MediaTek Dimensity 920 and Samsung Exynos 1330 are octa-core 5G processors designed for upper budget and mid-range smartphones. Dimensity 920 uses a 6nm TSMC process and focuses on balanced performance with high-refresh-rate displays, gaming and photography support. Exynos 1330 is built on Samsung’s 5nm EUV process and prioritises power efficiency, smooth multitasking and reliable everyday performance. This comparison covers CPU, GPU, memory, multimedia and connectivity specifications.
General
MediaTek Dimensity 920 was launched in 2021 for upper budget and mid-range 5G smartphones, while Samsung Exynos 1330 was launched in 2023 for affordable and mid-range 5G devices. Both processors feature octa-core CPU designs, integrated 5G modems and support features such as gaming, video streaming, photography and multitasking.
| Specification | MediaTek Dimensity 920 | Samsung Exynos 1330 |
| Brand | MediaTek | Samsung |
| Launch date | August 2021 | February 2023 |
| Processor model | Dimensity 920 | Exynos 1330 |
| Target segment | Upper budget and mid-range 5G smartphones | Affordable and mid-range 5G smartphones |
| CPU cores | 8-core | 8-core |
| Process node | 6nm | 5nm EUV |
| Foundry | TSMC | Samsung |
| Integrated modem | 5G | 5G |
| 64-bit support | Yes | Yes |
CPU
MediaTek Dimensity 920 uses two Cortex-A78 performance cores and six Cortex-A55 efficiency cores to support activities such as app launches, gaming, browsing and multitasking. Samsung Exynos 1330 also uses Cortex-A78 and Cortex-A55 cores, with a slightly lower peak clock speed and a newer 5nm EUV process designed for improved power efficiency during daily smartphone usage.
| Specification | MediaTek Dimensity 920 | Samsung Exynos 1330 |
| CPU architecture | ARM Cortex-A78 + Cortex-A55 | ARM Cortex-A78 + Cortex-A55 |
| Performance cores | 2x Cortex-A78 @ 2.5GHz | 2x Cortex-A78 @ 2.4GHz |
| Efficiency cores | 6x Cortex-A55 @ 2.0GHz | 6x Cortex-A55 @ 2.0GHz |
| Total cores | 8 | 8 |
| Maximum clock speed | 2.5GHz | 2.4GHz |
| Instruction set | ARMv8.2-A | ARMv8-A |
| 64-bit architecture | Yes | Yes |
Graphics
MediaTek Dimensity 920 integrates the Mali-G68 MC4 GPU, offering higher graphics core count for gaming, video playback and graphics rendering. Samsung Exynos 1330 features the Mali-G68 MP2 GPU, designed for smooth UI animations, casual gaming and multimedia consumption.
| Specification | MediaTek Dimensity 920 | Samsung Exynos 1330 |
| GPU | Mali-G68 MC4 | Mali-G68 MP2 |
| GPU architecture | ARM Valhall | ARM Valhall |
| Vulkan support | Vulkan 1.2 | Vulkan 1.2 |
| OpenGL ES | 3.2 | 3.2 |
| OpenCL | 2.0 | 2.0 |
| AI graphics acceleration | Supported | Supported |
| Typical use cases | Gaming, video streaming and graphics rendering | Casual gaming, social media and multimedia playback |
Memory
MediaTek Dimensity 920 and Samsung Exynos 1330 support LPDDR4X and LPDDR5 memory configurations for smoother multitasking, faster application loading and improved background app management. Both processors support UFS storage standards, helping reduce app installation times and improving file transfer speeds.
| Specification | MediaTek Dimensity 920 | Samsung Exynos 1330 |
| Memory type | LPDDR4X, LPDDR5 | LPDDR4X, LPDDR5 |
| Maximum memory frequency | 4266Mbps | 6400Mbps |
| Storage support | UFS 2.2, UFS 3.1 | UFS 2.2, UFS 3.1 |
| Maximum RAM support | Up to 16GB | Up to 16GB |
| ECC memory | No | No |
Multimedia (ISP)
MediaTek Dimensity 920 features the Imagiq 2.0 ISP, supporting up to 108MP cameras, 4K video recording and AI-based image processing. Samsung Exynos 1330 supports 108MP camera sensors, HDR photography and 4K video recording for detailed images and high-quality video capture.
| Specification | MediaTek Dimensity 920 | Samsung Exynos 1330 |
| ISP | MediaTek Imagiq 2.0 | Samsung ISP |
| Maximum camera resolution | 108MP | 108MP |
| Multi-camera support | Dual cameras | Dual cameras |
| Maximum display resolution | 2520 × 1080 | Full HD+ |
| Maximum refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Video recording | 4K @ 30fps | 4K @ 30fps |
| Video playback | 4K HDR | 4K UHD |
| Video codecs | H.264, H.265, VP9, AV1 decode | H.264, H.265, VP9, AV1 decode |
Connectivity and network
MediaTek Dimensity 920 and Samsung Exynos 1330 integrate 5G modems for faster downloads, online gaming, video streaming and video calls. Dimensity 920 supports higher peak download speeds and Wi-Fi 6 connectivity, while Exynos 1330 offers reliable 5G connectivity with support for modern wireless standards.
| Specification | MediaTek Dimensity 920 | Samsung Exynos 1330 |
| Integrated modem | MediaTek 5G modem | Samsung 5G modem |
| 5G support | Sub-6GHz | Sub-6GHz |
| Maximum download speed | Up to 4.7Gbps | Up to 3.67Gbps |
| Maximum upload speed | Up to 2.5Gbps | Up to 1.28Gbps |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) | Wi-Fi 5/6 (802.11ac/ax) |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.2 |
| GNSS | GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou, NavIC, QZSS | GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou, NavIC |