The two chipsets differ considerably in their design and generation. The MediaTek Dimensity 1000L uses a 7nm process, while the MediaTek Dimensity 7300X uses a newer 4nm process. The Dimensity 7300X also supports newer features such as Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.4, and dual-display devices.
General information
The MediaTek Dimensity 1000L is an older 5G chipset released globally in Q1 2020. It uses a 7nm process and an 8-core CPU. The MediaTek Dimensity 7300X is a newer 4nm chipset used in smartphones such as the Lava Agni 3 in India.
| Specification | MediaTek Dimensity 1000L | MediaTek Dimensity 7300X |
|---|
| Announced date | 2019 globally | 2024 |
| Class | Smartphone/tablet | Mid-range |
| Model number | MT6885Z | MT6878 |
| Brand | MediaTek | MediaTek |
| India availability | Not launched in India | Available in India |
How do the CPUs compare?
The MediaTek Dimensity 1000L uses four Cortex-A77 and four Cortex-A55 cores. The MediaTek Dimensity 7300X uses four Cortex-A78 and four Cortex-A55 cores.
The Dimensity 7300X reaches up to 2.5GHz, compared with up to 2.2GHz on the Dimensity 1000L. Its 4nm manufacturing process is also newer than the 7nm process used by the Dimensity 1000L.
| Specification | MediaTek Dimensity 1000L | MediaTek Dimensity 7300X |
|---|
| Architecture | ARM Cortex-A77/Cortex-A55 | ARM Cortex-A78/Cortex-A55 |
| Cores | 8 (4x Cortex-A77, 4x Cortex-A55) | 8 (4x Cortex-A78, 4x Cortex-A55) |
| Frequency | Up to 2.2GHz | Up to 2.5GHz |
| Instruction set | Armv8-A (64-bit) | Armv9-A (64-bit) |
| Process | 7nm | 4nm |
| Manufacturing | TSMC | TSMC |
The Dimensity 7300X has newer CPU cores and a higher maximum clock speed. This can help with app loading, multitasking, and everyday processing.
How do the GPUs compare?
The MediaTek Dimensity 1000L uses an Arm Mali-G77 MC7 GPU with a frequency of up to 695MHz. The GPU handles graphics tasks such as gaming, animations, and video rendering.
The MediaTek Dimensity 7300X uses an Arm Mali-G615 GPU with MediaTek HyperEngine gaming technologies. Its newer graphics architecture is designed for gaming and other graphics-heavy tasks.
| Specification | MediaTek Dimensity 1000L | MediaTek Dimensity 7300X |
|---|
| GPU | Arm Mali-G77 MC7 | Arm Mali-G615 |
| GPU frequency | Up to 695MHz | Not specified |
| Graphics API | OpenCL 2.0, Vulkan 1.1, OpenGL ES 3.2 | OpenCL 2.0, Vulkan 1.3, OpenGL ES 3.2 |
| Gaming technology | MediaTek HyperEngine 2.0 | MediaTek HyperEngine |
The Dimensity 7300X supports newer graphics APIs and MediaTek HyperEngine features. These can help improve gaming features on compatible smartphones.
Which chipset has better memory support?
The MediaTek Dimensity 1000L supports LPDDR4X memory, while the Dimensity 7300X supports LPDDR4X and LPDDR5 memory. LPDDR5 is a newer memory standard that can support faster data transfers.
Both chipsets support up to 16GB of memory. The Dimensity 7300X can reach memory speeds of up to 6400Mbps with LPDDR5 memory.
| Specification | MediaTek Dimensity 1000L | MediaTek Dimensity 7300X |
|---|
| Memory type | LPDDR4X | LPDDR4X, LPDDR5 |
| Memory frequency | Up to 1866MHz | Up to 6400Mbps |
| Maximum memory | Up to 16GB | Up to 16GB |
| Maximum bandwidth | Up to 32.1GB/s | Up to 51.2GB/s |
The Dimensity 7300X has newer LPDDR5 memory support. This can help compatible phones handle multitasking and data-intensive applications more efficiently.
What multimedia features do they support?
The MediaTek Dimensity 1000L supports displays up to 2520 × 1080 resolution and cameras up to 80MP. It also supports 4K video recording at up to 30fps.
The MediaTek Dimensity 7300X supports cameras up to 200MP and 4K HDR video capture. It also supports UFS 3.1 storage, which can provide faster data access on compatible smartphones.
| Specification | MediaTek Dimensity 1000L | MediaTek Dimensity 7300X |
|---|
| Storage | UFS 3.0 | UFS 3.1 |
| Maximum display resolution | 2520 × 1080 | WFHD+ at 120Hz |
| Maximum camera resolution | 80MP | Up to 200MP |
| Video capture | Up to 4K at 30fps | Up to 4K HDR |
| AI hardware | MediaTek APU 3.0 | MediaTek NPU 655 |
The Dimensity 7300X supports a higher maximum camera resolution and newer imaging features. It also supports dual-display devices, including compatible foldable smartphones.
How do connectivity and network features compare?
Both chipsets support 5G connectivity. The MediaTek Dimensity 1000L supports dual-mode 5G, Wi-Fi 6, and Bluetooth 5.1.
The MediaTek Dimensity 7300X supports 5G, Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.4, GPS, and NavIC. Wi-Fi 6E adds access to the 6GHz band on compatible networks.
| Specification | MediaTek Dimensity 1000L | MediaTek Dimensity 7300X |
|---|
| Modem | Integrated 5G | 3GPP Release 16 5G modem |
| 4G support | Yes | Yes |
| 5G support | Yes | Yes |
| Peak download speed | Up to 4.7Gbps | Up to 3.27Gbps |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.1 | Bluetooth 5.4 |
| Navigation | GPS, Galileo, GLONASS, BeiDou | GPS, NavIC, Galileo, GLONASS, BeiDou, QZSS |
| 5G mode | SA and NSA | SA and NSA |
The Dimensity 7300X supports newer Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.4 standards. The Dimensity 1000L has a higher reported peak download speed, although actual speeds depend on the network and carrier.
