The technical specifications compare the CPU, GPU, memory, multimedia, and connectivity capabilities of both chipsets. These features help users understand which processor is better for gaming, multitasking, photography, streaming, and overall smartphone performance before choosing a compatible device.
General
The general specifications show the launch period, chipset category, and intended usage of each processor. These features help users identify whether the chipset is designed for modern 5G smartphones with better performance or affordable devices focused on reliable everyday usage.
Specification MediaTek Dimensity 1050 MediaTek Helio G95
Announced 23 May 2022 (Global) August 26
Class Upper mid-range Mid-range gaming
Model number MT6877T MT6785V/CD
Brand MediaTek MediaTek
Best for 5G smartphones, multitasking Budget gaming smartphones
CPU
The CPU architecture directly affects app loading, multitasking, gaming, and power efficiency. The Dimensity 1050 delivers faster processing for demanding tasks, while the Helio G95 provides stable everyday performance, making both processors suitable for different user requirements and smartphone price segments.
Specification MediaTek Dimensity 1050 MediaTek Helio G95
Architecture 2 × Cortex-A78 + 6 × Cortex-A55 2 × Cortex-A76 + 6 × Cortex-A55
Cores 8-core 8-core
Maximum frequency Up to 2.5GHz Up to 2.05GHz
Instruction set ARMv8.2-A ARMv8.2-A
Process node 6nm 12nm
Manufacturing TSMC TSMC
Best for Gaming, multitasking, 5G performance Everyday performance and gaming
Graphics
The graphics processor determines gaming quality, video rendering, and visual smoothness. The Dimensity 1050 delivers improved graphics performance for demanding games and high refresh rate displays, while the Helio G95 provides stable frame rates for casual gaming and multimedia entertainment.
Specification MediaTek Dimensity 1050 MediaTek Helio G95
GPU Mali-G610 MC3 Mali-G76 MC4
GPU architecture Valhall Bifrost
GPU frequency Up to 950MHz Up to 900MHz
Execution units 3 4
Vulkan 1.1 1.1
OpenCL 2.0 2.0
DirectX 12 12
Best for High-frame-rate gaming Casual and competitive gaming
Memory
Memory specifications affect multitasking speed, app switching, and system responsiveness. The Dimensity 1050 supports faster LPDDR5 memory for smoother performance with multiple apps, while the Helio G95 uses LPDDR4X memory that delivers reliable everyday performance with lower hardware requirements.
Specification MediaTek Dimensity 1050 MediaTek Helio G95
Memory type LPDDR5 LPDDR4X
Memory frequency Up to 3200MHz Up to 2133MHz
Memory bus 2 × 16-bit 2 × 16-bit
Maximum bandwidth 51.2GB/s 17GB/s
Maximum memory 16GB 10GB
Best for Heavy multitasking Daily multitasking
Multimedia (ISP)
The multimedia engine controls camera quality, video recording, storage performance, and display capabilities. The Dimensity 1050 supports advanced imaging and faster storage for premium experiences, while the Helio G95 delivers dependable photography, video playback, and streaming performance for budget smartphones.
Specification MediaTek Dimensity 1050 MediaTek Helio G95
Storage support UFS 3.1 UFS 2.2
Maximum display resolution 2520 × 1080 pixel 2520 × 1080 pixel
Maximum camera resolution 108MP 64MP
Video recording 4K at 30fps 4K at 30fps
Video playback 4K 4K
Video codecs H.264, H.265 H.264, H.265
Audio codecs AAC, MP3, FLAC AAC, MP3, FLAC
Best for Advanced photography and fast storage Everyday photography and streaming
Connectivity and network
Connectivity features determine network speed, wireless performance, and download efficiency. The Dimensity 1050 supports advanced 5G connectivity with faster Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, while the Helio G95 focuses on stable 4G performance, making it suitable for reliable everyday communication and internet usage.
Specification MediaTek Dimensity 1050 MediaTek Helio G95
Modem Integrated 5G 4G LTE
4G support Yes Yes
5G support Yes No
Peak download speed Up to 4.67Gbps Up to 600Mbps
Peak upload speed Up to 2.5Gbps Up to 150Mbps
Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 6 Wi-Fi 5
Bluetooth 5.2 5.0
Navigation GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo
Best for High-speed 5G connectivity Reliable 4G networking