Dimensity 1000 Plus
Dimensity 1000 Plus is an octa-core chipset with four Cortex A-77 cores and four Cortex A-55 cores. It is built on a 7nm process, which helps in the efficiency level of the smartphone. The Dimensity Plus supports up to 144Hz refresh rate, which is almost 2.4 times faster per second than an ordinary 60Hz display. This particular feature has been one of the most talked about features of the Dimensity 1000 Plus. With 144Hz refresh rate, users can enjoy a lag-free experience. To boost this up, the Dimensity 1000 Plus also incorporates the Nubia Red Magic 5G that sports the 144Hz display. In simpler version,
CPU
Architecture 4x 2.6 GHz — Cortex-A77
4x 2 GHz — Cortex-A55
Cores 8
Frequency 2600 MHz
Instruction set ARMv8.3-A
L3 cache 0.512 MB
Process 7 nanometers
The Dimensity 1000 Plus chipset is more than just its CPU configuration. It has a bunch of things to offer which ensures a top-notch level of performance to its users. There is a Rapid Response Engine which guarantees lag-free gaming experience and also ensures Bluetooth or Wi-Fi transmission simultaneously with no hiccups or strains whatsoever. The Dimensity 1000 Plus also encompasses the HyperEngine 2.0 technology which augments the smartphone to deliver a smooth, immersive gaming experience.
This includes a resource management engine that ensures game performance fluidity with minimal power consumption by managing CPU, GPU and memory resources. It also comes packed with the latest MiraVision technology, which is designed to improve per frame picture quality. It uses the integrated APU 3.0 to adjust per frame contrast and delivers better picture quality of 4K content in real-time. It is rumored that MiraVision Picture Quality Engine enables pictures with 4K content which is better than the standard HDR10+.
The battery efficiency of the chipset is better than many others that are available due to its new battery-saving technology as well as integrated nature. This chipset is capable of adjusting the modem’s power configuration and operating frequency as per network conditions and user activities that results in saving battery life. The SoC is capable of switching between 4G and 5G networks automatically based on application needs.
The comparisons between MediaTek and Qualcomm Snapdragon chipsets is nothing new. It has been done so, for all the other chipsets that both the brands have launched and the same protocol has been applied for comparing their chipsets when it comes to 5G as well. We have always known of Snapdragon chipsets to be expensive and it is nothing new with its 5G processors. Comparing the Dimensity 1000+ chipset with the likes of a similar or almost similar chipset would help to understand where each processor stands in terms of efficiency, power, speed and performance. Let’s bid the MediaTek Dimensity 1000+ against the Snapdragon 865+
Since both the chipsets are additions to the 5G segments, there is no doubt that they are integrated with the best of features and specs. On many parameters, the Snapdragon 865+ takes the lead over the MediaTek Dimensity 1000+.
However, I would say that it is only so-so on paper and in terms of the performance aspect, it is no match to the MediaTek Dimensity 1000+. Snapdragon 865 plus has a 1x 2.84GHz (Cortex A77) 3x 2.4GHz (Cortex A77) 4x 1.8GHz (Cortex-A55) CPU. It is 7nm in size. Snapdragon has an edge in terms of display rates by supporting 60Hz at 4K, and up to 144Hz for QHD+ screens. MediaTek notes that it supports 90Hz at QHD+ and 120Hz at FHD+ resolutions. However, the MediaTek chip has a 5 percent better CPU clock speed than the Snapdragon 865+ processor.
The overall CPU clock speed of this chipset tends to be better. Besides, it has some really amazing features present, such as hardware-assisted virtualization, out-of-order execution, AES and TrustZone etc. All these features are absent in the Snapdragon 865 Plus processor.
Dimensity 1000+ also comes with the MediaTek HyperEngine 2.0 game technology that allows it to support intense and power-packed games with ease. It also comes with the MediaTek 5G Ultra save technology that enhances the 5G modem and its performance. I have used MediaTek chipsets that are integrated with the HyperEngine Technology and the performance is top notch therefore, I see no match to that.
As far as the connectivity aspect of both the chipsets is considered, the Snapdragon 865+ supports both mmWave and sub-6Ghz flavors of 5G. Meanwhile, Dimensity 1000 plus only supports sub-6Ghz. This provides MediaTek with an edge because sub-6Ghz is expected to be the dominant form of 5G connectivity.
MediaTek Dimensity 1000+ undoubtedly comes across as the better option over the Snapdragon 865+ especially in terms of the performance.
