The MediaTek Dimensity 810 and Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G are mobile processors built for budget and mid range smartphones, combining efficient performance with modern processing technologies. Both chipsets use a 6nm manufacturing process and support advanced camera, display, and memory features. MediaTek Dimensity 810 focuses on 5G connectivity with Cortex-A76 cores and Mali-G57 graphics, while Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G uses Kryo 265 CPU cores and Adreno 610 graphics for efficient daily smartphone usage.
General
The MediaTek Dimensity 810 and Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G specifications include launch timeline, manufacturing process, connectivity category, and target segment. Dimensity 810 targets entry level 5G smartphones, while Snapdragon 680 4G focuses on budget 4G smartphones with efficient power management.
| Specification | MediaTek Dimensity 810 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G |
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| Launch date | August 2021 | October 2021 |
| Brand | MediaTek | Qualcomm |
| Model | Dimensity 810 | Snapdragon 680 4G |
| Target segment | Entry level 5G smartphones | Budget 4G smartphones |
| Network support | 5G | 4G LTE |
| Process node | 6nm | 6nm |
| Foundry | TSMC | TSMC |
CPU
The MediaTek Dimensity 810 and Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G CPU configurations use ARM based architectures designed for daily smartphone workloads. Dimensity 810 combines Cortex-A76 performance cores with Cortex-A55 efficiency cores, while Snapdragon 680 4G uses Kryo 265 cores based on Cortex-A73 and Cortex-A53 designs.
| Specification | MediaTek Dimensity 810 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G |
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| CPU architecture | Cortex-A76 + Cortex-A55 | Kryo 265 (Cortex-A73 + Cortex-A53) |
| Core count | Octa core | Octa core |
| Performance cores | 2x Cortex-A76 @ 2.4GHz | 4x Cortex-A73 @ 2.4GHz |
| Efficiency cores | 6x Cortex-A55 @ 2.0GHz | 4x Cortex-A53 @ 1.9GHz |
| Maximum clock speed | 2.4GHz | 2.4GHz |
| Instruction set | ARMv8-A | ARMv8-A |
| 64-bit support | Yes | Yes |
Graphics
The MediaTek Dimensity 810 and Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G graphics engines handle mobile gaming, video rendering, and display processing. Dimensity 810 integrates the Mali-G57 MC2 GPU, while Snapdragon 680 4G uses the Adreno 610 GPU for casual gaming and multimedia applications.
| Specification | MediaTek Dimensity 810 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G |
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| GPU model | Mali-G57 MC2 | Adreno 610 |
| GPU generation | Valhall architecture | Adreno 600 series |
| GPU clock speed | 850MHz | 845MHz |
| Gaming resolution | Full HD+ gaming | Full HD+ gaming |
| Vulkan support | Yes | Yes |
| OpenGL ES support | OpenGL ES 3.2 | OpenGL ES 3.2 |
| Hardware video acceleration | Yes | Yes |
| AI upscaling | MediaTek MiraVision | Qualcomm AI Engine |
Memory
The MediaTek Dimensity 810 and Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G memory controllers support smartphone multitasking with LPDDR memory standards. Dimensity 810 supports faster LPDDR4X memory, while Snapdragon 680 4G uses LPDDR4X memory for applications such as WhatsApp, Chrome, YouTube, and social media switching.
| Specification | MediaTek Dimensity 810 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G |
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| Memory type | LPDDR4X | LPDDR4X |
| Maximum frequency | 2133MHz | 1866MHz |
| Bus width | 2x 16-bit | 2x 16-bit |
| Bandwidth | 17GB/s | 13.41GB/s |
| Maximum RAM support | 12GB | 8GB |
| ECC support | No | No |
Multimedia (ISP)
The MediaTek Dimensity 810 and Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G multimedia engines manage camera processing, display output, video recording, and storage performance. Dimensity 810 uses MediaTek Imagiq ISP with support for 64MP cameras and 120Hz displays, while Snapdragon 680 4G integrates Qualcomm Spectra 346 ISP with support for 25MP single cameras and Full HD video capture.
| Specification | MediaTek Dimensity 810 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G |
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| ISP name | MediaTek Imagiq ISP | Qualcomm Spectra 346 ISP |
| UFS version | UFS 2.2 | UFS 2.2 |
| Maximum display resolution | 2520 x 1080 pixels | 2520 x 1080 pixels |
| Display refresh rate | Up to 120Hz | Up to 90Hz |
| Maximum camera resolution | 64MP | 25MP |
| Multi-camera support | Yes | Yes |
| Video capture | 4K @ 30fps | 1080p @ 60fps |
| Video playback | 4K video playback | 1080p video playback |
| Video codecs | H.264, H.265, VP9 | H.264, H.265 |
Connectivity and network
The MediaTek Dimensity 810 and Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G connectivity systems support wireless communication, navigation, and mobile data performance. Dimensity 810 includes MediaTek 5G UltraSave modem technology with 5G support, while Snapdragon 680 4G uses the Snapdragon X11 LTE modem for 4G connectivity and efficient network management.
| Specification | MediaTek Dimensity 810 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G |
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| Modem name | MediaTek 5G UltraSave | Snapdragon X11 LTE Modem |
| 5G/4G support | 5G Sub-6GHz, 4G LTE | 4G LTE |
| Maximum download speed | 2.77Gbps | 390Mbps |
| Maximum upload speed | 1.25Gbps | 150Mbps |
| Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Bluetooth version | 5.1 | 5.1 |
| GNSS | GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo | GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo |