iPhone 16 Pros A18 Pro Chip Rumored to Boost AI, Retain 6-Core GPU
Apple’s upcoming A18 Pro chip for the iPhone 16 Pro models is set to bring significant improvements in artificial intelligence performance, according to analyst Jeff Pu. The chip will feature a larger die size, allowing for enhanced AI capabilities. This comes as no surprise as Apple has continuously pushed the boundaries with each new chip release.
The A18 Pro chip will include a 6-core GPU, similar to its predecessor, the A17 Pro chip found in the iPhone 15 Pro models. While this may limit graphics improvements for the iPhone 16 Pro models, users can expect a boost in AI performance. Additionally, iOS 18 is rumored to introduce new generative AI features for various iPhone apps and features.
Rumors also suggest that the iPhone 16 Pro models may come equipped with an upgraded Neural Engine with more cores. This could potentially enable exclusive generative AI features that further enhance the user experience. Apple has a history of improving the performance of the Neural Engine in its chips, and the A18 Pro chip is expected to continue this trend.
Expectations are high for the upcoming generative AI announcements, with iOS 18 set to be previewed at WWDC in June. Pu predicts that the A18 Pro chip will maintain the 6-core GPU configuration, similar to the A17 Pro chip, but with improved AI capabilities.
Apple is gearing up to announce the iPhone 16 series in September, where more details about the A18 Pro chip and its features will be revealed. Stay tuned for the latest updates on the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro models in upcoming roundups.