Next-Gen GPU: The Pixel 10 series is rumored to feature Imagination Technologies’ DXT-48-1536 GPU, which supports scalable ray tracing and RISC-V firmware.
Enhanced Performance: It is expected to deliver 50% more compute power per SPU compared to the previous generation, with improved texture handling and a Fragment Shading Rate (FSR) for greater efficiency.
3nm Tensor G5: This chip is reportedly manufactured using TSMC’s 3nm process, offering superior performance and efficiency compared to the Samsung-produced Tensor G4.
Emerald Hill Coprocessor: The upgraded memory and audio processors are designed to enhance AI capabilities and multitasking performance.
Google Pixel 10 Series GPU: Ray Tracing, RISC-V, and 3nm Power
The Google Pixel 10 series, anticipated to replace the Pixel 9 lineup, is rumored to include an innovative GPU created by Imagination Technologies, a UK company.
Reports indicate that the Tensor G5 chipset will incorporate the DXT-48-1536 GPU, which is engineered to provide enhanced ray tracing, support for RISC-V firmware, and dual-rate texturing, all aimed at achieving superior graphical fidelity.
Imagination’s Ray Tracing & Efficiency Upgrades
As reported by Android Authority, screenshots of a modified blog post by postgraduate researcher Yang Yanling suggest that Google is partnering with Imagination Technologies.
The DXT-48-1536 GPU is said to feature a Ray Acceleration Cluster (RAC) for scalable ray tracing and Fragment Shading Rate (FSR) technology to decrease fragment processing while maintaining visual quality. Imagination asserts that there is a 50% improvement in compute and texture performance per Scalable Processing Unit (SPU), which is expected to enhance gaming and rendering experiences for Pixel 10 users.
Tensor G5: TSMC 3nm and Architectural Shifts
The Tensor G5 is said to be shifting from Samsung Foundry to TSMC’s 3nm process, which is expected to provide notable improvements in efficiency and performance.
In addition to the GPU enhancement, leaks point to revamped components such as the always-on compute (AoC) audio processor, the Emerald Hill memory coprocessor, and the EdgeTPU for accelerated AI performance. These updates are intended to establish the Pixel 10 as a strong competitor against Apple and Samsung.
If these details are correct, the Pixel 10 could signify Google’s transition towards dominance in in-house silicon. The decision to utilize TSMC’s 3nm technology and Imagination’s GPU technology aligns with industry trends that emphasize energy efficiency and immersive graphics.
However, Google has not yet verified this information, leaving some skepticism until the official launch.
