Google Caps Pixel 8 Tensor Chip Frequencies for Better Battery Life Over Raw Performance
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Google released Pixel 8 source code, confirming Tensor G3 originally had higher peak frequencies per early leaks.
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Frequencies were capped to lower values, possibly for better battery efficiency over peak performance.
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Kamila speculates lowering frequencies could be to prevent higher use or due to hardware bugs.
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Tensor G3 seems more focused on power efficiency than raw performance based on benchmarks.
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Pixel 8 battery life is improved over previous models, gaining hours of extra runtime.
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