When the the world's largest smartphone manufacturing company, which also manufactures processors, decides to buy the processors for its smartphones from you, is that you are doing something very well your work. That's what they should think about MediaTek, the Chinese company dedicated to manufacturing processors, which is emerging as a supplier to Samsung.
Although it cannot be officially confirmed, it would be MediaTek which would supply the processors that Samsung would later use in the manufacturing chain of its smartphones. They would be quad-core and octa-core processorsThe Chinese company had already become famous for being the choice of many factories producing low-cost private-label smartphones. However, it seems that Samsung will now also purchase its processors from them.
The processors manufactured by MediaTek, even though they are quad and octa-core, do not have a particularly remarkable raw performanceThe Asian company has focused on creating processors with a optimized energy consumption to improve the battery life of smartphones. Therefore, we can't expect the most ambitious flagships in the Galaxy family to feature a MediaTek processor. However, it wouldn't be so unusual to see how Samsung opts for these processors for their entry-level smartphones, as well as for those that it only launches in developing country markets, where it has to do everything possible to compete with the low-cost, white-label smartphones sold there.
Thus, they will most likely be the processors chosen for phones like a refreshed Galaxy Mini or Galaxy Ace, as well as the Galaxy Pocket, or Galaxy Win. We also can't rule out the launch of a phone with large, low-cost screen, something like a Galaxy Mega, but with a MediaTek processor and a more competitive price, especially aimed at those markets.
Why it fits technically: efficiency, HMP and caches
MediaTek has opted for Heterogeneous Multi-Processing (HMP), an evolution of the big.LITTLE design in which the system can use all of its cores at once or activate just one for light tasks. This allows switching between maximum power y battery saving depending on the load, fitting in with Samsung's strategy for mid-range and entry-level products.
In addition, the architecture and size of the L1, L2, and L3 caches make a difference: larger caches reduce latencies and increase sustained performance. MediaTek has improved these blocks in its recent series, benefiting the system fluidity and performance in real apps.
Another factor is the clock multiplier, which controls the CPU frequency. Fine-grained management of frequency and voltage scaling, along with HMP, results in less heat, less thermal throttling, and more stable autonomy in daily use.
Where it would make the most sense in the Galaxy catalog
- Entry and basic range: lines like the entry-level Galaxy A, where price and battery life outweigh maximum performance.
- Specific mid-range/affordable ranges for emerging markets, prioritizing cost per unit, reliable 4G/5G connectivity, and competent cameras.
- Models with large battery or large screens looking for thermal efficiency and extended screen hours.
MediaTek vs Snapdragon and Exynos: strengths and weaknesses
In the high-end, Qualcomm (Snapdragon 8 series) usually stands out for AI and machine learning, mature ecosystem and optimization with apps and games; in return, it may involve higher consumption and higher costs. MediaTek (Dimensity 9000 series) shines in Energy Efficiency , good thermal management and price/performance ratio, although some apps highly tuned to Qualcomm may perform better there and, depending on the modem used, the 5G optimization may vary.
Compared to Exynos, MediaTek offers an interesting balance for segments where Samsung is looking for competitive cost without sacrificing key features like NPU, advanced ISP, and 5G. In real-world use, with cameras, multitasking, and social media, the differences become blurred, and the ROM optimization It usually weighs more than a few benchmark points.
What to look for in a SoC beyond the cores
- ISP for photography and video: direct impact on HDR, focus and noise.
- NPU for on-device AI: improved portraits, translation, and smart tasks.
- GPU and sustained performance: key in games and system animations.
- 4G/5G Modem, WiFi and Bluetooth: coverage stability and real speed.
- Memory support (RAM/storage): Bandwidth and system response.
The combination of HMP, well-sized caches, frequency control and blocks like ISP/NPU explains why Samsung can switch between Exynos, Snapdragon and MediaTek according to product objectives. For the user, the important thing will be that the model is fluid, fresh and efficient, with updates and an experience consistent with its price.
