The MediaTek Dimensity 7020 and Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 5G are 6nm mobile processors built for mid-range smartphones, combining multi-core CPU designs, dedicated GPUs, AI processing, camera engines, and 5G connectivity. MediaTek Dimensity 7020 focuses on efficient Cortex-A78 processing, LPDDR5 memory, and 108MP camera support, while Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 5G integrates Kryo 670 cores, Adreno 642L graphics, and Snapdragon X53 modem features.
General
MediaTek Dimensity 7020 and Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 5G use 6nm fabrication technology with integrated 5G systems. Dimensity 7020 targets mid-range smartphones with efficient CPU cores, while Snapdragon 778G 5G includes premium mid-range features such as advanced AI processing and enhanced imaging support.
| Specification | MediaTek Dimensity 7020 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 5G |
|---|
| Launch date | April 2023 | May 2021 |
| Brand | MediaTek | Qualcomm |
| Model | Dimensity 7020 | Snapdragon 778G 5G |
| Target segment | Mid-range 5G smartphones | Premium mid-range 5G smartphones |
| Network support | 5G | 5G |
| Process node | 6nm | 6nm |
| Foundry | TSMC | TSMC |
CPU
MediaTek Dimensity 7020 uses Arm Cortex-A78 and Cortex-A55 cores for smartphone workloads such as social media, browsing, streaming, and multitasking. Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 5G uses Kryo 670 cores based on Arm architecture with a maximum clock speed of 2.4GHz for demanding applications such as gaming, camera processing, and multi-app usage.
| Specification | MediaTek Dimensity 7020 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 5G |
|---|
| CPU architecture | Cortex-A78 + Cortex-A55 | Kryo 670 |
| Performance cores | 2x Cortex-A78@2.2GHz | 1x Cortex-A78@2.4GHz |
| Efficiency cores | 6x Cortex-A55@2.0GHz | 3x Cortex-A78@2.2GHz + 4x Cortex-A55@1.9GHz |
| Max clock speed | 2.2GHz | 2.4GHz |
| Instruction set | ARMv8-A | ARMv8-A |
| 64-bit support | Yes | Yes |
Graphics
MediaTek Dimensity 7020 and Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 5G use dedicated mobile GPUs for gaming, video rendering, and graphical workloads. The MediaTek Dimensity 7020 integrates IMG BXM-8-256 graphics, while Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 5G uses Adreno 642L graphics with Vulkan 1.1 and OpenGL ES 3.2 support. Both processors support gaming titles such as Subway Surfers, Asphalt 9, and Call of Duty Mobile with performance depending on smartphone cooling, RAM, and software optimisation.
| Specification | MediaTek Dimensity 7020 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 5G |
|---|
| GPU model | IMG BXM-8-256 | Adreno 642L |
| GPU generation | IMG B-Series | Adreno 600 Series |
| GPU clock speed | 950MHz | 490MHz |
| Gaming resolution | Full HD+ gaming support | Full HD+ gaming support |
| Gaming frame rate | Up to 120fps support depending on game settings | Up to 144fps support depending on game settings |
| Vulkan support | Vulkan 1.3 | Vulkan 1.1 |
| OpenGL ES support | OpenGL ES 3.2 | OpenGL ES 3.2 |
| Hardware video acceleration | H.264, H.265, VP-9 decode | H.264, H.265, VP9 decode |
| AI upscaling | MediaTek MiraVision AI enhancements | Qualcomm Game Quick Touch and Snapdragon Elite Gaming features |
Memory
MediaTek Dimensity 7020 and Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 5G support fast mobile memory standards for multitasking, application loading, and gaming data access. Dimensity 7020 supports LPDDR5 memory at up to 3200MHz, while Snapdragon 778G 5G supports LPDDR5 memory at up to 3200MHz for apps such as Chrome, Instagram, YouTube, and camera processing.
| Specification | MediaTek Dimensity 7020 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 5G |
|---|
| Memory type | LPDDR5 | LPDDR5 |
| Maximum memory frequency | 3200Mbps | 3200Mbps |
| Memory bus width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| Memory bandwidth | ~25.6GB/s | ~25.6GB/s |
| Maximum RAM support | 12GB | 16GB |
| ECC support | No | No |
Multimedia (ISP)
MediaTek Dimensity 7020 and Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 5G include dedicated image processing systems for smartphone cameras, displays, and video recording. Dimensity 7020 integrates Imagiq 5.0 ISP with up to 108MP camera support, while Snapdragon 778G 5G uses Spectra 570L ISP with triple-camera processing and up to 192MP image capture support.
| Specification | MediaTek Dimensity 7020 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 5G |
|---|
| ISP name | MediaTek Imagiq 5.0 | Qualcomm Spectra 570L |
| Camera resolution support | Up to 108MP | Up to 192MP |
| Multi-camera support | Triple camera support | Triple camera support |
| Display resolution | Full HD+ | 2520 x 1080 pixel |
| Display refresh rate | 120Hz | 144Hz |
| Video capture | 2K video recording at 30fps | 4K video recording at 30fps |
| Slow-motion video | 1080p at 120fps | 720p at 240fps |
| Video codecs | H.264, H.265, VP-9 | H.264, H.265, VP9 |
| Storage support | UFS 3.1 | UFS 3.1 |
Connectivity and network
MediaTek Dimensity 7020 and Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 5G integrate 5G modems for smartphone connectivity, streaming, downloads, and online gaming. Dimensity 7020 uses MediaTek 5G UltraSave technology with up to 2.77Gbps download speed, while Snapdragon 778G 5G uses Snapdragon X53 modem with up to 3.3Gbps download speed.
| Specification | MediaTek Dimensity 7020 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 5G |
|---|
| 5G modem | MediaTek 5G UltraSave | Snapdragon X53 5G Modem-RF System |
| 5G support | Sub-6GHz | Sub-6GHz and mmWave |
| Maximum download speed | 2.77Gbps | 3.3Gbps |
| Maximum upload speed | 1.25Gbps | 1.6Gbps |
| Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
| Bluetooth version | 5.2 | 5.2 |
| GNSS | GPS, GLONASS, Beidou, Galileo | GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo, QZSS |