Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 SoC launched with 15% faster CPU, 45% better GPU, and AI features
Qualcomm has recently unveiled the Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 processor, the latest addition to its mid-range 7 series Mobile Platform, succeeding last year's Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 SoC. This iteration employs 4nm process technology and shares the same architecture as the 8 Gen 3 and the 8s Gen 3, albeit with distinct clock speeds.
The platform boasts support for a diverse array of AI models, encompassing large language models (LLMs) such as Baichuan-7B, Llama 2, and Gemini Nano, as highlighted by the company. Qualcomm touts a 15% enhancement in Qualcomm Kryo CPU performance, a 45% boost in Qualcomm Adreno GPU capabilities, and a 5% reduction in overall power consumption compared to the Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2. Notably, the GPU does not include hardware Ray Tracing capabilities.
Featuring the Snapdragon X63 modem, this platform facilitates 4K HDR video capture and incorporates an 18-bit triple ISP. It also inherits the Qualcomm FastConnect 7800 Mobile Connectivity System from the 8 Gen 3 and the 8s Gen 3, providing Wi-Fi 7 support with speeds of up to 5.8 Gbps and dual Bluetooth connectivity to ensure sustained immersion.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 (SM7675-AB) Specifications -
| CPU | 1 x Kryo Prime CPU (Arm Cortex-X4 based) at up to 2.8GHz, 4 x Kryo Performance CPUs (Arm Cortex-A720 based) at up to 2.6GHz, 3x Kryo Efficiency CPUs (Arm Cortex-A520 based) at up to 1.9GHz, ARMv9 architecture |
| Process | TSMC 4nm process Process Technology |
| RAM/Storage | Support for LP-DDR5x memory up to 4200 MHz, Memory Density: Up to 24 GB, USB Version 3.1 Gen 2; USB Type-C Support, UFS 4.0 |
| GPU | Concurrent GPS, Glonass, BeiDou, Galileo, QZSS, NavIC, Triple frequency GNSS (L1/L2C/L5), Sensor-Assisted Positioning 6.0 with global map aiding, urban pedestrian navigation with sidewalk accuracy, global freeway lane-level vehicle navigation |
| Sensors | GPS, Glonass, BeiDou, Galileo, QZSS, NavIC capable, Triple Frequency GNSS (L1/L5/L2), Sensor-Assisted Positioning: Urban pedestrian navigation with sidewalk accuracy, Global freeway lane-level vehicle navigation |
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| Display | 4K at 60 Hz / QHD+ at 120 Hz, Maximum External Display Support: up to 8K @ 30 Hz, Up to 1080 @ 240 Hz, Variable Refresh Rate support for 240 Hz to 1 Hz, 10-bit color depth, Rec. 2020 color gamut, HDR10, HDR10+, HDR vivid, and Dolby Vision |
| Qualcomm Artificial Intelligence (AI) Engine | Qualcomm Hexagon Processor, Fused AI Accelerator, Hexagon scalar, vector, and tensor accelerators, Hexagon Direct Link, Support for mix precision (INT8+INT16), Support for all precisions (INT4, INT8, INT16, FP16) |
| Video | Hardware-accelerated H.265, VP9, AV1 decoder, HDR Playback Codec support for HDR10+, HDR10, HLG, and Dolby Vision |
| Audio | Qualcomm Aqstic audio codec, New Qualcomm Aqstic smart speaker amplifier, Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise (THD+N), Playback: -108dB, Qualcomm Audio and Voice Communication Suite, Spatial Audio with Head Tracking; Bluetooth audio: Snapdragon Sound Technology with support for Qualcomm aptX Voice, aptX Lossless, aptX Adaptive, and LE audio, NFC |
| Network | Built-in Qualcomm Snapdragon X63 5G modem-RF system, 5G mmWave and sub-6 GHz, standalone (SA) and non-standalone (NSA) modes, FDD, TDD, Dynamic Spectrum Sharing, mmWave: 4 carriers, 2×2 MIMO, Sub-6 GHz: 4×4 MIMO, Qualcomm 5G PowerSave 2.0, Qualcomm Smart Transmit 2.0 technology, Qualcomm Wideband Envelope Tracking, Qualcomm AI-Enhanced Signal Boost, Global 5G multi-SIM, including 5G/4G DSDA |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 7 Peak speed: 5.8 Gbps, Wi-Fi 6E 802.11be, 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6) Multi-gigabit, Integrated 802.11ac 2×2 (2-stream) MU-MIMO, 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz and 6GHz, Bluetooth 5.4, LE Audio, Dual Bluetooth antennas |
| Charger | Qualcomm Quick Charge 5 technology |
Availability -
Qualcomm has officially announced that the Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 platform will be embraced by various global OEMs and brands, including OnePlus, realme, and SHARP. Commercial devices utilizing this platform are expected to be unveiled in the upcoming months.
The debut of this platform will commence with the OnePlus Ace 3V, scheduled for launch in China today. Additionally, realme has confirmed the release of the GT Neo 6 SE smartphone featuring the Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 chip.
Chris Patrick, Senior Vice President and General Manager of Mobile Handsets at Qualcomm Technologies, Inc., commented on the launch:
"Today marks the initiation of the latest expansion within the 7-series, aimed at delivering heightened entertainment experiences for consumers by integrating next-generation technologies. The Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 is equipped with support for remarkable on-device generative AI features, offering exceptional performance and power efficiency. Moreover, it introduces Wi-Fi 7 to the Snapdragon 7 Series for the first time."