What you need to know
- Another set of early Tensor G6 rumors claim that the chip may have an improved CPU architecture with a 1+4+2 core structure.
- The chip’s one ARM C1-Ultra core can run at 4.11 GHz, along with four C1-Pro cores and two additional C1-Pro cores at 2.65 GHz.
- Strangely, rumors say that the Tensor G6 might have a very old GPU, which might not make much of a difference between its gaming performance and that of the Tensor G5.
Rumors are leading us to the near future of Google’s Tensor G6 SoC, and these early impressions are interesting to say the least.
A post 9 to 5 Google highlighted the response to a user on Telegram about the company’s upcoming custom chip Tensor G6 by leaker MysticLeaks. The tipster refers to the alleged specifications of the chip, along with the codenames of the Pixel 11 series: Cubs, Grizzly and Kodiak in relation to the Pixel 11, 11 Pro and 11 Pro XL. MysticLeaks further suggests that the chip could have a 1+4+2 core architecture this year.
They claim that the Tensor G6 could have an ARM C1-Ultra core clocked at 4.11 GHz. This core will be further boosted by four ARM C1-Pro cores at 3.38 GHz and two additional (slower) C1-Pro cores at 2.65 GHz, the post says. We’ll get into the importance of those CPU cores in a bit, but what really caught our attention is MysticLeak’s speculation about the chip’s GPU.
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The Tensor G6 is likely to feature the PowerVR C-Series CXTP-48-1536 GPU. The publication’s sharp memory has erased this GPU from history, suggesting that Google could be deploying a graphics unit that is essentially five years old.
Where to go from here?
On a brighter note, what is claimed for the Tensor G6’s CPU setup is a decent boost. On top of what the Tensor G5 provides. Last year’s chip featured a 1 + 5 + 2 configuration consisting of one Arm Cortex-X4 core (3.78 GHz), five Arm Cortex-A725 cores (3.05 GHz) and two Arm Cortex-A520 cores (2.25 GHz). Looking at it this way, perhaps the performance of the Pixel 11 series takes a welcome step forward. It is also worth noting the earlier rumors about this chip It will be based on the 2nm processwhich will (ideally) increase its performance.
Among the things we have he was looking forward to it For the Pixel 11, its Tensor G6 was the main player. We were hoping that since Google is switching to TSMC and possibly looking at a 2nm process, it can bring the chip’s performance closer to Qualcomm, so the Pixel line can really go toe-to-toe with other flagships. On paper (and remember: it’s fast), the chip’s performance may improve; this GPU claim is a tough pill to swallow. It surprises us all constant GPU updates and tweaks Pixel 10 series from Google will continue again.
Android Central’s Take
I have to remind myself that these are rumors and it’s still early days. But I have to say, this GPU rumor is eye-catching. It was the Pixel 10 is brutally powerless when it comes to the game. I was hoping for more. I know others are hoping for more. Mobile gaming is a powerful market. Millions of people play games on their phones. Also, mobile games are constantly getting better graphics, improved systems and more to give your phone a boost. Right now, it looks like Google’s Pixels will be dropping the ball again in this regard.
