A processor's real-world performance depends on its CPU, GPU, memory, multimedia engine, and connectivity system. These components affect tasks such as opening apps, playing games, capturing photos, streaming videos, and maintaining stable 5G connections during daily smartphone usage.
General
The Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 and Snapdragon 778G+ 5G are Qualcomm processors launched for different smartphone segments. The Snapdragon 778G+ 5G arrived in 2021 for upper-mid-range devices, while the Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 launched in 2023 for budget 5G smartphones with a newer 4nm process.
| Specification | Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 | Snapdragon 778G+ 5G |
|---|
| Brand | Qualcomm | Qualcomm |
| Model | Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 | Snapdragon 778G+ 5G |
| Announced | June 2023 | October 2021 |
| Target segment | Budget 5G smartphones | Upper-mid-range smartphones |
| Network support | 5G, 4G LTE | 5G, 4G LTE |
| Manufacturing process | 4nm | 6nm |
CPU
The Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 uses a Cortex-A78 and Cortex-A55 CPU layout focused on balanced daily performance, while the Snapdragon 778G+ 5G uses more Cortex-A78 performance cores at higher clock speeds for heavier workloads like gaming, video editing, and multitasking.
Graphics
The Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 integrates Adreno 613 graphics for HD and FHD gaming workloads, while the Snapdragon 778G+ 5G uses Adreno 642L graphics with higher graphics processing capability for demanding games and advanced visual effects.
| Specification | Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 | Snapdragon 778G+ 5G |
|---|
| GPU model | Adreno 613 | Adreno 642L |
| GPU generation | Adreno 6 Series | Adreno 600 Series |
| Gaming capability | Casual gaming, HD and FHD titles, up to 120fps supported displays | High-quality gaming, HDR gaming, higher graphics settings |
| Vulkan support | Vulkan 1.1 | Vulkan 1.1 |
| OpenGL ES | 3.2 | 3.2 |
| Video playback | HD and FHD streaming | 4K HDR video playback |
| AI graphics support | Supported through Qualcomm AI optimisations | Supported through Qualcomm AI Engine |
Memory
The Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 supports LPDDR5 and LPDDR4X memory configurations, while the Snapdragon 778G+ 5G supports LPDDR5 memory with higher maximum RAM capacity for multitasking, gaming, and content creation workloads.
| Specification | Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 | Snapdragon 778G+ 5G |
|---|
| Memory type | LPDDR5, LPDDR4X | LPDDR5, LPDDR4X |
| Maximum memory frequency | 6,400Mbps (LPDDR5), 4,266Mbps (LPDDR4X) | 3,200MHz (LPDDR5) |
| Memory bus width | 2 × 16-bit | 2 × 16-bit |
| Maximum memory bandwidth | 25.6GB/s | 25.6GB/s |
| Maximum RAM support | 8GB | 16GB |
| ECC memory support | No | No |
Multimedia (ISP)
The Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 uses Qualcomm Spectra ISP with support for up to 108MP camera sensors and FHD+ displays, while the Snapdragon 778G+ 5G uses Qualcomm Spectra 570L ISP with support for higher-resolution cameras, 4K video recording, and advanced image processing.
| Specification | Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 | Snapdragon 778G+ 5G |
|---|
| ISP | Qualcomm Spectra ISP | Qualcomm Spectra 570L ISP |
| Storage support | UFS 3.1, UFS 2.2 | UFS 3.1 |
| Maximum display resolution | FHD+ | FHD+ |
| Maximum refresh rate | Up to 120Hz | Up to 144Hz |
| Maximum camera resolution | 108MP (single camera) | Up to 192MP |
| Multi-camera support | Yes | Triple ISP support |
| Video recording | 1080p at 60fps | 4K at 30fps, 1080p at 240fps |
| Video playback | H.264, H.265, VP9 | H.264, H.265, VP9 |
| Audio codecs | Qualcomm Aqstic audio support | Qualcomm Aqstic audio support |
Connectivity and network
The Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 uses Snapdragon X61 5G modem with up to 2.5Gbps download speed, while the Snapdragon 778G+ 5G integrates Snapdragon X53 5G modem with higher peak download capability for faster network-intensive activities.
| Specification | Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 | Snapdragon 778G+ 5G |
|---|
| Cellular modem | Snapdragon X61 5G | Snapdragon X53 5G |
| Network support | 5G SA/NSA, 4G LTE | 5G SA/NSA, 4G LTE |
| Maximum download speed | 2.5Gbps | 3.7Gbps |
| Maximum upload speed | 900Mbps | 1.6Gbps |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Bluetooth | 5.1 | 5.2 |
| GNSS | GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou, NavIC, QZSS | GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo, QZSS |