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Highlights MediaTek's new Dimensity 9400 chipset has been unveiled. It offers major upgrades in CPU performance, AI capabilities and gaming features. It also promises a 40% increase in power efficiency. The chipset includes an 8th Generation NPU and the 12-core Arm Immortalis-G925 GPU. The Dimensity 9400 will debut in the Vivo X200 series and Find X8 series. MediaTek Dimensity 9400 has been officially launched. (Image credit - MediaTek) MediaTek has just announced its latest flagship chipset the Dimensity 9400 with improved efficiency for the next-generation smartphones. This new chipset has been built to provide an upgrade over the previous Dimensity 9300. It offers major upgrades in CPU performance, AI capabilities and gaming features. Here’s what we know about the new Dimensity 9400. The new Dimensity 9400 promises enhancements across CPU performance, AI capabilities and gaming features. (Image credit - MediaTek) "The MediaTek Dimensity 9400 will continue furthering our mission to be the enablers of Al, supporting powerful applications that anticipate users' needs and adapt to their preferences, while also fueling generative Al technology with on-device LoRA training and video generation, said Joe Chen, President at MediaTek. "As the fourth-generation flagship chipset, the Dimensity 9400 continues to build on our momentum of steady growth in market share, and MediaTek's legacy of delivering flagship performance in the most efficient design for the best user experiences." Dimensity 9400 - Powerful CPU Design for Speed and Efficiency The new Dimensity 9400 will provide an immersive gaming experience with its 12-core Arm Immortalis-G925 GPU. (Image credit - MediaTek) The Dimensity 9400 features MediaTek’s second-generation “All Big Core” architecture. At its core is the powerful Arm Cortex-X925 clocked at over 3.62GHz. It is supported by three Cortex-X4 cores and four Cortex-A720 cores. This setup delivers a 35% increase in single-core performance and a 28% boost in multi-core tasks compared to the Dimensity 9300. Moreover, it is built on TSMC’s 3nm process, which makes it up to 40% more power-efficient and helps in extending the battery life. Our upcoming #MediaTekDimensity9400 is optimized for @Google Gemini Nano with Multimodality. The chip features a new 8th-gen NPU with multimodal hardware acceleration for text, image, & speech. https://t.co/TJ8No5fcD8 pic.twitter.com/HL075ike7Q — MediaTek (@MediaTek) October 7, 2024 Dimensity 9400 - Enhanced Gaming Performance The Dimensity 9400 is set to deliver a top-tier gaming experience due to the 12-core Arm Immortalis-G925 GPU. The Arm Immortalis-G925 MP12 GPU scored 16,257 points in Geekbench’s OpenCL benchmark, as per recent Gizmochina reports. Dimensity 9400 in upcoming Vivo phone spotted scoring 16,257 points in Geekbench OpenCL benchmark. (Screenshot credit - Gizmochina) This GPU provides up to 40% faster ray tracing and includes features like opacity micromaps (OMM) for more lifelike visuals. Gamers can expect up to a 41% enhanced performance with 44% power savings. MediaTek's HyperEngine technology has been co-developed with Arm and it enhances picture quality. It also offers super-resolution for immersive gameplay performance. Dimensity 9400 - AI Capabilities Dimensity 9400 - AI Capabilities A key highlight of the Dimensity 9400 is its 8th Generation NPU. It brings several firsts in mobile AI performance. It is the first chipset to support on-device LoRA training and advanced video generation. MediaTek’s Dimensity Agentic AI Engine (DAE) enhances traditional AI applications and offers 80% faster large language model (LLM) prompt processing. It further improves power efficiency by up to 35%. Dimensity 9400 - Advanced Camera and Multimedia Enhancements Dimensity 9400 - Advanced Camera and Multimedia Enhancements The new Dimensity 9400 comes with MediaTek’s Imagiq 1090 and it supports HDR video capture across the zoom range. Its Smooth Zoom technology provides clear footage of moving subjects while consuming 14% less power during 4K60 video recording. It also supports a camera sensor up to 320MP and can handle 8K60 video capture. Overall, the new chipset provides the perfect balance of hardware for advanced photography and videography. Dimensity 9400 - Connectivity Features From entry-to-flagship, the MediaTek Dimensity series powers incredible 5G smartphones for everyone. The Dimensity 9400 is equipped with a new 3GPP Release-17 5G modem. It offers speeds of up to 7Gbps on sub-6GHz networks. It also includes a 4nm Wi-Fi/Bluetooth combo chip, delivering up to 7.3Gbps speeds with Wi-Fi 7 tri-band MLO support. With MediaTek Xtra Range™ 3.0, Wi-Fi coverage extends by up to 30 meters. Moreover, the chipset supports innovative form factors like 5G/4G Dual SIM Dual Active and foldable smartphones. Specification MediaTek Dimensity 9400 Architecture TSMC 3nm Number of Cores 8 Core Configuration 1x Cortex-X925 3x Cortex-X4 4x Cortex-A720 Maximum Clock Speed 3.62GHz GPU Immortalis G925 NPU 8th generation NPU ISP Imagiq 1090 Modem Dimensity 9400 - Availability Both Vivo X200 Series and Oppo Find X8 series will debut in China with the Dimensity 9400 chip (Image credit - Vivo/Oppo) As per the latest reports, new smartphones featuring the Dimensity 9400 will begin releasing in the market by the end of 2024. The Vivo X200 series including the X200, X200 Pro, and X200 Pro Mini will be the first devices powered by this new chipset. The series is launching on October 14 in China. Oppo Find X8 series debuts on October 24 with Dimensity 9400. Apart from that, we will have the Oppo Find X8 series debuting on October 24 in China. This phone will also feature the new Dimensity 9400. FAQs Q1. What are the main improvements of the Dimensity 9400 over its predecessor? Answer. The Dimensity 9400 offers major upgrades in CPU performance, AI capabilities, and gaming features, with a 40% increase in power efficiency compared to the Dimensity 9300. Q2. What is the CPU configuration of the Dimensity 9400? Answer. The Dimensity 9400 features MediaTek’s second-generation "All Big Core" architecture, including the powerful Arm Cortex-X925 clocked at over 3.62GHz, supported by three Cortex-X4 cores and four Cortex-A720 cores. Q3. What AI capabilities does the Dimensity 9400 bring? Answer. The Dimensity 9400 includes an 8th Generation NPU, which supports on-device LoRA training and advanced video generation. MediaTek’s Dimensity Agentic AI Engine (DAE) enhances traditional AI applications and offers 80% faster large language model (LLM) prompt processing. Q4. What gaming features does the Dimensity 9400 offer? Answer. The Dimensity 9400 has a 12-core Arm Immortalis-G925 GPU, providing up to 40% faster ray tracing and features like opacity micromaps (OMM). Gamers can expect up to a 41% enhanced performance with 44% power savings. Q5. When and in which devices will the Dimensity 9400 be available? Answer. New smartphones featuring the Dimensity 9400 will begin releasing by the end of 2024. The Vivo X200 series, including the X200, X200 Pro, and X200 Pro Mini, will be the first devices powered by this new chipset, launching on October 14 in China. The Find X8 series will debut on October 24 in China. Also Read: MediaTek Dimensity 9400 Launch Date & Key CPU Configuration Leaks Also Read: MediaTek Officially Introduces Helio G100: Here’s What We Know

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