A19 Pro Rumored to Match Apple’s M4 in Single-Core, But Multi-Core Could Fall Short

The upcoming A19 Pro chipset is generating significant buzz, with rumors swirling about its performance relative to Apple’s M4 lineup. While early speculations suggest the A19 Pro will hit similar single-core scores, it may not reach the same heights in multi-core performance, and some tipsters hint it could fall short of the competition in this area.

Here’s what we know so far.

Recent leaks suggest that the iPhone 17 series will be equipped with LTPO OLED panels, offering a high refresh rate across the board. This follows previous reports indicating that the base model iPhone 17 would feature a downgraded A18 chip, with only 8GB of RAM

. However, it seems Apple is making a notable leap with the A19 Pro, which is expected to be exclusive to the ‘Pro’ models. Performance benchmarks for the A19 Pro have been shared, showing impressive results in single-core performance that rival Apple’s M4 chip.

According to a post from tipster Digital Chat Station on Weibo, the A19 Pro is projected to score over 4,000 points in Geekbench 6’s single-core test and exceed 10,000 points in the multi-core test. This marks a 15% improvement over the A18 Pro, which means the A19 Pro will likely match the M4’s single-core performance. However, the A19 Pro’s multi-core performance may be a letdown, especially with competitors like Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 and MediaTek’s Dimensity 9500 also expected to achieve similar or higher scores, thanks to ARM’s new Scalable Matrix Extension (SME) instructions. This technology optimizes multi-threaded workloads, making it a strong contender in both single and multi-core tests.

The disappointing multi-core projections for the A19 Pro suggest that Apple is focusing on efficiency over raw power. Xiaomi’s XRING 01 has come close to the 10,000-point mark in multi-core tests, raising questions about the A19 Pro’s ability to keep up in this area. To compensate, the A19 Pro’s performance cores are likely clocked higher to achieve the impressive single-core scores, but Apple may be limiting its multi-core capabilities for better overall efficiency. This strategy may be aimed at ensuring the iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max deliver long-lasting battery life, which is crucial for users.

Additionally, the iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max are rumored to feature a vapor chamber cooler, helping to manage the A19 Pro’s thermals and maintain stable performance during prolonged use. While this cooling solution may help with sustained performance, it remains to be seen how well it can balance the chip’s overall power and efficiency. One thing’s for sure: the A19 Pro promises to be a formidable player in the smartphone market, and its gaming performance will be closely watched as we get closer to launch. Stay tuned for more updates as the launch date approaches!