHz A-Core Frequency 2.2 GHz
2.8 GHz A-Core Frequency Turbo None
No Overclocking No
2x Cortex-A76 Cores B 6x Kryo 660 Silver
 
 

Internal Graphics

The Google Tensor has integrated graphics, called iGPU for short.
Specifically, the Google Tensor uses the ARM Mali-G78 MP20, which has 320 texture shaders
and 20 execution units.
The iGPU uses the system's main memory as graphics memory and sits on the processor's die.
The Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G has integrated graphics, called iGPU for short.
Specifically, the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G uses the Qualcomm Adreno 619, which has 128 texture shaders
320 Shaders 128
Q4/2021 Release date Q2/2020
5 nm Technology 8 nm
12 Direct X 12.1
0 bytes Max. GPU Memory 4.0 GB
-- Max. displays --
20 Execution units --
0.76 GHz GPU frequency 0.95 GHz
Vallhall 2 Generation 6
-- GPU (Turbo) --
ARM Mali-G78 MP20 GPU name Qualcomm Adreno 619
 
 

Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

Google Edge TPU @ 1.6 TOPS AI specifications --
Google Tensor AI AI hardware --
 
 

Hardware codec support

A photo or video codec that is accelerated in hardware can greatly accelerate the working speed of a processor and extend the battery life of notebooks or smartphones when playing videos.
Decode / Encode VP8 Decode
Decode / Encode VC-1 Decode
Decode / Encode JPEG Decode / Encode
Decode AV1 No
Decode / Encode h265 / HEVC (8 bit) Decode
Decode / Encode AVC Decode
Decode / Encode h264 Decode / Encode
Decode / Encode VP9 Decode
Decode / Encode h265 / HEVC (10 bit) Decode
 
 

Memory & PCIe

The processor supports a maximum memory capacity of 12.0 GB distributed across 2 memory channels. It offers a peak memory bandwidth of 53.0 GB/s. Both the type and quantity of memory can have a substantial impact on the overall system performance.
The processor supports a maximum memory capacity of 6.0 GB distributed across 2 memory channels. It offers a peak memory bandwidth of 17.0 GB/s. Both the type and quantity of memory can have a substantial impact on the overall system performance.
pci PCIe pci
No AES-NI No
LPDDR5-5500 Memory type LPDDR4X-2133
No ECC No
12.0 GB Max. Memory 6.0 GB
2 Memory channels 2
53.0 GB/s Bandwidth 17.0 GB/s
 
 

Thermal Management

The processor has a thermal design power (TDP) of 10 W watts.
TDP indicates the cooling solution needed to effectively manage the processor's heat. It generally provides an approximate indication of the actual power consumption of the CPU itself.
10 W TDP (PL1 / PBP) None
-- Tjunction max --
 
 

Technical details

The Google Tensor is manufactured using a 5 nm process.
A smaller manufacturing process indicates a more contemporary and energy-efficient CPU.
A substantial cache can significantly enhance the processor's performance, particularly in scenarios like gaming.
The Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G is manufactured using a 6 nm process.
Q4/2021 Release date Q1/2022
None Virtualization None
ISA extensions
5 nm Technology 6 nm
-- Chip design Chiplet
-- Release price 250 $
G1 Architecture Kryo 660
0 bytes L3-Cache 0 bytes
Android Operating systems Android
Technical data sheet Documents Technical data sheet
ARMv8-A64 (64 bit) Instruction set (ISA) ARMv8-A64 (64 bit)
-- Part Number SM6375
Socket
8.0 MB L2-Cache 0 bytes