MediaTek Dimensity 720 vs MediaTek Dimensity 800
The MediaTek Dimensity 720 and MediaTek Dimensity 800 are both powerful processors with impressive specifications.
In terms of CPU cores and architecture, the Dimensity 720 features a combination of 2x 2.2 GHz Cortex-A76 cores and 6x 2 GHz Cortex-A55 cores. On the other hand, the Dimensity 800 comes with 4x 2 GHz Cortex-A76 cores and 4x 2 GHz Cortex-A55 cores. While both processors have the same lithography of 7 nm and an instruction set of ARMv8.2-A, the Dimensity 720 offers more cores, making it better suited for multitasking and handling multiple processes simultaneously.
The power efficiency of both processors is comparable, with a TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 10 Watts for each. This indicates that they consume a similar amount of power, which is essential for maintaining long battery life on mobile devices.
Both processors also come equipped with a Neural Processing Unit (NPU), which enhances performance for artificial intelligence tasks and machine learning applications. This capability allows for faster and more efficient processing of AI-related functions on devices using these processors.
Overall, while the Dimensity 720 has more cores and is potentially better for multitasking, the Dimensity 800's architecture still provides sufficient power and performance for most mobile applications. The decision between the two processors may depend on specific user requirements and the intended usage of the device.
In terms of CPU cores and architecture, the Dimensity 720 features a combination of 2x 2.2 GHz Cortex-A76 cores and 6x 2 GHz Cortex-A55 cores. On the other hand, the Dimensity 800 comes with 4x 2 GHz Cortex-A76 cores and 4x 2 GHz Cortex-A55 cores. While both processors have the same lithography of 7 nm and an instruction set of ARMv8.2-A, the Dimensity 720 offers more cores, making it better suited for multitasking and handling multiple processes simultaneously.
The power efficiency of both processors is comparable, with a TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 10 Watts for each. This indicates that they consume a similar amount of power, which is essential for maintaining long battery life on mobile devices.
Both processors also come equipped with a Neural Processing Unit (NPU), which enhances performance for artificial intelligence tasks and machine learning applications. This capability allows for faster and more efficient processing of AI-related functions on devices using these processors.
Overall, while the Dimensity 720 has more cores and is potentially better for multitasking, the Dimensity 800's architecture still provides sufficient power and performance for most mobile applications. The decision between the two processors may depend on specific user requirements and the intended usage of the device.
CPU cores and architecture
Architecture | 2x 2.2 GHz – Cortex-A76 6x 2 GHz – Cortex-A55 |
4x 2.0 GHz – Cortex-A76 4x 2.0 GHz – Cortex-A55 |
Number of cores | 8 | 4 |
Instruction Set | ARMv8.2-A | ARMv8.2-A |
Lithography | 7 nm | 7 nm |
TDP | 10 Watt | 10 Watt |
Neural Processing | NPU | NPU |
Memory (RAM)
Max amount | up to 12 GB | up to 16 GB |
Memory type | LPDDR4X | LPDDR4X |
Memory frequency | 2133 MHz | 2133 MHz |
Memory-bus | 2x16 bit | 2x16 bit |
Storage
Storage specification | UFS 2.2 | UFS 2.2 |
Graphics
GPU name | Mali-G57 MP3 | Mali-G57 MP4 |
GPU Architecture | Valhall | Valhall |
GPU frequency | 850 MHz | 650 MHz |
Execution units | 3 | 4 |
Shaders | 64 | |
DirectX | 12 | 12 |
OpenCL API | 2.1 | 2.1 |
OpenGL API | ES 3.2 | ES 3.2 |
Vulkan API | 1.2 | 1.2 |
Camera, Video, Display
Max screen resolution | 2520x1080@90Hz | 2520x1080@120Hz |
Max camera resolution | 1x 64MP, 1x 20MP + 1x 16MP | 1x 80MP, 1x 32MP + 1x 16MP |
Max Video Capture | 4K@30FPS | 4K@30FPS |
Video codec support | H.264 (AVC) H.265 (HEVC) VP9 |
H.264 (AVC) H.265 (HEVC) VP9 |
Wireless
4G network | Yes | Yes |
5G network | Yes | Yes |
Peak Download Speed | 2.77 Gbps | 2.77 Gbps |
Peak Upload Speed | 1.2 Gbps | 1.2 Gbps |
Wi-Fi | 5 (802.11ac) | 5 (802.11ac) |
Bluetooth | 5.1 | 5.1 |
Satellite navigation | BeiDou GPS Galileo GLONASS NavIC QZSS |
BeiDou GPS Galileo GLONASS QZSS |
Supplemental Information
Launch Date | 2020 Quarter 3 | 2020 Quarter 2 |
Partnumber | MT6853V/ZA, MT6853V/NZA | MT6873, MT6873V |
Vertical Segment | Mobiles | Mobiles |
Positioning | Mid-end | Mid-end |
AnTuTu 10
Total Score
GeekBench 6 Single-Core
Score
GeekBench 6 Multi-Core
Score
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