Benchmark of Google Tensor chip loses even A12 Bionic on iPhone XS

Before Google officially announced the “cultivator” Tensor chip, there were rumors that the company was not focused on making this chip the fastest in the smartphone market. Instead, Tensor will focus on efficiency more than anything else, and according to this benchmark comparison, that rumor is true. Still, it’s a surprise to see a flagship chipset that doesn’t score as well as the A12 Bionic that Apple released three years ago.

The benchmark, provided by Twitter user 9lekt , shows the Geekbench 5 scores of Tensor and A12 Bionic. Sadly, Apple’s chipset from three years ago beat Tensor in both single-core and multi-core tests, and naturally, these numbers will confuse potential customers.

While these numbers are disappointing, keep in mind that benchmark results aren’t everything, and what you’re seeing doesn’t necessarily mean actual performance. We also have to consider how Google optimizes the chip.

Qualcomm chipsets are no stranger to overheating, as evidenced by the use of the Pixel 5a, which doesn’t even use Qualcomm’s flagship chipset. With Tensor, Google may have sacrificed the performance aspect of the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro, but with the added control over both hardware and software, it’s possible that the operating system will run significantly smoother. .

The disappointing single-core and multi-core scores can also be attributed to Tensor’s power-saving side, and it’s possible that Google intentionally wants the chip to run low to deliver the best battery life to owners. own Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro, along with upgrades in AI and machine learning to bring the best usability to users.

Reference: WCCFTech