The Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 and Snapdragon 768G 5G are Qualcomm mobile processors designed for affordable and premium mid-range 5G smartphones respectively. They differ in manufacturing process, CPU architecture, graphics capability, memory support, multimedia features, and connectivity technologies, influencing gaming performance, camera capabilities, multitasking efficiency, and overall smartphone responsiveness.
General
Snapdragon 768G 5G focuses on premium mid-range smartphones with stronger graphics performance, while Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 targets newer budget smartphones with improved efficiency, LPDDR5 memory support, and modern storage technologies.
| Specification | Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 | Snapdragon 768G 5G |
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| Brand | Qualcomm | Qualcomm |
| Model | Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 | Snapdragon 768G 5G |
| Launch date | 26 June 2023 | 10 May 2020 |
| Target segment | Budget smartphones | Premium mid-range smartphones |
| Network | 5G | 5G |
| Process node | 4nm | 7nm |
| Foundry | Samsung | Samsung |
| CPU cores | 8 | 8 |
| 64-bit support | Yes | Yes |
| AI Engine | Qualcomm AI Engine | 5th Gen Qualcomm AI Engine |
CPU
Snapdragon 768G 5G uses Kryo 475 CPU cores derived from Cortex-A76 architecture with a maximum frequency of 2.8GHz for demanding applications. Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 adopts newer Cortex-A78 performance cores on a 4nm process, helping reduce power consumption while maintaining responsive performance during multitasking, web browsing, navigation, and social media.
| Specification | Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 | Snapdragon 768G 5G |
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| CPU architecture | 2x Cortex-A78 + 6x Cortex-A55 | Kryo 475 (1x Prime + 1x Gold + 6x Silver) |
| Performance cores | 2x Cortex-A78@2.2GHz | 1x Kryo 475 Prime@2.8GHz + 1x Kryo 475 Gold@2.4GHz |
| Efficiency cores | 6x Cortex-A55@2.0GHz | 6x Kryo 475 Silver@1.8GHz |
| Total cores | 8 | 8 |
| Maximum clock speed | 2.2GHz | 2.8GHz |
| Instruction set | ARMv8-A | ARMv8-A |
| 64-bit | Yes | Yes |
| Process node | 4nm | 7nm |
Graphics
The Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 and Snapdragon 768G 5G include Qualcomm Adreno GPUs designed for different performance tiers. Snapdragon 768G 5G features the higher-end Adreno 620 GPU with Snapdragon Elite Gaming technologies for sustained graphics workloads in games such as BGMI, Asphalt 9, and Call of Duty Mobile. Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 uses the newer Adreno 613 GPU, delivering smooth everyday gaming, video playback, and efficient graphics processing for casual titles.
| Specification | Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 | Snapdragon 768G 5G |
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| GPU | Adreno 613 | Adreno 620 |
| GPU architecture | Adreno 600 series | Adreno 600 series |
| GPU frequency | Up to 955MHz | Up to 750MHz |
| Gaming capability | Casual to light gaming | Mid-range gaming with Snapdragon Elite Gaming |
| Maximum display support | FHD+@120Hz | QHD+@60Hz/FHD+@120Hz |
| Vulkan | Vulkan 1.1 | Vulkan 1.1 |
| OpenGL ES | 3.2 | 3.2 |
| OpenCL | 2.0 FP | 2.0 FP |
| Hardware video acceleration | Yes | Yes |
| AI-assisted graphics | Yes | Yes |
Memory
Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 introduces LPDDR5 memory support and UFS 3.1 storage compatibility, enabling faster application loading and improved multitasking. Snapdragon 768G 5G supports LPDDR4X memory, which remains suitable for productivity apps, media streaming, navigation, and gaming, although its peak memory bandwidth is lower than newer-generation platforms.
| Specification | Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 | Snapdragon 768G 5G |
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| Memory type | LPDDR4X, LPDDR5 | LPDDR4X |
| Maximum memory frequency | 3200MHz (LPDDR5-6400) | 2133MHz (LPDDR4X-4266) |
| Maximum memory speed | 6400Mbps | 4266Mbps |
| Memory bus width | 2 x 16-bit | 2 x 16-bit |
| Memory bandwidth | 25.6GB/s | 17.0GB/s |
| Maximum RAM | 16GB | 16GB |
| ECC support | No | No |
| Storage support | UFS 2.2, UFS 3.1 | UFS 3.1 |
| Everyday use | Faster app loading, smoother multitasking | Reliable multitasking and gaming |
Multimedia (ISP)
Both processors support advanced Qualcomm Spectra ISPs for AI-assisted photography and HDR imaging. Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 supports cameras up to 108MP, while Snapdragon 768G 5G supports image sensors up to 192MP and advanced image processing features suited for premium mid-range smartphones.
| Specification | Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 | Snapdragon 768G 5G |
|---|
| ISP | Qualcomm Spectra ISP | Qualcomm Spectra 355 ISP |
| Maximum camera resolution | 108MP | 192MP |
| Dual camera support | 16MP + 16MP | 22MP + 22MP |
| Video recording | 1080p@60fps | 4K@30fps |
| Video playback | 1080p | 4K HDR |
| Display resolution | FHD+ | QHD+ |
| Maximum refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz (FHD+) |
| HDR support | HDR10 | HDR10, HDR10+ |
| AV1 decoding | Yes | No |
| Audio technologies | Qualcomm Aqstic, aptX | Qualcomm Aqstic, aptX Adaptive |
Connectivity and network
Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 integrates the Snapdragon X61 modem supporting Release 16 capabilities, while Snapdragon 768G 5G integrates the Snapdragon X52 modem with mmWave and Sub-6GHz compatibility. Both processors support Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.2, dual-frequency GNSS positioning, and modern wireless communication suitable for streaming, gaming, and cloud applications.
| Specification | Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 | Snapdragon 768G 5G |
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| Integrated modem | Snapdragon X61 | Snapdragon X52 |
| 5G support | Yes | Yes |
| 5G mode | SA, NSA | SA, NSA |
| Maximum download speed | 2.5Gbps | 3.7Gbps |
| Maximum upload speed | 900Mbps | 1.6Gbps |
| 4G LTE download | 800Mbps | 1.2Gbps |
| 4G LTE upload | 210Mbps | 210Mbps |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
| Bluetooth | 5.1 | 5.2 |
| GNSS | GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, NavIC, BeiDou, QZSS | GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, NavIC, BeiDou, QZSS |
| USB | USB 3.1 | USB 3.1 |