Tensor G4 VS A19
We are comparing the Tensor G4 ( Google ) head-to-head with the A19 ( Apple ) . You’ll get the key pros and cons of each chipset, in-depth specs, and benchmarking scores.
Note: This comparison of Tensor G4 vs. A19 is based on Comparigon's analysis and is for informational purposes only.
Last Updated: June 10, 2026
KEY DIFFERENCES OF Tensor G4 AND A19
Here’s how Tensor G4 and A19 stack up against each other in their most impactful areas. Use these bullets to see at a glance which chipset excels where.
Reasons to consider the Tensor G4
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1.3× more CPU cores (8 vs 6)
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1.4× more GPU pipelines (7 vs 5)
Reasons to consider the A19
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43% higher AnTuTu V11 score (2132538 vs 1487240)
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83% higher Single-Core Geekbench score (3621 vs 1984)
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90% higher Multi-Core Geekbench score (9168 vs 4825)
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37% higher CPU frequency (4260 MHz vs 3100 MHz)
SPECIFICATION TABLE COMPARISON OF Tensor G4 AND A19
Below is the detailed specification table comparing Tensor G4 and A19.
Note: Highlighted specs mean that SoC wins that spec row.
If neither side is highlighted, it is a tie or there is not enough data for both specs.
| Specification | Tensor G4 | A19 |
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General Information
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| Name: | Tensor G4 | A19 |
| Brand: | Apple | |
| Class: | High-End | High-End |
| Release Date: | August 13, 2024 | September 9, 2025 |
| Foundry: | Samsung Foundry | TSMC |
| Instruction Set: | ARMv9.2-A | ARMv9.2-A |
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CPU
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| CPU Cores: | 8 | 6 |
| CPU Architecture: | 1x 3.1 GHz Cortex-X4, 3x 2.6 GHz Cortex-A720, 4x 1.92 GHz Cortex-A520 | 2x 4.26 GHz, 4x 2.60 GHz |
| CPU Frequency: | 3100 MHz | 4260 MHz |
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Graphics (GPU)
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| GPU Model: | Mali-G715 MP7 | Apple A19 GPU |
| Graphics Architecture: | Valhall 4th gen | Apple Bionic |
| GPU Frequency: | 940 MHz | 1620 MHz |
| GPU Pipelines: | 7 | 5 |
| Shading Units: | 128 | 128 |
| GPU FLOPS: | 1684.4 Gigaflops | 2073.6 Gigaflops |
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Memory Subsystem
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| Memory Type: | LPDDR5X | LPDDR5X |
| Max Memory Size: | 16 GB | 12 GB |
| Memory Frequency: | 4266 MHz | 4266 MHz |
| Memory Bandwidth: | 68.2 Gb/s | 68.2 Gb/s |
| Memory Bus Width: | 4x 16 Bit | 4x 16 Bit |
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Benchmark Scores
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GEEKBENCH
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| Single-Core (V6) | 1984 | 3621 |
| Multi-Core (V6) | 4825 | 9168 |
| GPU (V6) | 6549 | — |
| Asset Compression | 191.8 MB/sec | 304.8 MB/sec |
| HTML 5 Browser | 148.7 pages/sec | 208.2 pages/sec |
| PDF Renderer | 158.3 Mpixels/sec | 210.3 Mpixels/sec |
| Image Detection | 123.4 images/sec | 293 images/sec |
| HDR | 134.5 Mpixels/sec | 306.7 Mpixels/sec |
| Background Blur | 15.6 images/sec | 36.7 images/sec |
| Photo Processing | 46 images/sec | 96.8 images/sec |
| Ray Tracing | 4.8 Mpixels/sec | 9.64 Mpixels/sec |
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ANTUTU SCORE
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| Overall (AnTuTu V11) | 1487240 | 2132538 |
| CPU | 520180 | 592245 |
| GPU | 416466 | 782493 |
| MEM | 231906 | 191866 |
| UX | 318688 | 565934 |
| Overall (AnTuTu V10) | 1291119 | 2300150 |
| CPU | 387719 | 796193 |
| GPU | 456122 | 904328 |
| MEM | 207898 | 219323 |
| UX | 239380 | 380306 |
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Connectivity & I/O
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| Cellular Download Speed: | Up to 10000 Mbps | Up to 10000 Mbps |
| Wi-Fi Version: | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 7 |
| Bluetooth Version: | 5.3 | 6.0 |
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AI & Acceleration
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| Neural Processor: | Tensor | Neural Engine |
Tip: ▲ indicates a higher-is-better spec advantage, while ▼ indicates a lower-is-better advantage.
PERFORMANCE CHART COMPARISON OF Tensor G4 AND A19
The charts below visualize how Tensor G4 and A19 stack up in key performance metrics.
Radar Chart Comparison
Bullet Chart Comparison
Release Timeline of Tensor G4 and A19
Tensor G4 was released 1 year, 27 days earlier than A19.
Domain Score Summary
Note: Scores (0 to 100) are generated by Comparigon’s scoring algorithm and are intended as a high-level guide. They may not map 1-to-1 with the individual spec-by-spec comparisons shown in the table.
Our Verdict
In conclusion, the A19 edges out overall compared to the Tensor G4. Its strongest advantages are in Benchmark, Graphics and Connectivity. The Tensor G4 is the better fit if your top priority is Memory.
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