Tag: MediaTek Dimensity 9400

  • Vivo X200, X200 Pro: First Dimensity 9400 Phones Launching Soon

    Vivo X200, X200 Pro: First Dimensity 9400 Phones Launching Soon

    In October, Qualcomm is set to announce the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 chipset, while MediaTek is gearing up to introduce the Dimensity 9400 chipset. Today, tipster Digital Chat Station disclosed that Vivo will be the pioneer in launching a smartphone powered by the Dimensity 9400.

    Dimensity 9400 Expected in October

    According to the tipster, the Dimensity 9400, identified by the model number MT6991, will boast impressive energy efficiency. It leverages TSMC’s second-generation N3 process and features a CPU configuration consisting of 1 x Cortex-X5 super core, 3 x Cortex-X4 cores, and 4 x Cortex-A7 cores.

    Currently, the Cortex-X5 super core operates at around 3.4GHz, but the final frequency may be increased to rival other high-frequency chips. The final performance metrics are expected to be disclosed in October, indicating that the chipset will be unveiled that month.

    Technological Advancements

    TSMC claims that their 3nm process technology is a significant leap forward from the 5nm process technology. It is considered the industry's most advanced process technology, offering superior PPA (power, performance, and area) and transistor technology.

    The Vivo X100 and X100 Pro, which were announced in October 2023, were the first devices to feature the Dimensity 9300 chipset. Therefore, it is plausible that the Vivo X200 and X200 Pro might be the first smartphones to come with the Dimensity 9400 SoC.

    Competing Devices

    A recent report suggested that the Oppo Find X8, featuring the Dimensity 9400, will also be unveiled in October. The X200 and the Find X8 are expected to compete with the Xiaomi 15, which is anticipated to be the first-ever Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 phone, also launching in October.

    Currently, there is no detailed information available about the specifications of the Vivo X200 series. More details are expected to emerge in the coming days.

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  • Vivo X200 to Debut as First Dimensity 9400 Phone: Tipster Claims

    Vivo X200 to Debut as First Dimensity 9400 Phone: Tipster Claims

    Vivo recently launched their X100 series smartphones, but the buzz around their next flagship line, the X200, has already started.

    Today, tipster Smart Pikachu disclosed that the upcoming Vivo X200 series will be the first to feature the MediaTek Dimensity 9400 chipset. Vivo had previously been the pioneer with the Dimensity 9300 in the X100 and Pro models, as well as the Dimensity 9300 Plus in the X100s and X100s Pro smartphones.

    MediaTek Dimensity 9400

    Last year, a rumor indicated that Vivo would play a significant role in the development of the MediaTek Dimensity 9400. Therefore, it’s appropriate that the Vivo X200 series will continue the legacy of launching the first phones equipped with MediaTek’s flagship SoC.

    Competing with Qualcomm

    The Dimensity 9400 aims to compete with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 4, featuring ARM’s premier Cortex-X5 core. Although it has yet to appear on benchmarking platforms, the Dimensity 9400 is rumored to have superior IPC performance compared to the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4.

    Additionally, the tipster noted that the X200 lineup will not include an S-series, meaning there won’t be successors to the X100s and X100s Pro.

    Release Date and Competition

    While the tipster did not provide further details about the phone, a leak earlier this week indicated that the Vivo X200 series is expected to launch in October. The Oppo Find X8, also rumored to utilize the Dimensity 9400, is anticipated to debut in the same month. Xiaomi will also be a competitor with their Snapdragon 8 Gen 4-powered Xiaomi 15 slated for release in October.

    Vivo X200 to Debut as First Dimensity 9400 Phone: Tipster Claims
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  • Oppo Find X8 and X8 Pro Design Details Leaked

    Oppo Find X8 and X8 Pro Design Details Leaked

    Rumors about the Oppo Find X8 series are circulating even though the Find X7 series was launched just a few months ago. Today, tipster Digital Chat Station shared some insights on Weibo about the forthcoming series.

    According to Digital Chat Station, the Find X8 Ultra will make its debut next year. The tipster confirmed that this year’s top imaging flagship from Oppo is the Find X7 Ultra.

    Features and Specifications

    While specific details about the Find X8 phones weren’t provided in the post, the tipster mentioned in the comments that the Find X8 and X8 Pro will come with a glass back. Additionally, one of the models may feature a flat screen, while another could have a 2.7D curve on all four sides.

    Chipset and Battery

    Another insider previously hinted on Weibo that both the Find X8 and Pro models will be equipped with the Dimensity 9400 chipset. However, the high-end Ultra model is rumored to have a Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 chipset.

    A separate leak earlier today suggested that the Find X8 series might sport a 6000mAh battery, which is larger than the 5000mAh battery found in the Find X7 phones. Another rumor indicated that the official announcement for these devices might occur sometime in October.

    Competitive Landscape

    There have also been mentions of the Xiaomi 15 and Vivo X200 phones launching in October. Qualcomm is expected to unveil its Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 flagship chip in the same month, and MediaTek is likely to announce the Dimensity 9400 around that time. Smartphone manufacturers are gearing up for a race to be the first to feature these new SoCs.

    Oppo Find X8 and X8 Pro Design Details Leaked
    Oppo Find X8 and X8 Pro Design Details Leaked
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  • Oppo Find X8 Series to Feature MediaTek Dimensity 9400 Exclusively

    Oppo Find X8 Series to Feature MediaTek Dimensity 9400 Exclusively

    Oppo's recently launched Find X7 series in China has already led to rumors about the Find X8 series. The latest buzz suggests a major shift from Qualcomm processors, with both models in the Find X8 lineup expected to feature MediaTek’s Dimensity 9400 chipset.

    New Chipset Speculations

    The source of this information is Weibo tipster Smart Pikachu, who alleges that both models of the Find X8 will utilize the Dimensity 9400 chipset. Although no specific models were named, considering the Find X7 series includes the base X7 and the high-end X7 Ultra, it is likely that Smart Pikachu is referring to the Find X8 and X8 Ultra.

    However, this speculation contrasts with an earlier leak from the more reputable Digital Chat Station (DCS). While DCS didn’t provide details on the system on a chip (SoC), they hinted at three models for the Find X8 series: possibly the Find X8, X8 Pro, and X8 Ultra.

    Conflicting Reports

    These differing reports highlight the current uncertainty surrounding the Find X8 phones. Given that the launch is probably months away, significant changes in details can still occur.

    Regardless of whether Oppo chooses the MediaTek Dimensity 9400 or Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 4, both chipsets promise impressive performance. DCS even suggested that the Dimensity 9400 might outperform the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 and Apple’s A17 Pro in terms of instructions per clock (IPC).

    Performance Expectations

    Qualcomm’s upcoming Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 is anticipated to feature in-house Oryon CPU cores for notable performance improvements.

    Oppo may select either chipset to guarantee top-tier performance in its flagship devices, but the final decision remains unclear. We will keep you updated as more information about the Find X8 series emerges.

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  • MediaTek Dimensity 9400 outperforms Snapdragon 8 Gen 4

    MediaTek Dimensity 9400 outperforms Snapdragon 8 Gen 4

    Details regarding the upcoming MediaTek Dimensity 9400 continue to surface, with the latest speculation hinting at its potential to outpace competitors in terms of speed.

    A reliable source, Digital Chat Station (DCS), has suggested that the Dimensity 9400 could excel in instructions per clock (IPC) performance compared to Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 and Apple’s A17 Pro.

    MediaTek's Collaboration with ARM for Dimensity 9400

    DCS affirms previous reports indicating a close collaboration between MediaTek and ARM in the development of the Dimensity 9400. This new chip is expected to integrate ARM's latest CPU architecture known as "BlackHawk."

    Divergent Paths: Dimensity 9400 vs. Snapdragon 8 Gen 4

    While MediaTek and ARM are aligning on the Dimensity 9400, Qualcomm is taking a distinct approach by incorporating Nuvia-designed CPU cores in the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4, a departure from its traditional ARM-based designs for flagship SoCs.

    The leak highlights that the Dimensity 9400's Cortex-X5 core allegedly offers superior IPC performance compared to Qualcomm's Nuvia cores and Apple's A17 Pro core found in the iPhone 15 Pro. Nevertheless, concrete data supporting these claims is yet to be shared by DCS.

    Understanding Instructions per Clock (IPC)

    IPC serves as a crucial metric for measuring a processor's efficiency, indicating the number of instructions a processor core can execute within a single clock cycle. Put simply, higher IPC signifies a processor capable of accomplishing more work per clock cycle, leading to enhanced performance.

    Should the Dimensity 9400 indeed outclass Qualcomm's new Nuvia cores in IPC, it could potentially deliver a substantial performance enhancement over existing models.

    It is essential to approach these revelations with caution as they are based on leaks. Official specifications and benchmarks will be necessary to validate the true capabilities of the Dimensity 9400.

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