Google Caps Pixel 8 Tensor Chip Frequencies for Better Battery Life Over Raw Performance

Google released Pixel 8 source code, confirming Tensor G3 originally had higher peak frequencies per early leaks.

Frequencies were capped to lower values, possibly for better battery efficiency over peak performance.

Kamila speculates lowering frequencies could be to prevent higher use or due to hardware bugs.

Tensor G3 seems more focused on power efficiency than raw performance based on benchmarks.

Pixel 8 battery life is improved over previous models, gaining hours of extra runtime.