Google Tensor G5 Leak Reveals Major Changes and Upgrades

Exciting details about Google’s upcoming Tensor G5 processor, which will power the Pixel 10 series, were just revealed in the recent Google Tensor G5 Leak by Android Authority. The performance, efficiency, and camera quality of the upcoming Pixel phone generation could all be greatly enhanced by the multiple important modifications brought about by this new technology.

Built on TSMC’s 3nm Process

One of the biggest changes is that Google has chosen TSMC (Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company) to manufacture the Tensor G5, shifting away from Samsung, which handled the previous versions. The chip will be fabricated using TSMC’s 3nm-class process which is more advanced and efficient than Samsung’s 4nm process used in the Tensor G4.

The G5 can perform better while consuming less power thanks to its lower 3nm node. Many customers will value this since it should let the Pixel 10 series phones operate cooler and last longer between charges.

New ARM CPU Cores and a Big GPU Upgrade

Tensor G5 will feature Arm Cortex CPU cores, but the standout change is on the graphics side. Tensor G4’s Arm Mali-G715 MP7 GPU is being phased out by Google. Rather, G5 will make use of IMG DXT, GPU manufactured by Imagination Technologies.

Better graphics performance, more fluid gameplay & increased battery efficiency could all result from this upgraded GPU, providing Pixel 10 series advantage in activities requiring a lot of graphics.

A Fully Custom Image Signal Processor (ISP)

Another major upgrade comes in the camera department. For the first time since launching Tensor chips, Google is developing a fully custom Image Signal Processor (ISP) for the G5.

Prior Tensor chips used modified Samsung components and employed partially customized ISPs. Pixel 10’s camera performance might be significantly improved with a fully customized ISP, particularly in terms of image processing speed, low-light photography & overall picture quality. This is in line with Google’s goal of creating greatest Pixel phones for taking pictures.

Custom Memory and Power Management

Tensor G5 will also feature a custom memory controller, system-level cache and power modules. These changes are expected to improve memory handling, reduce power consumption and make phone more responsive during daily tasks. This is great news for users who multitask, stream, or game on their phones.

New Video Codec and Media Handling

Interestingly, Google is dropping its custom “BigWave” AV1 video codec and Samsung’s Multi-Format Codec (MFC). Instead, the G5 will rely on Chips&Media’s WAVE677DV. This new media engine supports a wide range of video formats, including AV1, VP9, HEVC, and H.264, for both encoding and decoding.

This update should improve the Pixel 10’s ability to stream, record, and play back high-quality videos—features that are crucial for content producers and avid media users.

Support for Third-Party Components

The Tensor G5 is also designed to work with several third-party components, including USB, PCIe, and I3C interfaces. It will also support third-party components for the display (DSI), DisplayPort, flash storage and LPDDR5x memory.

This improves Google’s ability to match the G5 with the newest parts, which might result in enhanced performance, faster storage, and a better display.

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What This Means for the Pixel 10 Series

According to leaked information, Google’s most ambitious processor to date is the Tensor G5. Pixel 10 series may provide quicker performance, longer battery life and increased camera capabilities because to the move to TSMC’s 3nm manufacturing, a new GPU, a completely customized ISP and better memory and media handling.

It means that the performance and camera quality of the next generation of Pixel 10 phones may significantly improve. Pixel 10 series may finally compete with other high-end smartphones that employ Apple’s A-series CPUs or Qualcomm’s Snapdragon if these sources are accurate.

We will have to wait for formal debut for the time being. However, it’s evident that Google is putting a lot of effort into making Pixel 10 a formidable rival in market for high-end smartphones. Watch this space for additional developments!