A few weeks before the launch of the Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro (October 6), more details about the new Tensor G2 processor are also emerging. What is known now shows that efficiency is particularly important to Google, but not optimal performance.
The field base of cores has remained almost unchanged to date. In the Tensor G2, Google therefore relies on a combination of processor cores that already exist in the first-generation Tensor, which we know from the Pixel 6 series. This is not really surprising.
We know Google’s past with Pixel phone cameras. After all, long-standing consistency has ensured that Google phones with relatively old camera hardware still deliver the best photos.
However, the new Tensor G2 is built at 4 nm and clocks a few processor cores slightly higher. A small plus in performance can still be expected, but it is hardly worth mentioning. Colleagues estimate about 10 percent.
of New manufacturing processes Above all should have a positive effect on thermal conditions. Works with more power will therefore be able to perform more efficiently and last longer at higher power.
A clear innovation, however, is the GPU used. Google depends on one New graphics unit, which has high performance, requires low power and offers high speed for machine learning Camera and games should benefit.
A new Linux kernel can also bring small improvements. Google has also boosted AI performance, a new image signal processor customized by Google is expected, and last but not least, a new modem.
The bottom line is that Google has been reasonably building its platform since last year and making necessary improvements. You don’t want to brag about brand new hardware like others.
Details known so far about the Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro:
- 6.3 (90 Hz) and 6.7 inch (120 Hz) OLED displays
- Google Tensor G2 processor, probably 4 nm
- Modem with 5G from Samsung
- 128/256 GB storage for both models
- New design for camera bar, technology almost unchanged
- 4K selfies and Pro front camera on Pixel 7
- New sensor for the Pixel 7 Pro’s zoom camera
- Only the Pixel Pro includes UWB, Bluetooth LE audio
- Hall sensor for magnetic detection in foldable case
- the color
Pixel 7: Obsidian, Snow, Lemongrass
Pixel 7 Pro: Obsidian, Snow, Hazel - Android 13 ab is working
- Market launch in autumn 2022
- Rumor: Ultra model with brand new camera possible