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Google’s Tensor G5 Debuts on TSMC 3nm With Pixel 10 as Early GPU Scores Raise Questions

Early third-party results point to driver issues that may be depressing graphics performance.

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Overview

  • Google says Tensor G5 is its biggest upgrade, claiming up to 34% faster CPU and 60% more TPU performance over Tensor G4.
  • Built on TSMC’s 3nm process, the chip powers the new Pixel 10 lineup, including the Pixel 10 Pro Fold.
  • An all-new ISP enables higher-quality video with 10‑bit capture by default at 1080p and 4K30, according to Google.
  • Geekbench 6 Vulkan scores shared for Pixel 10 Pro show about 3,707 points, far below Pixel 9 Pro results, with observers citing a low 396MHz GPU clock and an older Vulkan 1.1 driver as likely factors.
  • Google briefed press that the Tensor G5 GPU does not support ray tracing, reinforcing design tradeoffs that prioritize AI and imaging features.