Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 vs Google Tensor G3

The Qualcomm Snapdragon 888, introduced in late 2020, is a 5 nm processor with Kryo 680 architecture (8 cores, 1 MB L2, 8 MB L3 cache).

It offers 51 GB/s memory bandwidth and the Qualcomm Adreno 660 graphics unit. It was designed for 2021 generation premium smartphones. The Google Tensor G3, presented in late 2023, is a 4 nm processor with G3 architecture (9 cores).

It offers 27 GB/s memory bandwidth and the ARM Immortalis-G715 MP10 graphics unit. It is found exclusively in Google's current Pixel smartphones and is optimized for AI performance. In terms of single- and multi-core performance, the Google Tensor G3 significantly outperforms the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888, thanks to its newer architecture and more advanced manufacturing process.

Also in the gaming sector, the Google Tensor G3, with its more modern graphics unit, offers clearly superior performance compared to the Qualcomm Adreno 660, leading to smoother frame rates. The 4 nm process of the Google Tensor G3 indicates better energy efficiency than the 5 nm process of the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888.

Both are SoCs for mobile devices. The Snapdragon 888 can be found in older, now more affordable premium smartphones. The Tensor G3 is in current, higher-priced Pixel models, whose price-performance ratio must be evaluated in the context of the device. The Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 offers solid everyday and gaming performance in more affordable devices.

The Google Tensor G3 delivers significantly higher computing and graphics performance as well as improved energy efficiency and is ideal for users seeking the latest technology in current premium smartphones.