A new Snapdragon 8 Gen series System-on-Chip (SoC) has surfaced, known as SM8635, prior to its expected official unveiling in September or October this year. This information comes from a reliable source, Digital Chat Station. The SM8635 is manufactured on TSMC’s 4nm node and is said to feature a powerful Cortex-X4 core with a clock speed of 2.9GHz. Additionally, it is equipped with the Adreno 735 GPU, which is designed to handle graphic-intensive tasks.
According to reports, the SM8635 has achieved an impressive AnTuTu benchmark score of approximately 1.7 million. While the exact marketing name for this SoC is still uncertain, it is speculated to position itself between the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 and Gen 3. Possible names being considered include Snapdragon 8s Gen 2 or Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 Lite.
Interestingly, there are suggestions of another Qualcomm chip, the SM7675, which is believed to be identical to the SM8635. This chip is potentially part of the Snapdragon 7 Gen series. As more details emerge, we can expect to gain a clearer understanding of how these chips will be positioned in the market.
The emergence of the SM8635 and the potential existence of the SM7675 indicate Qualcomm’s commitment to advancing its Snapdragon lineup. With their powerful performance and innovative features, these new SoCs are poised to enhance the capabilities of future mobile devices. Stay tuned for further updates as more information becomes available.
