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Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 Plus. Specifications, performance, tests

Overall score
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Released
Q1/2022
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1
Released
Q3/2020
Overall score
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Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 Plus
Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 Plus

Compare Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 VS Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 Plus. Which processor delivers superior performance?

In this detailed comparison, we evaluate the specifications and benchmarks of both processors to determine the best choice for your needs. We analyze their core counts, maximum frequencies, and power consumption.

Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 boasts a maximum frequency of 1.80 GHz GHz. 8 / 8 cores that enhance multitasking capabilities.Released in Q1/2022, it incorporates the latest technology for optimal efficiency.

Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 Plus features a maximum frequency of 3.10 GHz GHz. 8 / 8 cores designed for high-performance tasks.Its power consumption is 10 W W, providing a balance of power and efficiency.Launched in Q3/2020, it is built to handle demanding applications.

Differences

  • Place in the overall ranking

    (based on several benchmarks)

    448 left arrow score

Positions in all rankings

Common positions Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 CPU in popular benchmarks, for comparison with other models.

  • Geekbench 5, 64bit (Single-Core)
    345 place
  • Geekbench 5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
    637 place
  • iGPU - FP32 Performance (Single-precision GFLOPS)
    64 place
  • AnTuTu 9 Benchmark
    4 place
  • Place in the overall ranking

    (based on several benchmarks)

    528 left arrow score
  • Higher clock speed

    Around 42% better clock speed

    3.10 GHz left arrow 1.80 GHz

Positions in all rankings

Common positions Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 Plus CPU in popular benchmarks, for comparison with other models.

  • Geekbench 5, 64bit (Single-Core)
    623 place
  • Geekbench 5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
    713 place
  • iGPU - FP32 Performance (Single-precision GFLOPS)
    223 place
  • AnTuTu 8 benchmark
    12 place
  • AnTuTu 9 Benchmark
    9 place
  • Geekbench 6 (Multi-Core)
    207 place

Specifications

Technical data
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1
Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 Plus Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 Plus
CPU family and group

Comprehensive background on the processors being compared, detailing their series, generation, and targeted market segment.

  • Family
    Qualcomm Snapdragon left arrow Qualcomm Snapdragon
  • CPU group
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 left arrow Qualcomm Snapdragon 865/870
  • Segment
    Mobile left arrow Mobile
  • Generation
    1 left arrow 7
  • Predecessor
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 left arrow --
CPU Technical specs

Essential parameters including the number of cores, threads, base and turbo frequencies, and cache size. These metrics provide insight into the processor’s speed—higher values generally indicate better performance.

  • CPU Cores / Threads
    8 / 8 left arrow 8 / 8
  • Core architecture
    hybrid (Prime / big.LITTLE) left arrow hybrid (Prime / big.LITTLE)
  • A-Core
    1x Cortex-X2 left arrow 1x Kryo 585 Prime
  • B-Core
    3x Cortex-A710 left arrow 3x Kryo 585 Gold
  • C-Core
    4x Cortex-A510 left arrow 4x Kryo 585 Silver
  • Overclocking
    No left arrow No
IGPU

The integrated graphics (iGPU) do not influence the CPU performance significantly; they serve as a substitute for a dedicated graphics card in the absence of one or are utilized in mobile devices.

  • GPU name
    Qualcomm Adreno 730 left arrow Qualcomm Adreno 650
  • GPU frequency
    0.84 GHz left arrow 0.25 GHz
  • GPU (Turbo)
    No turbo left arrow 0.67 GHz
  • Execution units
    0 left arrow 2
  • Shader
    0 left arrow 512
  • Max. displays
    0 left arrow 1
  • Generation
    7 left arrow 6
  • Direct X
    12.1 left arrow 12.0
  • Technology
    4 nm left arrow 7 nm
  • Release date
    Q1/2022 left arrow Q4/2019
Hardware codec support

This section details the built-in codecs used for encoding and decoding media content, which significantly enhance processing speed and efficiency.

  • h265 / HEVC (8 bit)
    Decode / Encode left arrow Decode / Encode
  • h265 / HEVC (10 bit)
    Decode / Encode left arrow Decode / Encode
  • h264
    Decode / Encode left arrow Decode / Encode
  • VP8
    Decode / Encode left arrow Decode / Encode
  • VP9
    Decode / Encode left arrow Decode / Encode
  • AV1
    No left arrow No
  • AVC
    Decode left arrow Decode
  • VC-1
    Decode left arrow Decode
  • JPEG
    Decode / Encode left arrow Decode / Encode
Memory specs & PCI

Overview of the types and quantities of RAM supported by Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 Plus and Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. The supported memory frequencies may vary depending on the motherboard configuration.

  • Memory type
    LPDDR5-3200 left arrow LPDDR4X-4266LPDDR5-5500
  • Max. Memory
    16 GB left arrow 16 GB
  • Memory channels
    4 left arrow 4
  • ECC
    No left arrow No
  • AES-NI
    No left arrow No
Thermal Management

Analyze the TDP (Thermal Design Power) requirements of Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 and Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 Plus to make an informed decision on the appropriate cooling system. Remember that TDP refers to thermal watts, not electrical watts.

  • TDP (PL1)
    left arrow 10 W
Technologies and extensions

Information on architecture, interfaces, and additional instructions supported by Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 and Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 Plus, including virtual machine technologies and fabrication processes.

  • Instruction set (ISA)
    ARMv9-A64 (64 bit) left arrow ARMv8-A64 (64 bit)
  • L2-Cache
    2.00 MB left arrow 2.00 MB
  • L3-Cache
    4.00 MB left arrow 3.00 MB
  • Architecture
    Kryo left arrow Kryo 585
  • Technology
    4 nm left arrow 7 nm
  • Virtualization
    None left arrow None
  • Socket
    N/A left arrow N/A
  • Release date
    Q1/2022 left arrow Q3/2020
  • Part Number
    SM8450 left arrow SM8250-AB

Benchmarks

Performance tests CPUs

By analyzing the results from various benchmarks, you can gain a clearer understanding of the performance differences between Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 and Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 Plus.

Compare the synthetic benchmark scores and make an informed decision on the best processor for your needs!

Geekbench 5, 64bit (Single-Core)
Geekbench 5 SC is a popular cross-platform performance test for desktop or mobile processors that uses system memory intensively
1241
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1
917
Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 Plus
Geekbench 5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
Geekbench 5 MC is a popular cross-platform performance test for desktop or mobile processors that uses system memory intensively
3838
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1
3311
Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 Plus
iGPU - FP32 Performance (Single-precision GFLOPS)
The performance of the iGPU - the internal GPU in games
2236
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1
1418
Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 Plus

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