The Speed Challenge: Who is the Fastest Mobile Processor in the World?

The latest smartphones are compelling, with processors that run at lightning speeds and graphical capabilities that deliver clear, vivid video games and movies on the go. But what mobile processor can say it's faster than all the rest? We've rounded up some of the most popular options—plus some new faces in the mobile processor world—to pit them against each other in an epic speed challenge to see which one really deserves to take the crown as the fastest mobile processor in the world! Let's get started! (Also read our related article: The Fastest Mobile Processors in the World.)

 

Intel vs Qualcomm - The Specs

Many technical specifications describe what we mean when we refer to a device's processing power, but those numbers can be complex to understand if you need to know what they mean. Here are two commonly used terms you should know and an example of each. One is better than another at doing one thing, while the other excels at something else. You'll see these specs pop up all over our reviews and on manufacturer spec sheets. So keep them in mind!

What Makes A Good Smartphone? What makes a good smartphone depends on who you ask and how they use their phone, but there are some things most people agree on: great design (including build quality), excellent performance (in day-to-day tasks), great battery life, and a decent camera. Beyond that, it's pretty subjective—some people want water resistance or wireless charging, while others couldn't care less.

 

Apple A11 Bionic Chip vs Snapdragon 845 vs Kirin 970 – Which One Is Quicker?

They are all up-to-date and powerful enough to run demanding applications. Which one will you choose for your new smartphone? Let's find out together! We will compare three mobile processors of 2017: Apple A11 Bionic, Qualcomm Snapdragon 845, and Huawei Kirin 970. They were released recently, but we have yet to determine which is faster.

 

Conclusion - What Is the Most Powerful Smartphone Processor Today?

It's hard to argue with a desktop processor if you're looking for raw speed. They are hands-down faster than anything on a smartphone. The fastest laptop processors aren't even all that close to being as fast as today's most powerful smartphones, but they have several significant advantages over their handheld counterparts. One is power efficiency—smartphones consume power much more quickly than traditional computers due to battery size restrictions and other hardware tradeoffs (e.g., large displays). There are also architectural differences; tablets and phones often include features like sensors or cameras that add cost and complexity—but also take up valuable silicon space that could be used for something else.