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Google Tensor G2 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 4G

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The Google Tensor G2 is a processor for high-end devices based on the G2 architecture. It is manufactured in a 5-nanometer process by the manufacturer ARM, which enables efficient operation.

The architecture integrates eight cores designed for demanding applications. In benchmarks, the Google Tensor G2 shows significantly higher single-core performance and multi-core performance than the comparison model. This high computing power is supported by a level 2 cache of 8 MB and a level 3 cache of 4 MB, as well as a memory bandwidth of 53 GB/s.

In games, the ARM Mali-G710 MP7 graphics unit ensures smooth rendering and high detail levels. The thermal design is optimized for constant load, while the energy consumption corresponds to the high performance. It is recommended for users who need maximum computing power for complex tasks. The Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 4G is a processor for the mid-price segment and uses the Kryo 265 architecture.

Manufacturing is carried out in a 6-nanometer process by Qualcomm, which offers good energy efficiency for daily use. In synthetic comparisons, the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 4G lags significantly behind the Google Tensor G2 in single-core performance and multi-core performance.

With a memory bandwidth of 17 GB/s and the Qualcomm Adreno 610 graphics unit, the hardware is designed for less demanding applications. In games, this processor reaches its limits with complex titles but offers stable performance for casual users. The energy consumption is kept low, minimizing the thermal load.

The price-performance ratio is designed for affordability and basic functions for the mass market.

Google Tensor G2

  • Manufacturing in a 5-nanometer process
  • Memory bandwidth of 53 GB/s
  • ARM Mali-G710 MP7 graphics unit
  • Large level 2 and level 3 cache

Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 4G

  • Manufacturing in a 6-nanometer process
  • Kryo 265 architecture
  • Qualcomm Adreno 610 graphics unit
  • Optimized energy consumption

Performance Overview
Average performance across multiple benchmarks

Single-core performance
Rank 1 - 100 %
Google Tensor G2
Rank 2 - 38 %
Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 4G
Multi-core performance
Rank 1 - 100 %
Google Tensor G2
Rank 2 - 51 %
Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 4G
Geekbench 6 Single-Core

Geekbench 6 Single-Core
Single-core performance

Google Tensor G2
8C / 8T · 2.85 GHz
1,426
Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 4G
8C / 8T · 2.80 GHz
487
Geekbench 6 Multi-Core

Geekbench 6 Multi-Core
Multi-core performance

Google Tensor G2
8C / 8T · 2.85 GHz
3,342
Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 4G
8C / 8T · 2.80 GHz
1,502
Geekbench 5, 64bit Single-Core

Geekbench 5, 64bit Single-Core
Single-core performance

Google Tensor G2
8C / 8T · 2.85 GHz
1,068
Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 4G
8C / 8T · 2.80 GHz
445
Geekbench 5, 64bit Multi-Core

Geekbench 5, 64bit Multi-Core
Multi-core performance

Google Tensor G2
8C / 8T · 2.85 GHz
3,149
Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 4G
8C / 8T · 2.80 GHz
1,789
AnTuTu 9 Benchmark

AnTuTu 9 Benchmark
Multi-core performance

Google Tensor G2
8C / 8T · 2.85 GHz
789,419 pts
Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 4G
8C / 8T · 2.80 GHz
289,664 pts

More benchmarks

At a glance

Wischen
Google Tensor G2Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 4G
FamilyGoogle Tensor (5)Qualcomm Snapdragon (105)
CPU groupGoogle Tensor G2 (1)Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 (2)
ArchitectureG2Kryo 265
Technology5 nm6 nm
SegmentSmartphone / TabletSmartphone / Tablet
Socket
PredecessorGoogle TensorQualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G
Successor

CPU Cores and Base Frequency

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Google Tensor G2Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 4G
CPU Cores / Threads8 / 88 / 8
Hyperthreading / SMT
Core architecturehybrid (Prime / big.LITTLE)hybrid (big.LITTLE)
Core Cluster 1: 2x Cortex-X1
2.85 GHz
4x Kryo 265 Gold
2.80 GHz
Core Cluster 2: 2x Cortex-A78
2.35 GHz
4x Kryo 265 Silver
1.90 GHz
Core Cluster 3: 4x Cortex-A55
1.80 GHz
L2-Cache8.00 MB
L3-Cache4.00 MB
Overclocking

Integrated graphics (iGPU)

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Google Tensor G2Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 4G
GPU nameARM Mali-G710 MP7Qualcomm Adreno 610
GPU frequency0.90 GHz0.00 GHz
CUs / Shader7 / / 128
Raytracing
Max. displays10
Max. GPU Memory4 GB
Technology4 nm11 nm
Release dateQ2/2021Q2/2019

NPU AI performance

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Google Tensor G2Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 4G
AI hardwareGoogle Tensor AI
AI specificationsGoogle Edge TPU @ 4 TOPS
NPU + CPU + iGPU

Memory & PCIe

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Google Tensor G2Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 4G
MemoryLPDDR5-5500 (53.0 GB/s)
LPDDR4X-2133 (17.0 GB/s)
Max. Memory12 GB
Memory channels22
ECCNoNo
PCIe
PCIe Bandwidth

Thermal Management

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Google Tensor G2Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 4G
TDP10 W
TDP (PL2)
TDP up
TDP down
T. junction max.

Technical details

Wischen
Google Tensor G2Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 4G
Chip designChipletChiplet
AES-NI
Operating systemsAndroidAndroid
Instruction setArmv8-A (64 bit)Armv8-A (64 bit)
ISA extensions
Release dateQ4/2022Q1/2023
Release price
DocumentsTechnical data sheet

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Google Tensor G2
Google Tensor G2
8C / 8T · 2.85 GHz
Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 4G
Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 4G
8C / 8T · 2.80 GHz

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