These processors target different performance levels. Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 focuses on efficiency and modern connectivity, while Snapdragon 732G delivers stronger graphics and processing power for gaming, multimedia, and multitasking workloads.
General
Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 and Snapdragon 732G are Qualcomm mid-range processors built for different smartphone needs. Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 focuses on modern 5G connectivity and efficiency, while Snapdragon 732G targets users looking for stronger gaming and multimedia performance in mid-range devices.
| Feature | Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 | Snapdragon 732G |
|---|
| Announced date | September 2022 | May 2020 |
| Class | Mid-range | Mid-range |
| Model number | SM4375 | SM7150-AC |
| Brand | Qualcomm | Qualcomm |
| Network support | 5G | 4G LTE |
| Architecture | 64-bit | 64-bit |
CPU
The CPU architecture determines app responsiveness and multitasking performance. Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 benefits from a newer 6nm process and Cortex-A78 performance cores, while Snapdragon 732G relies on Kryo 470 cores tuned for stable mid-range gaming and daily use.
| Feature | Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 | Snapdragon 732G |
|---|
| Architecture | Cortex-A78 + Cortex-A55 | Kryo 470 |
| Cores | 8-core | 8-core |
| Performance cores | 2 x Cortex-A78 @ 2.0GHz | 2 x Kryo 470 Gold @ 2.3GHz |
| Efficiency cores | 6 x Cortex-A55 @ 1.8GHz | 6 x Kryo 470 Silver @ 1.8GHz |
| Process | 6nm | 8nm |
| Instruction set | ARMv8-A | ARMv8-A |
| TDP | 8 W | 8 W |
Graphics
Graphics performance affects gaming, video rendering, and visual quality. Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 features the Adreno 619 GPU, while Snapdragon 732G uses the Adreno 618 GPU, which remains capable for popular mobile games and multimedia applications.
| Feature | Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 | Snapdragon 732G |
|---|
| GPU | Adreno 619 | Adreno 618 |
| Architecture | Adreno 600 Series | Adreno 600 Series |
| GPU frequency | Up to 950 MHz | Up to 825 MHz |
| Execution units | 6 | 6 |
| Shading units | 96 | 72 |
| FLOPS | 1.2 TFLOPS | 1.1 TFLOPS |
| Vulkan | 1.1 | 1.1 |
| OpenCL | 2.0 | 2.0 |
| DirectX | 12 | 12 |
Memory
Memory support influences multitasking and application handling. Both processors support LPDDR4X RAM and offer similar memory bandwidth, making them suitable for everyday productivity, social media usage, and entertainment tasks.
| Feature | Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 | Snapdragon 732G |
|---|
| Memory type | LPDDR4X | LPDDR4X |
| Memory frequency | 2133 MHz | 2133 MHz |
| Bus | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| Maximum bandwidth | 14.9 GB/s | 14.9 GB/s |
| Maximum RAM support | 8GB | 8GB |
Multimedia (ISP)
The ISP handles camera processing and multimedia capabilities. Snapdragon 732G supports higher camera resolutions, while Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 offers modern imaging features suitable for affordable 5G smartphones and daily photography needs.
| Feature | Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 | Snapdragon 732G |
|---|
| Storage type | UFS 2.2 | UFS 2.1 |
| Maximum display resolution | FHD+ @ 120Hz | QHD+ @ 60Hz |
| Maximum camera resolution | 108MP | 192MP |
| Video capture | 1080p @ 60fps | 4K @ 30fps |
| Video playback | 1080p | 4K @ 60fps |
| Video codecs | H.265, VP9 | H.265, VP9 |
| Audio codecs | AAC, MP3, WAV | AAC, MP3, WAV |
Connectivity and network
Connectivity features play a major role in future readiness. Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 supports 5G networks, Wi-Fi 5, and Bluetooth 5.2, while Snapdragon 732G remains limited to 4G connectivity but still offers reliable wireless performance.
| Feature | Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 | Snapdragon 732G |
|---|
| Modem | Snapdragon X51 5G | Snapdragon X15 LTE |
| 4G support | Yes | Yes |
| 5G support | Yes | No |
| Download speed | Up to 2.5 Gbps | Up to 800 Mbps |
| Upload speed | Up to 900 Mbps | Up to 150 Mbps |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.1 |
| Navigation | GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, Beidou, QZSS | GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, Beidou, QZSS |