Samsung seems to have no issues utilizing premium MediaTek components in its Galaxy Tab S10 series. There were earlier speculations suggesting this partnership could also apply to high-end smartphones, with the Galaxy S25 and Galaxy S25+ expected to feature a Dimensity 9400. Recently, an unexpected source has provided some implicit confirmation: a blog entry from Google DeepMind. It mentions:
MediaTek's Innovations
MediaTek, recognized as one of the leading chip design firms globally, has expanded its AlphaChip to boost the creation of their top-tier chips — such as the Dimensity Flagship 5G found in Samsung's mobile devices — while enhancing efficiency, performance, and chip size.
Insights on the Collaboration
At first glance, one might be tempted to disregard this assertion because Samsung typically employs Dimensity chips for mid-range devices. However, the mention of "Flagship" in the statement cannot be overlooked. Additionally, the phrase "mobile phones" indicates that the reference is not about tablets. Hence, it's reasonable to deduce that at least one model in the Galaxy S25 lineup will debut with a MediaTek Dimensity 9400.
Rumors and Performance Expectations
Moreover, there have been whispers online regarding Samsung's sudden shift to MediaTek after concerns about inadequate Exynos 2500 production yields emerged earlier this year. A recent Geekbench listing has already verified that the Galaxy S25 Ultra will be equipped with a Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 for Galaxy, and considering the performance of both chips so far, it appears that non-Ultra models might deliver a comparable, if not superior, experience.
