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Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 Chipset Launched, Featuring Upgrades for Gaming and Generative AI

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Qualcomm has unveiled its latest mobile processor, the Snapdragon 6 Gen 4, bringing significant upgrades to the mid-range chipset category. Designed to power affordable smartphones, the Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 promises improved performance, advanced gaming features, and the addition of generative AI capabilities. This new platform marks a major milestone as the first in its series to support Snapdragon Game Super Resolution for enhanced gaming experiences, along with a range of other improvements, such as enhanced low-light photography and faster 5G connectivity. The chipset is positioned to meet the growing demands of mobile users while maintaining efficiency for budget-conscious devices.

The Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 is manufactured using Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company’s (TSMC) 4nm process technology, marking a shift from Qualcomm’s previous use of a 4nm node from Samsung. This transition to TSMC’s advanced process technology is expected to improve the overall performance and power efficiency of the chipset. By leveraging the latest fabrication methods, the Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 aims to deliver a more responsive and energy-efficient experience for users.

Under the hood, the Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 is powered by ARMv9-based CPU cores, with the Cortex-A720 serving as the prime core, clocked at 2.3GHz. Additionally, the chipset features three A720 performance cores, each clocked at 2.2GHz, and four Cortex-A520 efficiency cores running at 2.3GHz. These configurations ensure that the chipset can handle demanding tasks while maintaining power efficiency. For graphics, the Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 is equipped with the Adreno GPU, which is optimized for smooth gaming and media experiences. The platform also includes the Qualcomm Hexagon NPU, which is dedicated to AI processing and enables the use of generative AI applications on affordable smartphones.

The inclusion of Snapdragon Game Super Resolution (GSR) brings upscaled gaming visuals to a new level, enhancing the gaming experience on devices powered by the Snapdragon 6 Gen 4. The chipset also improves wireless audio sharing via Bluetooth, offering higher quality sound with less latency. Additionally, it offers faster 5G connectivity across more global networks, ensuring that users can take full advantage of next-generation mobile networks. With these upgrades, the Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 is set to provide an optimized mobile experience for both gaming enthusiasts and users who rely on AI-powered features.

Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge Appears on GeekBench Ahead of Official Launch

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Samsung is gearing up to expand its flagship lineup with the Galaxy S25 Edge, which was subtly teased during the company’s recent Galaxy Unpacked event. While Samsung has yet to officially disclose details about the device, a recent listing on GeekBench suggests that the smartphone is in the works. The Galaxy S25 Edge will join the Galaxy S25 series alongside the standard Galaxy S25, S25+, and S25 Ultra. One notable design feature of the Galaxy S25 Edge is its ultra-thin profile, making it slimmer than the rest of the models in the lineup.

A Samsung smartphone bearing the model number SM-S937B has appeared in the GeekBench database, and based on the listed specifications, it is likely the Galaxy S25 Edge. The device has posted impressive benchmark scores, achieving 2,806 in single-core performance and 8,416 in multi-core performance. The listing also reveals that the smartphone will come with 10.69GB of RAM, which will likely be marketed as 12GB. Additionally, the device is set to launch with Android 15 out of the box, ensuring users get the latest software experience.

Under the hood, the Galaxy S25 Edge is powered by a Qualcomm ARMv8 octa-core chipset, with its base CPU core clocked at 3.53GHz. The processor features two high-performance cores running at 4.47GHz and six efficiency cores clocked at 3.53GHz. These specifications align with the newly announced Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, which is expected to deliver optimized performance and efficiency. Reports indicate that Samsung may launch the Galaxy S25 Edge as early as April this year, positioning it as a sleek and powerful alternative within the S25 lineup.

Leaks and rumors also suggest that the Galaxy S25 Edge will feature an incredibly slim 6.4mm body, with the thickness around the camera bump reaching 8.3mm. Based on glimpses from the Galaxy Unpacked event, the smartphone is likely to feature a dual-camera setup on the rear. It is expected to house a 200-megapixel Samsung ISOCELL HP2 primary sensor, accompanied by a 12-megapixel ultrawide lens. However, the device may not include a dedicated telephoto camera, which could set it apart from its S25 series counterparts.

TikTok Allows US Android Users to Download App Through Its Website

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On Friday, TikTok announced it would enable U.S. Android users to download the app directly from its website using package kits. This move aims to bypass the ongoing restrictions on the platform in the U.S., where Apple and Google have not reinstated TikTok to their app stores.

Since January 19, a new U.S. law has required TikTok’s Chinese parent company, ByteDance, to either sell the app or face a potential ban due to national security concerns. Although President Donald Trump signed an executive order that delayed enforcement of the law by 75 days, discussions continue regarding the future of TikTok, which has around 170 million U.S. users.

Trump also signed an order to create a sovereign wealth fund, which could be used to potentially purchase TikTok. U.S. officials have raised concerns about the potential misuse of American data under ByteDance’s ownership.

While some lawmakers argue in favor of banning TikTok, citing security risks, free speech advocates have opposed such measures. TikTok counters that its content recommendation system and user data are stored in the U.S. on cloud servers operated by Oracle. The company also maintains that decisions regarding content moderation for American users are made in the U.S.