Leaked Geekbench Scores Suggest Apple's A20 Pro Delivers Big Single-Core Jump
A newly surfaced Geekbench 6 result for Apple's A20 Pro system-on-chip shows a single-core score of 4,719 and a multi-core score of 12,677. That performance is roughly 25% higher than the previous generation, exceeding Apple's own official claim of a 20% improvement. The chip, built on a 2nm process, is expected to power the iPhone Duo and iPhone 18 Pro devices.
The leaked result, shared by Longhorn, indicates the A20 Pro's performance cores reach a 4.93 GHz clock, a substantial rise from the A19 Pro's 4.26 GHz. Apple's stated 20% improvement appears understated, as the observed single-core score suggests a 25% generational gain.
The chip utilizes a 2P+4E core arrangement and a refined 2nm process. Retail availability is set for September 18, with review embargoes lifting shortly before, allowing independent verification of these early figures.
This performance leap could intensify competition across mobile and portable computing, as the A20's single-core scores rival some desktop processors. Consumers may see faster app responsiveness, but higher clocks could raise questions about battery efficiency and thermal output. This advancement may also pressure competitors like Qualcomm and AMD to accelerate their chip roadmaps, potentially reshaping performance expectations for future laptops and smartphones.