The Apple A10 is a system-on-chip (SoC) designed by Apple Inc. for use in its devices. Introduced in 2016, it powers products like the iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus. The A10 features a 64-bit architecture and includes a quad-core CPU, which enhances performance and efficiency compared to its predecessor, the A9. Additionally, the A10 integrates a six-core graphics processing unit (GPU) that improves gaming and graphics performance. This chip supports advanced features such as ARKit for augmented reality applications, making it a significant advancement in mobile technology during its release.