he MediaTek Dimensity 9000 and Qualcomm Snapdragon 782G are 5G mobile processors built for premium and upper mid-range smartphones, combining advanced CPU architectures, GPU performance, and connectivity features. MediaTek Dimensity 9000 uses a 4nm process with Cortex-X2 cores and Mali-G710 graphics, while Qualcomm Snapdragon 782G uses a 6nm process with Cortex-A710 cores and Adreno 642L graphics for smartphone performance across gaming, cameras, and daily applications.
General
The MediaTek Dimensity 9000 and Qualcomm Snapdragon 782G differ in launch timeline, manufacturing process, target segment, and connectivity support. Dimensity 9000 uses TSMC's 4nm fabrication for flagship devices, while Snapdragon 782G uses a 6nm process designed for upper mid range smartphones with integrated 5G connectivity.
| Specification | MediaTek Dimensity 9000 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 782G |
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| Launch date | August 2021 | November 2022 |
| Brand | MediaTek | Qualcomm |
| Model | Dimensity 9000 | Snapdragon 782G |
| Target segment | Flagship smartphones | Upper mid range smartphones |
| 4G/5G support | 5G | 5G |
| Process node | 4nm | 6nm |
| Foundry | TSMC | TSMC |
CPU
MediaTek Dimensity 9000 uses an ARMv9 CPU design with Cortex-X2, Cortex-A710, and Cortex-A510 cores, reaching a maximum clock speed of 3.05GHz. Qualcomm Snapdragon 782G uses Kryo CPU architecture based on Cortex-A710 and Cortex-A510 cores, reaching up to 2.7GHz for multitasking, gaming, and app loading.
| Specification | MediaTek Dimensity 9000 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 782G |
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| CPU architecture | Cortex-X2 + Cortex-A710 + Cortex-A510 | Kryo 670 based on Cortex-A710 + Cortex-A510 |
| Performance cores | 1x Cortex-X2 @ 3.05GHz + 3x Cortex-A710 @ 2.85GHz | 1x Cortex-A710 @ 2.7GHz + 3x Cortex-A710 @ 2.4GHz |
| Efficiency cores | 4x Cortex-A510 @ 1.8GHz | 4x Cortex-A510 @ 1.8GHz |
| Process node | 4nm (TSMC) | 6nm (TSMC) |
| Maximum clock speed | 3.05GHz | 2.7GHz |
| Instruction set | ARMv9 | ARMv8.4-A |
| 64-bit support | Yes | Yes |
Graphics
MediaTek Dimensity 9000 uses the Mali-G710 MC10 GPU designed for high resolution gaming and graphics processing, while Qualcomm Snapdragon 782G uses the Adreno 642L GPU for games such as BGMI, Call of Duty Mobile, and Asphalt 9 at suitable settings. Both support modern graphics APIs for mobile gaming.
| Specification | MediaTek Dimensity 9000 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 782G |
|---|
| GPU model | Mali-G710 MC10 | Adreno 642L |
| GPU generation | Valhall third generation | Adreno 600 series |
| GPU clock speed | Up to 850MHz | Up to 500MHz |
| Gaming resolution | Up to QHD+ | Up to Full HD+ |
| Vulkan support | Vulkan 1.3 | Vulkan 1.1 |
| OpenGL ES support | OpenGL ES 3.2 | OpenGL ES 3.2 |
| Hardware video acceleration | Yes | Yes |
| AI upscaling | MediaTek HyperEngine | Qualcomm Game Quick Touch and Adreno enhancements |
Memory
MediaTek Dimensity 9000 and Qualcomm Snapdragon 782G support high speed memory technologies designed for multitasking, gaming, and faster application loading. MediaTek Dimensity 9000 supports LPDDR5X memory with higher transfer speeds, while Qualcomm Snapdragon 782G supports LPDDR5 memory for smartphones running apps such as Chrome, WhatsApp, YouTube, and camera tools.
| Specification | MediaTek Dimensity 9000 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 782G |
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| Memory type | LPDDR5X | LPDDR5 |
| Maximum memory frequency | 7,500Mbps | 3,200Mbps |
| Memory bus width | 4x16-bit | 2x16-bit |
| Memory bandwidth | 60GB/s | 25.6GB/s |
| Maximum RAM support | 24GB | 16GB |
| ECC support | Yes | Yes |
Multimedia (ISP)
MediaTek Dimensity 9000 uses the Imagiq 790 ISP with support for high resolution cameras, 8K video recording, and advanced imaging features. Qualcomm Snapdragon 782G uses the Spectra 570L ISP with support for 200MP camera sensors, HDR photography, and video processing for social media content and daily photography.
| Specification | MediaTek Dimensity 9000 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 782G |
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| ISP name | MediaTek Imagiq 790 | Qualcomm Spectra 570L |
| UFS version | UFS 3.1 | UFS 3.1 |
| Maximum display resolution | 2960 × 1440 pixels | 2520 × 1080 pixels |
| Display refresh rate | 180Hz Full HD+ / 120Hz WQHD+ | 144Hz Full HD+ |
| Maximum camera resolution | 320MP | 200MP |
| Multi-camera support | Triple camera with AI processing | Triple camera with staggered HDR support |
| Video capture | 8K @ 24fps, 4K @ 60fps | 4K @ 30fps |
| Video playback | 8K video decoding | 4K HDR video playback |
| Supported codecs | H.264, H.265, AV1 | H.264, H.265, VP9 |
Connectivity and network
MediaTek Dimensity 9000 and Qualcomm Snapdragon 782G include integrated 5G modems for smartphone connectivity. Dimensity 9000 uses the MediaTek M80 modem with higher peak download capability, while Snapdragon 782G uses the Snapdragon X53 5G Modem-RF System for Sub-6GHz connectivity, Wi-Fi support, and Bluetooth connections.
| Specification | MediaTek Dimensity 9000 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 782G |
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| 5G modem | MediaTek M80 | Snapdragon X53 5G Modem-RF System |
| 5G support | Sub-6GHz and mmWave ready | Sub-6GHz |
| Maximum download speed | 7Gbps | 3.7Gbps |
| Maximum upload speed | 2.5Gbps | 1.6Gbps |
| Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth version | 5.3 | 5.2 |
| GNSS | GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo, QZSS | GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo, QZSS |