Core Specifications
Core Count and Architecture
Snapdragon 8s Gen 3
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- Cores: 8
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- Architecture: 1x Cortex-X4 (3.0 GHz), 4x Cortex-A720 (2.8 GHz), 3x Cortex-A520 (2.0 GHz)
Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
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- Cores: 8
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- Architecture: 1x Cortex-X3 (3.2 GHz), 2x Cortex-A715 (2.8 GHz), 2x Cortex-A710 (2.8 GHz), 3x Cortex-A510 (2.0 GHz)
Note: Both processors have an octa-core setup, but the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2’s prime core runs slightly faster.
Processor Speed
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- Snapdragon 8s Gen 3: 3.0 GHz (Cortex-X4)
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- Snapdragon 8 Gen 2: 3.2 GHz (Cortex-X3)
RAM and Storage Support
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- Both Processors: Support LPDDR5X RAM up to 4200 MHz and UFS 4.0 storage, with a maximum RAM capacity of 24 GB.
Graphics and Video Support
GPU Performance
Snapdragon 8s Gen 3
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- GPU: Adreno 735
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- GPU Frequency: 1100 MHz
Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
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- GPU: Adreno 740
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- GPU Frequency: 680 MHz
Advantage: The Adreno 740 in the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 has more shading units and superior performance metrics, making it ideal for high-end gaming and graphics tasks.
Video Capture Capabilities
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- Snapdragon 8s Gen 3: Supports up to 200 MP photo capture and 4K HDR video at 60 FPS.
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- Snapdragon 8 Gen 2: Supports up to 108 MP photo capture with similar 4K HDR video capabilities.
Network and Connectivity
Network Speed
Snapdragon 8s Gen 3
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- Modem: Snapdragon X70 5G
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- Peak Download Speed: 6.5 Gbps
Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
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- Modem: Snapdragon X70 5G
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- Peak Download Speed: 10 Gbps
Note: The Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 offers higher peak download speeds, which enhances performance for data-intensive applications.
Benchmark Scores
AnTuTu Benchmark Score
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- Snapdragon 8s Gen 3: Around 1,000,000 (varies by device)
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- Snapdragon 8 Gen 2: Approximately 1,200,000
Geekbench Scores
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- Snapdragon 8s Gen 3: Single-core ~1,800, Multi-core ~5,500
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- Snapdragon 8 Gen 2: Single-core ~1,900, Multi-core ~5,600
Advantage: The Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 slightly outperforms the 8s Gen 3 in both single-core and multi-core benchmarks.
Summary
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- Snapdragon 8s Gen 3: Ideal for users prioritizing efficiency and thermal management, thanks to its newer architecture.
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- Snapdragon 8 Gen 2: Best for those who need raw performance, especially in gaming and graphics-intensive tasks.
Choose the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for high-performance needs and the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 for better battery life and thermal efficiency.
