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Highlights MediaTek Kompanio 838 SoC for high-performance Chromebooks Pentonic 800 SoC for 4K smart TVs and displays Kompanio 838 supports DDR4 and LPDDR4X memory standards MediaTek to showcase its latest technologies across Chromebooks, IoT devices, smart TVs MediaTek is showcasing the latest developments across a wide array of product categories at Computex 2024, covering everything from artificial intelligence to smart TVs, Chromebooks, and the Internet of Things. The company is also showing off its growing leadership in these fields through new chipset launches. “The need for energy efficient devices capable of multitasking continues to grow and we are committed to empowering students and teachers with tech devices and solutions that enhance learning in the classroom and beyond,” said Benny Zhang, Executive Director and General Manager of Chromebooks in Lenovo’s Global Innovation Center, Intelligent Devices Group. “Lenovo and MediaTek have a long-standing partnership focused on delivering performance and value, and we look forward to bringing the Kompanio series chips to our upcoming Lenovo Chromebooks.” Kompanio 838 for Premium Chromebooks MediaTek Kompanio 838 SoC for high-performance Chromebooks “At this year’s COMPUTEX, we are highlighting our expanding leadership in exciting product categories, such as AI, automotive, IoT, TVs, Chromebooks, and wireless connectivity, among many others,” said Joe Chen, President and COO of MediaTek. “Through upgrading user experiences in our latest chipsets, this is a wonderful opportunity to show our growth in these critical segments of technology.” This includes the high-performance Kompanio 838 SoC for Chromebooks. This octa-core processor is intended for very good performance and multitasking capabilities, all at the bequest of all-day battery life for thin, lightweight Chromebook devices. On this note, the Kompanio 838 supports both DDR4 and LPDDR4X memory standards, which triple the memory bandwidth compared to prior generations. The chipset incorporates MediaTek's Imagiq 7 series image signal processor (ISP) This comes with a dedicated AI processor, the MediaTek NPU 650, which facilitates interactive experiences, rich in media quality, while being power-efficient. “The finely tuned balance of power and efficiency the Kompanio 838 brings to Chromebook is a key point of innovation in our portfolio as we seek to bring powerful, affordable and accessible computing to more users around the globe,” said John Solomon, VP and GM, ChromeOS and Google for Education. “Together, we're bringing thin and light Chromebooks with helpful AI features to even more customers." Additionally, the chipset incorporates MediaTek's Imagiq 7 series image signal processor (ISP), offering improvements in HDR imaging, dual-camera support, and low-light capture. It also supports hardware-accelerated AV1 video decoding, allowing seamless 4K content streaming and dual 4K display output. Pentonic 800 for 4K Smart TVs and Displays Mediatek Pentonic 800 SoC for 4K smart TVs and displays Another key announcement would be that of the Pentonic 800 SoC for 4K premium smart TVs and screens. This chipset provides best-in-class video, audio, and cloud gaming experiences through the use of AI capabilities of MediaTek in picture improvement and upscaling. The AI processor inside the Pentonic 800 offers 50% faster AI processing performance than the previous generation and lowers bandwidth utilization by up to 60%. It supports a variable refresh rate up to 4K2K 165Hz for a perfect gaming experience Supported are a host of AI-driven display technologies that include AI-Super Resolution 3.0, AI-Contrast 2.0, and AI-Picture Quality Scene Recognition 2.0+ for upscaled image quality and reduced noise. The chipset also comes with a hardware video decoding engine, which supports general codecs, such as HEVC, AV1, AVS3 High Profile, and VVC. It supports a variable refresh rate up to 4K2K 165Hz for a perfect gaming experience. Computex Showcase and CEO Keynote MediaTek to showcase its latest technologies across Chromebooks, IoT devices, smart TVs MediaTek will showcase all its solutions across product categories like Chromebooks, IoT devices, smartphones, smart TVs, routers, tablets, and vehicles at a private booth during Computex 2024. In addition, there will be a keynote by MediaTek Vice Chairman and CEO Dr. Rick Tsai, explaining how AI will continue to transform mobility, transportation, smart homes, enterprises, and industrial environments. FAQs What is the Kompanio 838 SoC designed for? The Kompanio 838 SoC is designed for high-performance Chromebooks, offering excellent multitasking capabilities and all-day battery life. What are the key features of the Pentonic 800 SoC? The Pentonic 800 SoC provides advanced AI-driven picture enhancements, including AI-Super Resolution 3.0, AI-Contrast 2.0, and AI-Picture Quality Scene Recognition 2.0+. It supports a variable refresh rate up to 4K2K 165Hz for an optimal gaming experience. How does the Kompanio 838 enhance media quality and efficiency? The Kompanio 838 features the MediaTek NPU 650 for interactive media experiences and efficient power usage. It also includes the Imagiq 7 series ISP for improved HDR imaging and low-light capture. What is the significance of MediaTek's presence at Computex 2024? MediaTek is showcasing its latest developments in AI, automotive, IoT, smart TVs, Chromebooks, and wireless connectivity, highlighting its expanding leadership in these critical technology segments. What advancements does the Pentonic 800 SoC bring to smart TVs? The Pentonic 800 SoC offers 50% faster AI processing performance and reduces bandwidth utilization by up to 60%, enhancing video, audio, and cloud gaming experiences. MediaTek to Unveil Products for Chromebooks, Smart TVs and Displays at COMPUTEX 2024, Highlighting Demonstrations in AI Processing. Details? At COMPUTEX 2024, MediaTek will showcase new products and technology demonstrations, featuring highlights in AI, Smart TVs, Chromebooks, IoT and more, in addition to a keynote by Vice Chairman and CEO Dr. Rick Tsai about how MediaTek can enable ubiquitous AI. At this year’s show, MediaTek will debut two new chipsets with powerful performance and support for the latest AI enhancements across multiple verticals: the Kompanio 838 SoC for premium Chromebooks, and the Pentonic 800 SoC for 4K premium smart TVs and displays. Additionally, MediaTek Vice Chairman and CEO Dr. Rick Tsai will be giving a keynote at COMPUTEX 2024 to explore how AI will continue to transform mobility, transportation, the smart home, enterprises, and industrial environments. Dr. Tsai will deliver his keynote speech on Tuesday, June 4 at 13:30 Taiwan time at the Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center Hall 2 in Taipei, Taiwan. Does MediaTek Kompanio 838: Amplify productive working, learning and creativity ? The octa-core Kompanio 838 packs outstanding performance and multitasking capabilities into a highly efficient SoC that enables all-day battery life for thin and light Chromebooks. This new chipset supports DDR4 and LPDDR4X to meet a wider range of OEM requirements, and doubles memory bandwidth compared to previous generations to provide considerably more data throughput. To support the latest AI enhancements, Kompanio 838 enables a dedicated AI processor, the MediaTek NPU 650, to offer more interactive and higher quality multimedia with unparalleled power efficiency. MediaTek NPUs are designed for efficient image data processing, capable of quickly executing complex computations. The built-in next-generation MediaTek Imagiq 7 series ISP upgrades professional quality HDR imaging, dual camera support, and low-light capture, improving photo and video quality even in challenging lighting conditions. With hardware accelerated AV1 video decoding, the Kompanio 838 lets users seamlessly stream 4K content, while also enhancing picture quality. It supports up to two 4K displays simultaneously to give users more display real estate. The Kompanio 838 also supports MediaTek Filogic Wi-Fi 6 and 6E technology to offer dual-band and tri-band connectivity options to Chromebooks with speeds up to 1.9Gbps, while also offering more reliable connectivity thanks to the 2x2 antenna and enhanced security with WPA3 support. Is MediaTek Pentonic 800 a Powerful AI Engine with Industry-leading Image Enhancement ? The MediaTek Pentonic 800 delivers best-in-class video, audio, and cloud gaming experiences. The SoC is ideal for a variety of 4K displays, including smart TVs, smart monitors, commercial displays, and embedded large displays. Compared to the previous generation chip, MediaTek’s AI processor offers 50% faster AI processing performance and reduces up to 60% bandwidth usage. The powerful NPU supports a variety of MediaTek AI-powered display technologies, including AI-Super Resolution 3.0, AI-Contrast 2.0, AI-Picture Quality Scene Recognition 2.0+, and AI-Picture Quality Object Recognition 2.5+. These technologies significantly improve upscaling, enhance picture quality, and eliminate noise, among many other enhancements for streaming and gaming. To further optimize gaming, Pentonic 800 supports variable refresh rate (VRR) up to 4K2K 165Hz. Also, the Pentonic 800’s hardware video decoding engine supports popular key codecs such as HEVC, AV1, AVS3 High Profile, and VVC (H.266) for high quality 4K video playback. The chip also supports MEMC, TCON, and high-resolution audio. OEMs have the flexibility to add MediaTek’s Filogic Wi-Fi connectivity solutions to provide reliable high-speed connectivity with low latency. Additionally, MediaTek’s Filogic Wi-Fi/Bluetooth combo solutions provide seamless connectivity between screens and peripherals, such as game controllers and wireless headsets. During Computex, MediaTek will be exhibiting at a private booth, demonstrating how the company is bringing intelligence everywhere from Chromebooks to IoT devices, smartphones, smart TVs, routers, tablets, vehicles, and beyond. Also Read: MediaTek Dimensity 9400 Could Likely Surpass Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 Also Read: MediaTek Dimensity 9400 Prepares to Challenge Snapdragon 8 Gen 4

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