The Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 and Snapdragon 730G are Qualcomm mobile processors designed for different smartphone segments. Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 brings a newer CPU architecture, improved power efficiency, and integrated 5G connectivity for budget smartphones, while Snapdragon 730G focuses on stronger CPU and GPU performance for premium mid-range devices. Comparing their specifications helps highlight differences in processing power, graphics, memory, multimedia features, and connectivity.
General
Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 is designed for affordable 5G smartphones, offering modern connectivity and efficient performance. Snapdragon 730G targets premium mid-range smartphones with higher clock speeds, Snapdragon Elite Gaming features, and enhanced multimedia capabilities.
| Specification | Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 | Snapdragon 730G |
|---|
| Brand | Qualcomm | Qualcomm |
| Model | Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 | Snapdragon 730G |
| Launch date | September 2022 | April 2019 |
| Target segment | Budget 5G smartphones | Premium mid-range smartphones |
| Network support | 5G, 4G LTE | 4G LTE |
| Manufacturing process | 6nm | 8nm |
CPU
CPU architecture determines application responsiveness, multitasking performance, and overall efficiency. Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 combines Cortex-A78 performance cores with Cortex-A55 efficiency cores, while Snapdragon 730G uses Kryo 470 cores based on Cortex-A76 and Cortex-A55 architectures, delivering higher clock speeds for gaming and demanding applications.
| Specification | Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 | Snapdragon 730G |
|---|
| CPU architecture | Cortex-A78 + Cortex-A55 | Kryo 470 (Cortex-A76 + Cortex-A55) |
| CPU cores | 8-core | 8-core |
| Performance cores | 2 × Cortex-A78 @ up to 2.0GHz | 2 × Kryo 470 Gold @ up to 2.2GHz |
| Efficiency cores | 6 × Cortex-A55 | 6 × Kryo 470 Silver @ up to 1.8GHz |
| Maximum clock speed | Up to 2.0GHz | Up to 2.2GHz |
| Instruction set | ARMv8-A | ARMv8-A |
| 64-bit support | Yes | Yes |
Graphics
Graphics capabilities affect gaming, multimedia playback, and graphics-intensive applications. Snapdragon 730G features the Adreno 618 GPU with Snapdragon Elite Gaming optimisations, while Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 integrates the newer Adreno 619 GPU for smooth everyday graphics performance and casual gaming.
| Specification | Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 | Snapdragon 730G |
|---|
| GPU | Adreno 619 | Adreno 618 |
| Gaming capability | Casual gaming | Advanced casual and mid-range gaming |
| Vulkan support | Vulkan 1.1 | Vulkan 1.1 |
| OpenGL ES | 3.2 | 3.2 |
| GPU focus | Efficient everyday graphics | Gaming and multimedia |
| Hardware video acceleration | Yes | Yes |
Memory
Memory technology influences multitasking, application loading, and data transfer performance. Snapdragon 730G supports faster LPDDR4X memory, while Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 focuses on efficient memory handling for everyday smartphone usage.
| Specification | Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 | Snapdragon 730G |
|---|
| Memory type | LPDDR4X | LPDDR4X |
| Maximum memory frequency | 2,133MHz | 2,133MHz |
| Memory bus width | 2 × 16-bit | 2 × 16-bit |
| Maximum memory bandwidth | 17GB/s | 17GB/s |
| Maximum RAM support | Up to 8GB | Up to 8GB |
Multimedia (ISP)
The image signal processor determines camera capabilities, display support, and video recording performance. Snapdragon 730G supports higher camera resolutions and 4K video recording, while Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 provides modern imaging features with support for cameras up to 108MP and Full HD video capture.
| Specification | Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 | Snapdragon 730G |
|---|
| ISP | Qualcomm Spectra ISP | Qualcomm Spectra 350 ISP |
| Storage support | UFS 2.2, eMMC 5.1 | UFS 2.1, eMMC 5.1 |
| Maximum display resolution | FHD+ | QHD+ |
| Maximum camera resolution | Up to 108MP | Up to 192MP |
| Video capture | 1080p @ 60fps | 4K @ 30fps |
| Video playback | 1080p | 4K |
| Video codecs | H.264, H.265 (HEVC), VP9 | H.264, H.265 (HEVC), VP9 |
Connectivity and network
Connectivity features determine mobile network performance, wireless communication, and navigation capabilities. Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 integrates a 5G modem with improved wireless connectivity, while Snapdragon 730G offers fast 4G LTE speeds and reliable Wi-Fi 5 performance.
| Specification | Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 | Snapdragon 730G |
|---|
| Modem | Snapdragon X51 5G | Snapdragon X15 LTE |
| Network support | 5G SA/NSA, 4G LTE | 4G LTE |
| Maximum download speed | Up to 2.5Gbps | Up to 800Mbps |
| Maximum upload speed | Up to 900Mbps | Up to 150Mbps |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.0 |
| GNSS | GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou, NavIC, QZSS | GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou, NavIC |