Qualcomm has officially unveiled the Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (SM7750), its latest 7-series mobile platform, designed to bring flagship-level performance to the mid-range smartphone segment. It succeeds the Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 and offers significant improvements in CPU, GPU, AI, camera, and connectivity technologies.
The Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 is built on TSMC’s 4nm process and features a 1+3+4 CPU core configuration: one Kryo Prime core (Cortex-A720) at 2.8GHz, three Kryo Performance cores (Cortex-A720) at 2.4GHz, and four Kryo Efficiency cores (Cortex-A520) at 1.84GHz. Qualcomm claims 27% faster CPU performance, 30% faster GPU rendering with the new Adreno GPU, and 65% improvement in AI performance thanks to the upgraded Hexagon NPU. These gains enable on-device large language model (LLM) execution and real-time image generation using models like Stable Diffusion, a first for the Snapdragon 7-series.
The chip also supports LPDDR5x RAM (up to 4,200MHz) and UFS 4.0/3.1/2 storage.
The chipset comes with Snapdragon Elite Gaming features for smoother and more responsive gameplay. Gamers can expect better visuals and stability even in demanding titles.
The Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 supports on-device displays with resolutions up to WQHD+ at a smooth 144Hz refresh rate, and external displays up to 4K at 60Hz. It also offers comprehensive HDR support, including HDR10, HDR10+, and HDR Vivid, for vibrant and lifelike visuals across all screens.
For imaging, the 7 Gen 4 uses a Triple 12-bit Qualcomm Spectra ISP, with support for up to 200MP photo capture, 4K60 video capture with real-time super resolution, Hardware-level image stabilization, AI-powered autofocus, white balance, and auto exposure. These enhancements aim to deliver richer, more vibrant photos and videos across various lighting conditions.
The Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 brings premium connectivity features, including Sub-6 GHz 5G with download speeds up to 4.2 Gbps, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0 with support for LE Audio, aptX Lossless, and aptX Adaptive. It also includes Qualcomm XPAN technology, which extends seamless audio coverage from your phone to your earbuds across an entire building. The chipset supports Snapdragon Sound and Qualcomm Aqstic Hi-Fi DAC for crystal-clear, distortion-free audio.
Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 Specifications
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| CPU | 1x Cortex-A720 @ 2.8GHz (Prime) 3x Cortex-A720 @ 2.4GHz (Performance) 4x Cortex-A520 @ 1.84GHz (Efficiency) |
| Process | TSMC 4nm |
| GPU | Qualcomm Adreno GPU Supports OpenGL ES 3.2, OpenCL 2.0 FP, Vulkan 1.3 |
| AI Engine | Qualcomm Hexagon NPU 65% improved AI performance Supports Stable Diffusion & LLMs |
| Camera ISP | Qualcomm Spectra Triple 12-bit ISP Up to 200MP photo capture Up to 4K60 HDR video, 64MP photo capture |
| Video Support | H.265, VP9, HDR10+, HDR10, HLG, HDR Vivid, 10-bit HEIF |
| Display Support | On-device: WQHD+ @ 144Hz External: 4K @ 60Hz 10-bit color, HDR10/10+ |
| Memory | Up to 16GB LPDDR5x @ 4200MHz |
| Storage | UFS 3.1 |
| 5G Modem | Snapdragon Modem-RF System Sub-6 GHz 5G Download speeds up to 4.2 Gbps |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7, dual-band support |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 6.0, LE Audio, aptX Voice/Lossless/Adaptive |
| Audio | Snapdragon Sound, Aqstic Hi-Fi DAC, THD+N Playback -108dB |
| Location | Triple-frequency GNSS (L1/L5/L2), GPS, Glonass, Galileo, BeiDou, NavIC |
| USB | USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 |
| Charging | Qualcomm Quick Charge 5 |
| Other Features | Qualcomm XPAN, Snapdragon Elite Gaming, Sensing Hub, NFC |
With the Snapdragon 7 Gen 4, Qualcomm is closing the performance gap between its 7-series and flagship 8-series chips. Smartphones powered by this chip will likely deliver powerful performance, AI smarts, and a premium multimedia experience.
Qualcomm has confirmed that the Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 will power upcoming devices from HONOR and vivo, with launch models expected later this month. Specifically, the HONOR 400 series and vivo S30 series will feature this chipset in China. There are also rumors pointing to the OnePlus Nord CE5 as one of the first global models to use it.
