Google might be creating its own chip for the Pixel Watch, according to recently leaked documents. So far, the Pixel Watch series has used chips from other companies like Samsung and Qualcomm.

The Pixel Watch 2 and Pixel Watch 3 both run on Qualcomm’s Snapdragon W5+, which has significantly improved battery life compared to the older Exynos chip used in the first Pixel Watch.

It makes sense for Google to design its own chips for the Pixel Watch, just like it does for its smartphones. The recent leaked documents (Android Authority) suggest that this new chip, known as the “NPT” chip, could be ready by 2026, likely with the launch of the Pixel Watch 5.

Details about this new chip are still limited. However, it’s said to have a core setup that includes 1 Arm Cortex-A78 core and 2 Arm Cortex-A55 cores. These cores are a bit older compared to what you might find in the latest devices today.

But interestingly, Qualcomm’s current Snapdragon W5+ uses even older Cortex-A53 cores, so Google’s design might still be competitive. Plus, if Google uses TSMC’s newer 3nm technology for this chip, it could be more advanced than Qualcomm’s offerings.

Although there are many questions about how a Tensor chipset for the upcoming Pixel Watch will work, this leak gives us a glimpse into Google’s future plans.

It shows that the company is serious about improving its smartwatch technology and moving to in-house chip design could lead to better performance, functionality and battery life.

As we wait for more information, it’s exciting to think about how this could enhance the Pixel Watch experience in the coming years.