Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 and Snapdragon 768G are Qualcomm 5G processors aimed at budget and gaming-focused mid-range smartphones respectively, pairing CPU, GPU, and camera hardware suited to each segment. Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 focuses on affordable 5G connectivity and efficiency, while Snapdragon 768G delivers stronger gaming performance, faster graphics processing, and better multimedia capabilities for demanding smartphone users.
General
The Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 is a newer chipset launched for budget 5G smartphones. Snapdragon 768G was introduced for premium mid-range devices and gaming-focused smartphones requiring higher performance levels.
| Specification | Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 | Snapdragon 768G |
|---|
| Brand | Qualcomm | Qualcomm |
| Model | SM4375 | SM7250-AC |
| Network support | 5G | 5G |
| Announced | September 2022 | May 2020 |
| Class | Entry-level | Upper mid-range |
| Architecture | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| Warranty | Manufacturer dependent | Manufacturer dependent |
CPU
CPU performance affects multitasking, app loading, and overall responsiveness. Snapdragon 768G offers higher clock speeds and stronger processing power, while Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 focuses on efficiency and everyday performance.
| Specification | Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 | Snapdragon 768G |
|---|
| CPU cores | 8-core | 8-core |
| Performance cores | 2x Cortex-A78 | 1x Kryo 475 Prime + 1x Kryo 475 Gold |
| Efficiency cores | 6x Cortex-A55 | 6x Kryo 475 Silver |
| Maximum frequency | Up to 2.0GHz | Up to 2.8GHz |
| Process node | 6nm | 7nm |
| Instruction set | ARMv8-A | ARMv8-A |
Graphics
Graphics performance plays a major role in gaming, video editing, and visual quality. Snapdragon 768G delivers a more powerful GPU experience, making it better suited for gaming and graphics-intensive tasks.
| Specification | Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 | Snapdragon 768G |
|---|
| GPU | Adreno 619 | Adreno 620 |
| GPU frequency | Up to 825MHz | Up to 750MHz |
| Graphics performance | Entry-level gaming | Advanced gaming |
| Vulkan support | Yes | Yes |
| OpenCL | Yes | Yes |
| DirectX | 12 | 12 |
Memory
Memory support impacts multitasking and app performance. Snapdragon 768G provides higher memory bandwidth, helping demanding applications run more smoothly compared to Snapdragon 4 Gen 1.
| Specification | Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 | Snapdragon 768G |
|---|
| Memory type | LPDDR4X | LPDDR4X |
| Memory frequency | 2133MHz | 2133MHz |
| Bus width | 2x16-bit | 2x16-bit |
| Max memory | 8GB | 12GB |
| Bandwidth | 17GB/s | 17GB/s |
Multimedia (ISP)
Multimedia capabilities determine camera quality and video processing performance. Snapdragon 768G supports higher camera resolutions and advanced imaging features, making it suitable for photography-focused smartphones.
| Specification | Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 | Snapdragon 768G |
|---|
| Storage type | UFS 2.2 | UFS 3.1 |
| Max camera | 108MP | 192MP |
| Video capture | 1080p | 4K |
| Video playback | Full HD | 4K |
| Display resolution | FHD+ | QHD+ |
| ISP | Qualcomm Spectra | Qualcomm Spectra |
Connectivity and network
Connectivity features affect network speeds and wireless performance. Both chipsets support 5G networks, but Snapdragon 768G offers faster download speeds and stronger wireless capabilities.
| Specification | Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 | Snapdragon 768G |
|---|
| 5G support | Yes | Yes |
| 4G support | Yes | Yes |
| Download speed | Up to 2.5Gbps | Up to 3.7Gbps |
| Upload speed | Up to 900Mbps | Up to 1.6Gbps |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.2 |
| Navigation | GPS, GLONASS, Galileo | GPS, GLONASS, Galileo |