Yesterday, Google began rolling out the newest feature for Pixel phones, adding a number of improvements focused on artificial intelligence and productivity. The new update also comes with an added bonus, which will be a main spice for the phone’s performance, especially when it comes to the GPU.
Despite benchmarks showing a marked improvement in compute and graphics functionality, the Pixel 8 has been criticized for the meager improvement in functionality. Heavy workloads, such as gaming, have mostly been criticized for their functionality on the most productive Android phones.
The newest feature also includes an updated kernel driver for the Arm Mali-G715 GPU in the Tensor G3. According to Android Police, this generated a positive reception early on, especially when betting on Genshin Impact.
The site quotes one user who claims that the game’s frame rate is superior, at 20 to 25 FPS, at over forty-five FPS without generating excessive heat. That’s a feat. YouTuber TechDroider also spotted an improvement after installing Android 14 QPR2 beta 1. 1, noting that Fortnite can run at a solid 60 FPS on its highest graphics settings.
The new controller could also improve the slow scrolling reported by some Pixel 8 users in the weeks following the phone’s launch, so it’s not just a plus for hardcore mobile gamers.
Android Police notes that all Tensor-powered pixels will also get new GPU drivers from Mali, which is a credit to owners of the Pixel 6 and Pixel 7 series. It’s unclear if the innovations are as pronounced as in the Pixel 8, but the update will still be there.
Of course, none of this will magically make the Tensor G3 compete better with the Apple A17 Pro or the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3. Still, no spirit of improvement, especially on a chip as underpowered as a Tensor chipset, can be a smart thing for Pixel owners. .
Tom is the Tom’s Guide’s UK Phones Editor, tackling the latest smartphone news and vocally expressing his opinions about upcoming features or changes. It’s long way from his days as editor of Gizmodo UK, when pretty much everything was on the table. He’s usually found trying to squeeze another giant Lego set onto the shelf, draining very large cups of coffee, or complaining about how terrible his Smart TV is.
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