In terms of naming conventions, it seems that the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 has part code SM8650 and is codenamed either Lanai or Pineapple. "Lanai" especially makes sense, as Snapdragon chipsets have often shared a codename with either Hawaiian islands or events.
The best leak we've seen so far comes from renowned leaker Kamila Wojciechowska, who has been responsible for a number of high-profile leaks surrounding devices like the Google Pixel Fold. She suspects that the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 will come with a 1+2+3+2 core layout resembling something like the following:
2x Arm cores (codenamed Hayes), A5xx, "Silver" cores
3x Arm cores (codenamed Hunter), A7xx, "Gold" cores
2x Arm cores (codenamed Hunter) A7xx, "Titanium" cores
1x Arm core (codenamed Hunter ELP), Xx, "Gold+" core
As Wojciechowska has also reported, there is no 32-bit support, which lines up with the newly announced cores from Arm, which don't have a 32-bit execution mode. Armed with that information, it's possible that the core layout may be something like the following:
Speaking of ARM their stock just entered IPO status. Tomorrow will be day 1 at NY Stock exchange. If Nvidia stock is any example then ARM should do quite well. Up up and away!
Apple and Qualcomm make some of the best smartphone chips and their latest releases are no exception. Both companies have now launched their flagship SoCs that will power high-end smartphone experiences throughout most of 2024. But you may be wondering, which company has taken the performance crown this generation and by how much? Let’s find out in this Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 vs Apple A17 Pro comparison.
