MediaTek officially launched its latest chipset, Dimensity 8450, at the India Dimensity Summit 2025, which also marked one year of MediaTek Connect. The event was attended by several leading smartphone manufacturers, including OPPO, Vivo, Motorola, Redmi, Realme, Infinix, Samsung, and Lava. It featured a gaming tournament and a comprehensive demonstration of MediaTek’s 5G chip lineup.
MediaTek Dimensity 8450 Specifications
The Dimensity 8450 is manufactured on a 4nm process, making it one of the most efficient and powerful chipsets available today. MediaTek uses an all-big-core CPU architecture, consisting of:
In the graphics sector, this chipset is supported by the Mali-G720 MC7 GPU, which is designed to deliver a smoother, more efficient, and more immersive visual experience, especially for multimedia and gaming needs.
One of the standout features of the Dimensity 8450 is the 880 NPU, which is combined with the Agentic AI Engine to support generative AI processing and large language models (LLM) directly on the device. This opens up opportunities for applications such as local chatbots, offline voice assistants, and more efficient AI-based smart photography features.
The chipset also features Live Broadcast Booster, a feature that improves facial clarity during live broadcasts while reducing power consumption by 7%.
MediaTek embeds the Imagiq 1080 Image Signal Processor (ISP) on the Dimensity 8450, which is capable of handling camera sensors up to 320MP. This ISP supports:
This combination enables high-quality image and video processing in real-time, suitable for content creators and professional photography needs.
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For the gaming segment, MediaTek brings HyperEngine MAGT 3.0 technology, which promises improved touch response and smoother 5G to Wi-Fi network switching. The Dimensity 8450 supports:
In addition, the Dimensity 8450 supports displays with WQHD+ resolution at a 144Hz refresh rate, as well as dual-screen configurations, opening up wider opportunities for manufacturers to present devices with innovative form factors.
In the Indian market, OPPO Reno 14 Pro will be the first smartphone to be launched with MediaTek Dimensity 8450. In addition, OPPO’s K series is also planned to use this chipset.
MediaTek Dimensity 8450 shows a significant technological leap by emphasizing power efficiency, on-device AI power, and premium gaming performance. With the ability to support high-resolution cameras, 4K HDR video processing, and advanced AI features integrated into the chipset, Dimensity 8450 is a serious contender in the 2025 flagship chipset market.
