One important thing to note is the complete lack of any AI mentions. This makes it clear the chip is not designed for devices that need significant AI power. The Snapdragon 7s Gen 4, which is a step up from this one, does mention its AI features.
Qualcomm hasn't said which specific phones will use this new chip yet, but we can assume we'll start seeing it in new midrange devices very soon.
Gamers will love the Snapdragon Elite Gaming features that make AAA games and puzzles feel more immersive. With the Snapdragon Sound Technology Suite, the audio experience is incredible. Finally, capturing great memories is simple thanks to the Qualcomm Spectra Triple ISP, which lets you take photos and videos at the same time with fast processing.
Your phone will now keep pace with your longest days, thanks to extended battery life. And your own personal assistant is just a voice command away: the smart Qualcomm AI Engine and Qualcomm Sensing Hub learn your habits to offer seamless support. Want to draft an email or summarize a long article? New-in-series Gen AI support handles it for you!
The Snapdragon 6s Gen 4 is a new chip from Qualcomm designed for mid-range phones, and it brings a big performance jump over the older model.
Qualcomm's chip naming can be confusing; this 6s Gen 4 sits at the lower end of the mid-range. For comparison, the Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 offers more power, especially for AI-heavy tasks. This new chip is built using a 4nm process, which isn't the absolute newest technology, but it helps keep manufacturing costs down.
At its heart, the 6s Gen 4 uses a Kryo CPU that Qualcomm says is 36% faster than the previous generation. It also includes an Adreno GPU with a major performance boost of up to 59%.
We've put two 8-core processors head-to-head: the new Snapdragon 6s Gen 4 (with custom graphics) and the older 6s Gen 3 (with Adreno 619). Here, you'll find a clear breakdown of the pros and cons for each chip, their technical details, and full performance scores from tests like AnTuTu and Geekbench.
Qualcomm is prioritizing gaming performance with the integration of Variable Rate Shading (VRS) technology. This feature dynamically reduces the rendering resolution for peripheral or out-of-focus content, while maintaining full resolution up to the SoC’s maximum FHD+ rating for the primary focal area. The integrated GPU is capable of processing visuals at a high refresh rate of up to 144Hz.
The chipset incorporates a Qualcomm Spectra ISP supporting either a single 200MP sensor or a 32MP sensor with advanced noise reduction, capable of 30fps recording up to 2K resolution. For wireless connectivity, devices utilizing the Snapdragon 6s Gen 4 will support 5G Sub-6 and mmWave connections, in addition to Wi-Fi 6E capabilities.
