Google Tensor G2 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G

Comparisons 07-10-2022

Comprehensive testing data of Google Tensor G2 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G, comparison of graphics processors (GPU). A thorough review of all the technical characteristics, to make it easier to read, is summarized in the table. From the comparison video, you can get the results of joint testing in software tests like Vellamo, 3DMark, PCMark, Geekbench, GFXBench, AnTuTu, PassMark, Quadrant, Neocore, even the gaming performance of CPUs in Minecraft, Asphalt 9, Fortnite, Call of Duty, Madout2, GTA, PUBG etc.
After looking at the data of parallel tests and videos, you already be able to understand which SoCs is better to buy Google Tensor G2 or Snapdragon 870 5G.

Summary benchmark results

As a percentage of the maximum value based on a sample from the entire base of all processors
CPU Benchmark
Based on Antutu and Geekbench score

Google Tensor G2

64%

Snapdragon 870 5G

50%

Battery life test
Power Consumption efficiency (how quickly the processor reduces the battery charge)

Google Tensor G2

85%

Snapdragon 870 5G

76%

Gaming performance
Which CPU is better for gaming

Google Tensor G2

62%

Snapdragon 870 5G

47%

Antutu v10, 9

Antutu benchmark separately tests the performance of the CPU, GPU, and memory speed

	Google Tensor G2	Snapdragon 870 5G
Total score	888986	703475
CPU	248916	196982
GPU	337807	267320
MEM	142228	112558
UX	160015	126630

GeekBench 6, 5.2

This benchmark shows Multi-threaded and Single-threaded processor performance

	Google Tensor G2	Snapdragon 870 5G
Single-Core	1164	1106
Multi-Core	3194	3869

Comparison of specifications

CPU and Memory

	Google Tensor G2	Snapdragon 870 5G
Frequency	2850 MHz	3200 MHz
Cores	8	8
Bit	64	64
Lithography	4 nm	7 nm
Transistors count
Core configuration	2x2.85 GHz Cortex-X1 2x2.34 GHz Cortex-A76 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A55	1x3.2 GHz Kryo 585 Prime 3x2.48 GHz Kryo 585 Gold 4x2.0 GHz Kryo 585 Silver
Power consumption (TDP)	10 W	10 W
Memory type	LPDDR5 (Quad Channel)	LPDDR5 (Quad Channel)
Max. Memory	16 Gb	16 Gb
Memory Frequency	3200	2750
Memory bandwidth	51.2	44
Neural Processor (NPU)	Yes	Yes
L1 cache	1 MB	512 KB
L2 cache	2 MB	1 MB
L3 cache	8 MB	4 MB
Instruction set architecture (ISA)	ARMv8.2-A	ARMv8.2-A

In this comparison block, you should pay attention to the differences in clock speed and the number of cores. Here Snapdragon 870 5G is 10% better than Google Tensor G2 in terms of CPU frequency. Also keep in mind that high CPU frequency affects battery life through power consumption.

GPU and Media

GPU	Mali-G710 MP07	Adreno 650
GPU Frequency	850 MHz	645 MHz
GFloPS	1535.23	1348
# of Cores	16
# of Shader Units		512
Display	4096 x 2160 pixels	3840 x 2160 pixels

The frequency of the GPU does not always directly indicate its performance. To fully evaluate all the capabilities of a graphics chip, you should take into account the number of Shader Units and Cores, as well as how many GFlops it has.

Gaming benchmark

Fortnite Mobile	34.2	26.4
PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds (PUBG Mobile)	105.5	82.2
Garena Free Fire - The Cobra	63.4	50.3
Call of Duty: Mobile	58.9	46.3
Grand Theft Auto V (GTA 5 Mobile)	90.7	71.4
Minecraft: Pocket Edition	129.1	103.8
Real Racing 3	126.9	62.9
Sniper 3D	138.3	95.6
Need for Speed No Limits	88.3	90.5
Mortal Kombat X	91.1	65.4
CSR Racing 2	75.6	65.4

The numbers in this table indicate the maximum FPS that was received on the device with the corresponding processor. Depending on the configuration of the gadget and graphics quality settings (Ultra, Medium, Normal), the results may differ quite significantly. We recommend that you better study the results of the Antutu v10, 9 and GeekBench 6, 5.2 becnmarks.

Cameras

Camera resolution	240 MP	200 MP
Dual Camera resolution	48 MP	25 MP
Image Signal Processor (ISP)	Hybrid Exynos + Google ISP	Qualcomm Spectra 480
Video Encoding FPS	60	60
Video Encoding resolution	8K, 4K (Ultra HD), 2K, FullHD	8K, 4K (Ultra HD), 2K, FullHD
Codec support	Dolby Vision, H.264/AVC, H.265/HEVC, HDR10+, HLG, HDR10	H.264/AVC, H.265/HEVC, HDR10+, HLG, HDR10

Networks and Navigation

Modem	Exynos Modem 5123	Qualcomm Snapdragon X55 Modem-RF System 5G
Download speed	9750 MBit/s.	7500 MBit/s.
Upload speed	7500 MBit/s.	3000 MBit/s.
Navigation	Beidou, GLONASS, SBAS, Dual frequency GNSS, GNSS, Galileo, GPS, QZSS, NavIC enabled, NavIC	Beidou, GPS, Galileo, NavIC enabled, Dual frequency GNSS, QZSS, GNSS, SBAS, GLONASS
NFC support	Yes	Yes
5G support	Yes	Yes

Result:
The number of parameters for which Google Tensor G2 is better: 29
The number of parameters for which Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G is better: 5
Please note that you do not need to sightlessly trust the software comparison on the table. It is better to just watch the full video of joint testing and listen to what people say who really appreciated the capabilities of both CPUs, as well as read the test results at the links below.

Google Tensor G2 SoC - all data

• Devices lists
• Benchmarks
• PUBG mobile
• Fortnite Mobile
• Antutu v10
• 3DMark
• GeekBench 6, 5 mobile

• Google Tensor G2 specs and review.

Snapdragon 870 5G SoC - all data

• Devices lists
• Benchmarks
• PUBG mobile
• Fortnite Mobile
• GeekBench 6, 5 mobile
• Antutu v10
• 3DMark

• Snapdragon 870 5G specs and review.