Renowned leaker Digital Chat Station has recently undertaken a series of gaming performance tests to compare the efficiency of the A18 Pro chip in the newly launched iPhone 16 Pro series against its main competitors, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 and Dimensity 9300+. These tests aimed to replicate findings suggesting the superior efficiency of Apple’s latest processor, revealing some interesting results.
The gaming performance tests focused on running Genshin Impact at around 60fps on devices equipped with each of the three chipsets. The results showed that the Apple A18 Pro utilized 4.05 watts (W) of power, while the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 and Dimensity 9300+ used 5.81W and 5.61W, respectively. These findings underscore Apple’s efficiency edge in handling demanding tasks like gaming.
Adding another layer of intrigue, thermal imaging studies accompanying the tests showcased the devices’ heat management. Interestingly, the iPhone 16 Pro remained the coolest among the three devices. What stood out even more was the visual aspect of the thermal images. While the camera modules of the devices running Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 and Dimensity 9300+ were blurred, the iPhone’s remained visible, indicating that the former two have yet to hit the market.
This observation provided some potential clues about upcoming devices. Both the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 and Dimensity 9300+ devices appeared to feature camera housings in the same corner. One of these camera modules bore a resemblance to the squircle style seen in the iQOO Z9 Turbo, hinting at the Turbo+ model. The other had a round module similar to those on the OnePlus 12 or Ace 3 Pro, indicating a possible sneak peek at the OnePlus Ace 5. This new device is speculated to debut with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 and may be globally rebranded as the OnePlus 13R.
Moreover, the display on this mysterious new device appeared to be as flat as the iPhone’s, suggesting a noteworthy design update for the rumored 13R set for a late 2024 release.
As we anticipate the official unveiling of these devices, it’s fascinating to see how competitive the smartphone landscape might become, especially with these impressive advancements in chip efficiency and design.
