Qualcomm QCM6490 vs Google Tensor G2

Comparisons 15-02-2023

Comprehensive testing data of Qualcomm QCM6490 vs Google Tensor G2, compare of graphics processors (GPU). A step-by-step analysis of all the specifications of the CPUs, so that it can be easier to understand, is summarized in the table. From the video comparison, you can get the results of parallel examination in software tests such as AnTuTu, Neocore, Quadrant, GFXBench, PassMark, Vellamo, PCMark, 3DMark, Geekbench, and how good the SoCs are in games Minecraft, PUBG, Asphalt 9, GTA, Call of Duty, Fortnite, Madout2 etc.
After looking at the data these tests and videos, you already be able to understand which SoCs is better to buy QCM6490 or Google Tensor G2.

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

QCM6490

43%

Google Tensor G2

64%

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

QCM6490

81%

Google Tensor G2

85%

Gaming performance
Which CPU is better for gaming

QCM6490

40%

Google Tensor G2

62%

Antutu v10, 9

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

	QCM6490	Google Tensor G2
Total score	598126	888986
CPU	167485	248916
GPU	227279	337807
MEM	95708	142228
UX	107652	160015

GeekBench 6, 5.2

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

	QCM6490	Google Tensor G2
Single-Core	929	1164
Multi-Core	3378	3194

Comparison of specifications

CPU and Memory

	QCM6490	Google Tensor G2
Frequency	2700 MHz	2850 MHz
Cores	8	8
Bit	64	64
Lithography	6 nm	4 nm
Transistors count	5200 millions
Core configuration	1x2.7 GHz Kryo 670 Gold Plus 3x2.4 GHz Kryo 670 Gold 4x1.9 GHz Kryo 670 Silver	2x2.85 GHz Cortex-X1 2x2.34 GHz Cortex-A76 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A55
Power consumption (TDP)	5 W	10 W
Memory type	LPDDR5	LPDDR5 (Quad Channel)
Max. Memory	16 Gb	16 Gb
Memory Frequency	4666	3200
Memory bandwidth	17	51.2
Neural Processor (NPU)	Yes	Yes
L1 cache	512 KB	1 MB
L2 cache	1 MB	2 MB
L3 cache	2 MB	8 MB
Instruction set architecture (ISA)	ARMv8.3-A	ARMv8.2-A

In this comparison block, you should pay attention to the differences in clock speed and the number of cores. Here Google Tensor G2 is 5% better than QCM6490 in terms of CPU frequency. Also keep in mind that high CPU frequency affects battery life through power consumption.

GPU and Media

GPU	Adreno 643L	Mali-G710 MP07
GPU Frequency	812 MHz	850 MHz
GFloPS	1573	1535.23
# of Cores		16
# of Shader Units	576
Display	2520 x 1080 pixels	4096 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	27.5	34.2
PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds (PUBG Mobile)	67.8	105.5
Garena Free Fire - The Cobra	92.6	63.4
Call of Duty: Mobile	51.2	58.9
Grand Theft Auto V (GTA 5 Mobile)	57.6	90.7
Minecraft: Pocket Edition	83.1	129.1
Real Racing 3	185.8	126.9
Sniper 3D	204.7	138.3
Need for Speed No Limits	147.1	88.3
Mortal Kombat X	148.8	91.1
CSR Racing 2	129.4	75.6

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	192 MP	240 MP
Dual Camera resolution	36 MP	48 MP
Image Signal Processor (ISP)	Qualcomm Spectra 570L	Hybrid Exynos + Google ISP
Video Encoding FPS	60	60
Video Encoding resolution	4K (Ultra HD), 2K, FullHD	8K, 4K (Ultra HD), 2K, FullHD
Codec support	HDR10+, HDR10, HLG, H.264 (AVC), H.265 (HEVC), VP8, VP9	Dolby Vision, H.264/AVC, H.265/HEVC, HDR10+, HLG, HDR10

Networks and Navigation

Modem	Modem QCM6490 5G	Exynos Modem 5123
Download speed	3700 MBit/s.	9750 MBit/s.
Upload speed	1600 MBit/s.	7500 MBit/s.
Navigation	GBeidou, GLONASS, QZSS, NavIC enabled, Galileo, GPS	Beidou, GLONASS, SBAS, Dual frequency GNSS, GNSS, Galileo, GPS, QZSS, NavIC enabled, NavIC
NFC support	Yes	Yes
5G support	Yes	Yes

Result:
The number of parameters for which Qualcomm QCM6490 is better: 14
The number of parameters for which Google Tensor G2 is better: 25
Please note that you do not need to sightlessly trust the software comparison on the table. You can watch video from beginning to end of parallel comparison and listen to what people think who really appreciated the capabilities of both CPUs, as well as read the test results at the links below.

QCM6490 SoC - all data

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

• QCM6490 specs and review.

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.