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Google Tensor vs Google Tensor G4

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The Google Tensor, internally known as G1, was introduced as Google's first specially developed mobile processor, primarily for Google's smartphone product line for deep software integration, especially in AI and machine learning.

It is manufactured using the 5 nm process and utilizes an ARM architecture with 8 MB L2 cache. Its internal graphics unit is the ARM Mali-G78 MP20. In Geekbench 6, it achieves solid single-core and multi-core performance. The maximum memory bandwidth is 53 GB/s. The Google Tensor G4, internally known as G4, is a newer generation of Google's mobile system-on-chips, developed for Google's latest smartphones, with a focus on improved AI processing and efficiency.

Manufactured using the more advanced 4 nm process, it is based on an ARM architecture. Its graphics unit is the more powerful ARM Immortalis-G715 MP10. The Google Tensor G4 surpasses the Google Tensor in Geekbench 6 in single-core and multi-core performance, with differences exceeding 10 percent in each case.

This indicates a noticeable increase in single-core and multi-core tasks. The maximum memory bandwidth is 51 GB/s. In gaming scenarios, the Google Tensor G4 offers significantly better performance than the Google Tensor due to its newer and more powerful GPU, enabling smoother frame rates and better graphics settings.

The more efficient 4 nm process of the Google Tensor G4 also leads to better energy efficiency and potentially lower heat generation compared to the 5 nm of the Google Tensor. Both processors are an integral part of Google's smartphones. The Google Tensor is found in older, more affordable models, while the Google Tensor G4 is used in the latest, high-end devices.

For users seeking maximum performance and efficiency, the Google Tensor G4 is the superior choice. The Google Tensor remains a solid and more cost-effective option for everyday applications.

Google Tensor

  • 5 nm manufacturing process
  • ARM Mali-G78 MP20 graphics unit
  • Solid performance for everyday tasks
  • 8 MB L2 cache

Google Tensor G4

  • 4 nm manufacturing process
  • ARM Immortalis-G715 MP10 graphics unit
  • Significantly higher single-core and multi-core performance
  • Improved energy efficiency

Performance Overview
Average performance across multiple benchmarks

Single-core performance
Rank 2 - 78 %
Google Tensor
Rank 1 - 100 %
Google Tensor G4
Multi-core performance
Rank 2 - 80 %
Google Tensor
Rank 1 - 100 %
Google Tensor G4
Geekbench 6 Single-Core

Geekbench 6 Single-Core
Single-core performance

Google Tensor
8C / 8T · 2.80 GHz
1,494
Google Tensor G4
8C / 8T · 3.10 GHz
1,927
Geekbench 6 Multi-Core

Geekbench 6 Multi-Core
Multi-core performance

Google Tensor
8C / 8T · 2.80 GHz
3,639
Google Tensor G4
8C / 8T · 3.10 GHz
4,550
iGPU - FP32 Performance (Single-precision GFLOPS)

iGPU - FP32 Performance (Single-precision GFLOPS)

Google Tensor
ARM Mali-G78 MP20
1,943
Google Tensor G4
ARM Immortalis-G715 MP10
1

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At a glance

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Google TensorGoogle Tensor G4
FamilyGoogle Tensor (5)Google Tensor (5)
CPU groupGoogle Tensor (1)Google Tensor G4 (1)
ArchitectureG1G4
Technology5 nm4 nm
SegmentSmartphone / TabletSmartphone / Tablet
Socket
PredecessorGoogle Tensor
SuccessorGoogle Tensor G2Google Tensor G5

CPU Cores and Base Frequency

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Google TensorGoogle Tensor G4
CPU Cores / Threads8 / 88 / 8
Hyperthreading / SMT
Core architecturehybrid (Prime / big.LITTLE)hybrid (Prime / big.LITTLE)
Core Cluster 1: 2x Cortex-X1
2.80 GHz
1x Cortex-X4
3.10 GHz
Core Cluster 2: 2x Cortex-A76
2.25 GHz
3x Cortex-A720
2.60 GHz
Core Cluster 3: 4x Cortex-A55
1.80 GHz
4x Cortex-A520
1.95 GHz
L2-Cache8.00 MB
L3-Cache
Overclocking

Integrated graphics (iGPU)

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Google TensorGoogle Tensor G4
GPU nameARM Mali-G78 MP20ARM Immortalis-G715 MP10
GPU frequency0.76 GHz0.89 GHz
CUs / Shader20 / 32010 /
Raytracing
Max. displays12
Max. GPU Memory
Technology5 nm4 nm
Release dateQ4/2021Q4/2022

NPU AI performance

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Google TensorGoogle Tensor G4
AI hardwareGoogle Tensor AIGoogle Tensor AI
AI specificationsGoogle Edge TPU @ 1.6 TOPSGoogle Edge TPU
NPU + CPU + iGPU

Memory & PCIe

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Google TensorGoogle Tensor G4
MemoryLPDDR5-5500 (53.0 GB/s)
LPDDR5-6400 (51.2 GB/s)
Max. Memory12 GB16 GB
Memory channels24
ECCNoNo
PCIe
PCIe Bandwidth

Thermal Management

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Google TensorGoogle Tensor G4
TDP10 W10 W
TDP (PL2)
TDP up
TDP down
T. junction max.

Technical details

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Google TensorGoogle Tensor G4
Chip designUnknownChiplet
AES-NI
Operating systemsAndroidAndroid
Instruction setArmv8-A (64 bit)Armv8.7-A (64 bit)
ISA extensions
Release dateQ4/2021Q4/2024
Release price
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Google Tensor
Google Tensor
8C / 8T · 2.80 GHz
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Google Tensor G4
8C / 8T · 3.10 GHz

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