In July, a report from The Information claimed that Google's Tensor G4 processor will be based on an Exynos chip, like previous generation Tensor chips. The Tensor G4 is expected to power the Pixel 9 series that will be released in 2024. Various rumors suggest that this Samsung chipset will be the Exynos 2400, which will arrive with the Galaxy S24 early next year. Thanks to Android Authority, we now have more information about Google's upcoming chip.
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According to the report, the codename of the Tensor G4 is "Zuma Pro" and the processor is currently running on a development board codenamed Ripcurrent Pro. Reportedly, the chipset is being designed by Samsung's System LSI arm LSI and will offer a slight upgrade in terms of performance over the nine-core Tensor G3 (based on the unreleased Exynos 2300). For example, the code name of the Tensor G3 is "Zuma" and the code name of its development board is "Ripcurrent".
Google will go full customization with the Tensor chip design in 2025
The Tensor G5 processor, which is expected to power the Pixel 10, reportedly features a "fully customized" design. This means it won't be based on an Exynos chipset. Google also plans to have the Tensor G5 manufactured by TSMC rather than Samsung Foundry. This means that by 2025, Samsung's System LSI and Samsung Foundry could have one less customer.
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On a side note, Google is scheduled to release the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro smartphones with Tensor G3 on October 4, 2023. These phones will have a better design and improved cameras. The Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro will feature larger ISOCELL GN2 main camera sensors. The Pixel 8 Pro also uses a 64MP super-sized camera, while the Pixel 8 will use a 12MP super-sized camera. The Pixel 8 Pro will reportedly feature a 48MP telephoto camera with 5x optical zoom.
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source of information:sammobile.com
