Although Pixel devices are among the most intelligent smartphones on the market, they are not the most power efficient. However, this problem may be solved with the upcoming switch to TSMC for the production of the Tensor G5 chip in the Pixel 10 series.
Leaked documents reveal that Google has partnered with TSMC and has made progress in the development of the Tensor G5. This chip will take advantage of TSMC's 3nm process, which is expected to improve both performance and power efficiency. Furthermore, the Tensor G5 is the first smartphone chip designed independently of Google.
Previous Tensor chips were customized by Samsung, but the Tensor G5 will be based on Google's own architecture design. This is expected to improve performance and give Google more control over its chips.
The higher power consumption and occasional overheating that Pixel devices are sometimes known for can be attributed to the manufacturing processes that Tensor chips are based on. By switching to TSMC's 3nm process, Google can therefore address and possibly solve these problems.
The report also suggests that with the development of the Tensor G5, Google will be able to offer an even more impressive AI experience on Pixel devices. This could be a decisive step forward for Google's smartphone line.