Dimensity 8400: Mid-Range SoC Rivals Galaxy S24 Ultra in Performance

Abdullah Mustapha

December 23, 2024

MediaTek has launched the Dimensity 8400, a mid-range chip with impressive performance. Despite its category, it matches last year’s flagship Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy. In the Geekbench 6 multi-threaded test, the Dimensity 8400 scored 6722 points, edging out the 6672 points of the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra.

MediaTek Unveils Dimensity 8400: A Powerful Mid-Range Chip

Strong Performance with Efficient Design

As reported by ITHome, the Dimensity 8400 features eight Arm Cortex-A725 cores. It has one core running at 3.25 GHz, three at 3.0 GHz, and four at 2.1 GHz. The chip includes a doubled L2 cache and a 50% larger L3 cache for faster processing.

Energy efficiency is a key focus. Compared to the Dimensity 8300, it delivers the same performance while using 44% less power. In gaming, it consumes 24% less power yet performs better.

Enhanced Graphics and AI

The chip includes the Arm Immortalis G720 MC7 GPU, which runs at 1.3 GHz. This GPU supports real-time ray tracing, a feature usually found in high-end chips. It provides 24% better performance and uses 42% less power than its predecessor.

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For AI tasks, the Dimensity 8400 has the NPU 880 neural processor. This processor is 54% faster than the previous version, improving AI-based features and performance.

Redmi Turbo 4 to Debut the Dimensity 8400

The first smartphone powered by the Dimensity 8400 will be the Redmi Turbo 4, scheduled for release in 2025. This device will feature a 6500 mAh battery and a high-resolution 1.5K display, promising a balanced combination of performance and endurance.

Conclusion

The D 8400 represents a significant step forward for MediaTek, blending top-tier performance with unmatched energy efficiency. With a focus on gaming, AI, and overall user experience, this SoC sets a new standard for mid-range platforms and challenges its competitors in the premium segment.

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