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From AI to Gaming: What Makes the MediaTek Dimensity 9400 a Flagship Standout

MediaTek — Wed, 27 May 2026 10:45:56 +0000

From AI to Gaming: What Makes the MediaTek Dimensity 9400 a Flagship Standout

Flagship smartphones are now expected to deliver far more. AI, advanced gaming, imaging, and fast connectivity are now standard expectations. What truly defines a premium flagship today is stable performance, efficient heat control, power efficiency, and reliability. The MediaTek Dimensity 9400 is built around exactly these requirements.

Designed as a next-generation flagship 5G chipset, this MediaTek chipset brings together AI-driven experiences, secure on-device processing, and high-end graphics.

This helps OEMs build faster, more responsive, and power-efficient flagship smartphones across premium Android portfolios.

Architecture: TSMC’s Second-Generation 3nm

Every chipset's performance comes down to the process node it is built on. The MediaTek Dimensity 9400 is a 3nm smartphone chipset built on TSMC’s advanced process. A smaller node means more transistors, which in turn, plays a big part in improving both performance and energy use at the same time.

The result is up to 40% better power efficiency over the previous generation. For teams working with tight thermal and battery targets, this headroom shows up in longer endurance and more stable performance during heavy use.

CPU: Built for Consistent Performance

The Dimensity 9400 runs on a second-generation all-big-core CPU. The main core is the Arm Cortex-X925 at 3.62GHz, and it is further backed by three Cortex-X4 cores and four Cortex-A720 cores.

Every core in this setup is a high-performance unit, so the chipset handles demanding tasks consistently without slowing down under pressure.

This brings up to 35% faster single-core performance and up to 28% faster multi-core performance over the previous generation. It is also the only MediaTek flagship 5G chipset with Armv9.2 architecture, which is the latest CPU generation available today. The Armv9.2 architecture means faster on-device AI tasks, smoother gaming, better camera processing, among others.

As a result, smartphones (or future tablets) built on this platform stay competitive in the market for longer as a result.

The chipset also doubles the L2 cache and adds 50% more L3 cache. More on-chip cache means the processor gets the data it needs faster, without waiting. This shows up as quicker app launches, smoother multitasking, and better responsiveness during heavy use.

Memory runs on LPDDR5X at 10667Mbps, allowing the processing units to access data much faster. The result is faster AI processing and more stable gaming performance.

Gaming: High Performance With Efficient Power Use

Mobile gaming pushes a chipset harder than most other tasks. The Dimensity 9400 includes Arm Immortalis-G925, a 12-core GPU built on Arm's fifth-generation graphics architecture.

This is the graphics engine responsible for game visuals and rendering, delivering smoother gameplay and richer graphics during demanding games.

Peak GPU performance is up to 41% faster than the previous generation. Raytracing performance also improves by up to 40%, and power use drops by up to 44%.

Better visuals at lower power means less heat buildup and better battery life during long gaming sessions.

The GPU also supports opacity micromaps (OMM). This is a rendering feature that handles detailed surfaces like hair, leaves, and glass with accurate lighting. Game developers can create richer visuals without a heavy performance cost.

HyperEngine adds smart performance management on top, while the Adaptive Gaming Technology 3.0 keeps frame rates steady through long sessions. The Frame Rate Converter also smooths out drops in real time, and Super Resolution maintains visual sharpness while saving power.

These together make it the fastest mobile gaming chipset, with a seamless experience from start to finish.

Advanced On-Device AI

Dimensity 9400 is an AI smartphone processor that goes beyond running standard models. The 8th-generation NPU 890 integrates the Dimensity Agentic AI Engine (DAE). It is the world's first on-device agentic AI engine available to developers through a smartphone chipset.

Agentic AI is different from regular generative AI. Instead of answering one prompt at a time, it can carry out multi-step tasks on its own across different apps and services. For partners, this means a new level of AI-driven experiences that run fully on the device.

The numbers are strong as well. LLM prompt processing is 80% faster, and diffusion model generation is also faster than the previous generation. This helps AI features respond more quickly and generate results faster.

The NPU supports advanced generative AI capabilities, including Mixture of Experts (MoE) large language models, Diffusion Transformer (DiT) models, among others.

In simple terms, this is the AI engine of the chipset. MoE helps use only the needed parts of a model for efficiency. DiT improves image generation quality. LoRA training allows quick AI fine-tuning on-device.

Whether on a Dimensity 9400 phone or a Dimensity 9400 tablet, this AI capability puts the platform clearly ahead.

Camera: Reliable Quality at Every Zoom Level

The Imagiq 1090 ISP solves a common problem in mobile cameras. It keeps HDR video quality consistent across the full zoom range. Most chipsets lose quality when switching between focal lengths.

The Dimensity 9400 maintains the same output throughout, which is a direct advantage for product teams where camera performance is a key selling point.

Gen-AI Super Zoom uses generative AI to enhance zoomed images up to 100X magnification, which improves clarity. On the efficiency side, 4K60 video capture is up to 14% more power efficient, and AI-ISP segmentation improves efficiency by up to 60%.

For devices aimed at content creators or professional users, these gains have a direct impact on the product experience.

Connectivity: Strong Across Every Standard

This high performance 5G processor for Android phones uses a 3GPP Release-17 modem, along with support for sub-6GHz 4CC carrier aggregation. This combines multiple network bands for faster and more stable 5G speeds, up to 7Gbps.

MediaTek UltraSave 4.0 reduces 5G power use by 18%, extending battery life during data usage. AI Network Suite 2.0 improves throughput by 15% in weak signal areas, improving stability when network conditions are inconsistent. Plus, it also brings advanced Wi-Fi 7 support to the table.

These features combined make the Dimensity 9400 chipset a strong fit for enterprise and premium devices.

Display and Audio: Full Platform Coverage

The Dimensity 9400 supports WQHD+ displays at up to 180Hz, enabling sharper visuals and very smooth motion for displays. Tri-port MIPI support enables tri-fold display setups, giving OEM partners a ready path into the next generation of foldable device form factors.

Bluetooth audio supports 24-bit/384KHz lossless quality. This means more sound detail is preserved during wireless playback. It delivers clearer vocals and richer audio compared to standard Bluetooth.

AI Audio Focus removes background noise during recording. It keeps the main voice clearer in real-world environments. These features make the chipset well-suited for content creation, streaming, and professional audio use.

Dimensity 9400 AnTuTu Score

The Dimensity 9400 AnTuTu score crosses 2.4 million across tested smartphones. This puts it at the top of the Android flagship processor 2026 tier.

For businesses presenting device performance to buyers, this provides a clear and reliable benchmark.

Conclusion

The MediaTek Dimensity 9400 covers every area that matters for a flagship smartphone in 2026. AI performance, gaming output, camera quality, connectivity, and power efficiency all move forward together.

FAQs

What process node zoes the MediaTek Dimensity 9400 use?
It is built on TSMC's second-generation 3nm process for strong power efficiency and performance output.
Does the Dimensity 9400 support tablet form factors?
Yes, it supports tri-fold display configurations and advanced AI features, making it well-suited for next-generation tablet platforms.
What makes it stand out for mobile gaming?
The Immortalis-G925 GPU with raytracing, opacity micromaps, and HyperEngine technologies deliver strong performance and efficiency across long gaming sessions.
What AI models does the NPU 890 support?
It supports MoE LLMs, Diffusion Transformer models, multimodal inputs, and on-device LoRA training through the Dimensity Agentic AI Engine.

MediaTek IoT Platform: Reducing Cost, Time, and Complexity for Enterprises

MediaTek — Tue, 19 May 2026 12:49:02 +0000

Smart devices are no longer a futuristic concept. They are running factories, managing retail stores, powering hospital equipment, and keeping supply chains moving. Behind each of these devices is a chipset, a connectivity layer, and a software platform that either makes development straightforward or makes it costly. For enterprises that cannot afford to get that choice wrong, MediaTek IoT applications have become a preferred choice.

It brings together connectivity, edge AI processing, certified cellular connectivity, and commercial display solutions into a single ecosystem. This is where MediaTek IoT development helps by reducing fragmentation, risk, and speeding up time to market. Read further to learn how all of this is being made possible.

Why IoT Complexity Is a Real Problem for Enterprises

Let us be honest. Building IoT products is not just hard because of the technology. It is hard because of everything around the technology. You need a chipset that gives power. You need reliable and certified wireless connectivity. You also need software tools that your team can actually use. And you need all of this to fit within a budget that makes the product commercially viable.

This is exactly the problem that enterprise IoT solutions built on MediaTek are designed to solve, especially when backed by low-power IoT chipset solutions that balance performance and efficiency.

The MediaTek IoT Portfolio

From factory floors to hospital kiosks, MediaTek's IoT platforms are already powering products people interact with every day. Here is a look at what the portfolio covers and what it means for enterprises building on top of it.

MediaTek Genio

The Genio processor family is the foundation of MediaTek's IoT development for commercial and industrial use. Each MediaTek Genio chipset integrates three key components in one package – a multi-core CPU for general processing, a GPU for graphics, and an NPU (Neural Processing Unit) specifically for AI tasks.

This means AI workloads run directly on the device, with no cloud required. Everything happens locally, which means faster responses, lower data costs, and no dependency on a constant internet connection. And this means boon for services, especially when it comes to IoT solutions for smart retail.

MediaTek's newest addition to its IoT portfolio – the MediaTek Genio Pro 5100 (launched at Embedded World 2026) – not only brings flagship-class compute but also multimedia support to industrial IoT. Workloads that previously needed cloud infrastructure can now run entirely at the edge.

The best part is that Genio platforms support Android, Yocto Linux, and Ubuntu, all with full Board Support Packages (BSPs) included. They also come with a 10-year supply longevity guarantee, so enterprises do not have to worry about hardware going end-of-life mid-deployment. This makes them ideal IoT hardware for enterprise devices that require long-term stability.

Modem-Based IoT

Devices that connect over 4G or 5G networks, such as fleet management terminals, asset trackers, field service tablets, or utility meters, usually face one big issue before they can go to market, i.e, carrier certification which can be a lengthy and expensive process.

MediaTek's modem-based platforms solve this by integrating globally carrier-approved cellular technology from day one, and this alone can save months in the development process.

The portfolio also covers shorter-range and local connectivity needs:

MediaTek Bluetooth IoT handles low-power and short-range scenarios like zone-level asset tracking, employee badge systems, smart locks, and wearable monitoring devices.

MediaTek Wi-Fi IoT covers higher-throughput local connectivity for smart displays, warehouse data terminals, and retail POS systems.

Both live within the same MediaTek ecosystem, so development teams are not juggling separate chipset vendors or incompatible software stacks at the same time.

Commercial Display SoCs

A lot of enterprise operations run through screens: retail signage, check-in kiosks, interactive whiteboards, POS terminals, factory HMI panels. MediaTek's Commercial Display SoCs are built for exactly these environments.

They support 4K multimedia playback, multi-display output, and hardware-accelerated graphics, all on Android with a complete BSP and full lifecycle support included. For enterprises rolling out displays at scale, across hundreds of stores or hospital locations, consistency and long-term software support are non-negotiable. These SoCs are built with that in mind, strengthening enterprise IoT solutions across industries.

What Enterprises Actually Gain

Across the portfolio, a few things stand out for businesses:

Genio chipsets are built with extended operating temperature ranges, so they can run reliably in tough environments like outdoor transportation hubs or cold storage facilities.

The 10-year supply guarantee means fewer forced hardware redesigns mid-production.

A maintained software stack across Linux, Android, and Yocto, with SDKs and developer tools included, means less time spent on foundational work and more time building IoT hardware for enterprise devices.

A global partner network covering SOM providers, ODMs, AI software companies, and system integrators means even smaller teams can build capable and production-ready products within the broader ecosystem of MediaTek IoT applications.

Some of the companies are already powering their IoT devices,

VIA Technologies built AI-powered workplace safety systems on Genio 700.
ADLINK developed smart display modules on Genio 520 and 720.
Barco built next-generation hybrid meeting solutions using the MediaTek platform.

And for everyday users, the impact is just as real. The smart projector at home, the fitness console at the gym, the interactive display at the airport, the video conferencing screen in the meeting room. MediaTek's platforms are already running behind all of it.

FAQs

Q: What is MediaTek Genio?

It is MediaTek's IoT processor family combining CPU, GPU, and NPU for on-device AI, built for commercial and industrial devices with a 10-year supply guarantee.

Q: Does MediaTek support both Android and Linux for IoT?

Yes. Genio platforms support Android, Yocto Linux, and Ubuntu, all with full BSP software included from day one.

Q: What connectivity does MediaTek IoT cover?

MediaTek covers Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and 4G/5G cellular through its integrated platforms, all within one unified ecosystem.

Q: How does MediaTek reduce certification risk for enterprises?

Its modem-based platforms come with carrier-approved cellular technology pre-integrated, cutting certification timelines significantly.

Q: Which industries actively use MediaTek IoT solutions?

Smart retail, industrial automation, healthcare, transportation, smart cities, enterprise collaboration, and education all have active deployments today.

What Makes MediaTek IoT a Reliable Platform for Connected Devices?

MediaTek — Tue, 12 May 2026 10:40:14 +0000

Connected devices are now a core part of how modern systems run. They power everything from industrial automation and healthcare systems to retail operations and smart infrastructure. These devices are expected to respond instantly, handle heavy workloads, and stay reliable.

This makes the role of an IoT platform more important than ever. Furthermore, they must offer stability, scalability, efficiency, and smooth integration across different device types. MediaTek IoT is built around these requirements, bringing compute, connectivity, and edge intelligence together in a unified approach.

Here, we explore what makes MediaTek IoT solutions a dependable foundation for building connected devices across both industrial and everyday applications.

MediaTek IoT: What the Platform Does at Its Core

Most connected devices collect data, send it to a remote server, wait for it to process, and then act on the response. That works when connectivity is stable. However, in most real-world deployments, the said connectivity is not guaranteed.

MediaTek's platform processes data directly on the device. This reduces response time, lowers dependence on internet connectivity, and keeps sensitive data local, which is very important in regulated industries like healthcare and finance.

This is enabled through integrated AI acceleration hardware (NPUs) that handle inference workloads locally instead of routing everything to cloud compute.

MediaTek also combines multiple wireless technologies into a single chipset. For manufacturers, this reduces component count, simplifies board design, and lowers production cost.

Security is built right into these IoT chipset too, such as encrypted storage, a protected boot process, and a dedicated environment for sensitive operations. It is part of the chipset's architecture, not a software layer added on top.

To understand where this platform fits in the real world, let’s look at how it performs across key industries.

Industrial Automation

MediaTek IoT platform for industrial automation brings together edge AI processing, multi-core ARM architectures, and Time-Sensitive Networking (TSN) for industrial IoT.

Many industrial designs now use Genio‑based platforms (like Genio 520/720). These are 6nm SoCs with octa‑core CPUs, NPUs, and support for up to six FHD30 cameras. That lets you run lightweight object detection or defect‑inspection models on multiple camera streams at once.

They support Wi‑Fi 6/6E, Wi‑Fi 7, and 5G RedCap‑ready modems, so robots, AGVs, and sensor gateways stay connected across large plants. A 5G RedCap‑enabled box can send sensor data with low latency and low power, which is perfect for remote nodes.

Genio platforms are rated for −40°C to +105°C, so they can run in outdoor manufacturing sites or hot machine rooms, and this makes the platform suitable for continuous industrial deployment where downtime is not an option.

This mix of edge AI, strong cores, and modern connectivity helps you build an industrial IoT platform that scales from one line to a whole factory.

Smart Home

MediaTek IoT chip for smart home focuses on longevity and scalability with Wi‑Fi, Bluetooth, and multi‑camera support, so you can build multiple device types without redesigning each time.

For example, MT8788 integrates 4G LTE Cat‑7, Wi‑Fi 5, Bluetooth 4.2, and multi‑GNSS in one SoC. This means a smart panel, security hub, or home display can stay online over LTE even where Wi‑Fi is weak.

It supports 4K video decoding and cameras up to 32MP, so smart cameras and baby monitors look good in both day and night. This is useful for doorbell cameras, indoor‑outdoor hubs, and always‑connected panels. It also integrates multi-stream image processing, allowing simultaneous handling of multiple camera feeds without external ISP hardware.

Packing Wi‑Fi, Bluetooth, cameras, and basic edge features into one chipset cuts parts, saves power, and speeds up certification. Product teams can ship faster and at lower cost. This is what makes the platform practical for building always-connected home devices without increasing design complexity.

Smart Cities

MediaTek powers edge-AI SoCs and advanced connectivity solutions. And these, in turn, can be used to manage traffic, utilities, and public infrastructure in smart cities.

For instance, traffic cameras with MediaTek‑based edge AI can count vehicles, detect congestion, and adjust signal timings locally. Many chipsets include dedicated NPUs that run light vision models, so they react in milliseconds instead of waiting for the cloud.

By doing the work at the edge, the system sends only alerts or summary data to the cloud. That saves bandwidth and cloud cost, which matters in 2026 as cities add more cameras and sensors.

MediaTek‑based NB‑IoT / LTE‑M modules also find use in streetlights and environment sensors that follow massive‑IoT standards. These give deep coverage, long battery life, and global roaming.

This makes MediaTek a realistic backbone for an industrial IoT platform in smart‑city projects.

Healthcare

MediaTek powers smart IoT Solutions in the connected healthcare arena as well. For example, a mobile device built with MediaTek can scan a patient’s wristband, pull EMR records from the cloud over Wi‑Fi or 4G, and warn the nurse if a dose is missed or if vitals drift out of range. This is useful in busy hospitals where staff cannot always check every screen manually.

This also extends to MediaTek IoT connectivity for wearables, enabling continuous tracking of patient vitals through connected health devices in real time.

These devices run on chipsets with secure boot and hardware encryption engines, so sensitive PHI stays protected from device to cloud. For product teams, MediaTek IoT solutions for healthcare are not just smart sensors, but they are security‑aware platforms that help meet strict regulatory and privacy standards.

MediaTek’s long‑life support and 7‑year‑plus modem programs let hospital‑grade and home‑monitoring devices stay in use for years without frequent hardware changes. That reduces cost and risk for healthcare organisations.

Commercial Displays

With edge-AI platforms paired with advanced connectivity, MediaTek’s commercial display platforms power kiosks, signage, and interactive displays that feel more intelligent and responsive.

These chipsets support 4K HEVC video decoding and encoding, dual‑active displays, and up to 5K‑class resolution. That lets mall kiosks, airport info boards, and retail displays show high‑quality graphics, live feeds, and QR codes without stutter.

They also include Wi‑Fi 6/6E and support 5G‑ready modems, so content can be updated instantly, and device status can be checked from a central dashboard. For IT teams, that means you can treat these displays as proper IoT endpoints that you can manage across many locations.

For product managers and developers, this means MediaTek gives you a way to build commercial displays that are connected, secure, and built for long‑term use in retail, transport, and healthcare.

Conclusion

Choosing the MediaTek IoT applications is about choosing a platform that stays stable, updated, and scales with your business instead of limiting it. Its features make it easy to plan products for 2026 and beyond across smart homes, factories, hospitals, smart cities, and commercial displays.

For technical teams, this means less time fighting low‑level hardware issues and more time building features that users actually value. For business leaders, it means you can standardise on one IoT hardware manufacturer and build custom IoT solutions on a single and reliable foundation that covers multiple industries.

In short, MediaTek IoT gives you a practical, spec‑clear, and future‑ready platform for the connected devices of today and tomorrow.

FAQs

1. Why should I choose MediaTek IoT for my connected devices?

It offers a scalable, long‑life platform with strong connectivity, edge AI, and ecosystem support that works across smart homes, factories, healthcare, and smart cities

2. Is MediaTek IoT suitable for small startups as well as big enterprises?

Yes, it gives startups a fast time‑to‑market with reference designs, and enterprises get a stable, enterprise‑ready base they can scale across many products

3. How does MediaTek IoT help reduce development time and cost?

It lets you reuse chipsets, SDKs, and security models across multiple product lines, cutting hardware redesigns, certifications, and firmware rework.

4. Does MediaTek IoT support future technologies like 5G and Wi‑Fi 7?

Yes, IoT platforms by MediaTek include 4G/5G‑ready modems, Wi‑Fi 6/6E, and Wi‑Fi 7 support so your devices can stay up‑to‑date as networks evolve.

How MediaTek Dimensity 9500 Brings Smarter AI in Flagships

MediaTek — Tue, 24 Mar 2026 09:31:17 +0000

In 2026, the most in-demand phones are those that are able to fit the real needs of the customers, rather than phones with superior chips or high-quality cameras. Real-time translation, generative AI, and contextual computing are very much real. And a chipset at the center of the AI experience is the Mediatek Dimensity 9500.

The Dimensity 9500 – MediaTek’s 2025 flagship – is designed for next gen smartphones, thanks to its strong on-device AI, high processing power, and better efficiency. Supporting MediaTek's NPU 990, this chipset is built to deliver smarter, faster, and more responsive AI across a wide range of applications.

Advanced On-Device Artificial Intelligence
AI is not confined to simple improvements anymore - it powers a vast amount of features and devices, like photography and voice assistants, as well as real-time content creation. Dimensity 9500 has a MediaTek NPU 990 at its core for faster and smarter on-device AI processing.

This advanced NPU is capable of supporting big and complex AI workloads, including Agentic AI and Generative AI. Thanks to it, real-time translation, texts & image generation, and contextual support will work more efficiently and effectively without having to refer to cloud-based processing.

The MediaTek Dimensity 9500 has the capability to execute AI applications on the chip, reducing latency, enhancing responsiveness, and enhancing privacy. These AI capabilities allow a user to communicate in real-time - be it by editing images, summarising text, or through voice recognition.

Next-tier Generative AI Performance by Mediatek Dimensity 9500
Generative AI has rapidly emerged as one of the most valuable features on all devices. The Dimensity 9500 goes a step further to provide smooth on-device generative AI experiences.

The chipset has its updated NPU architecture that enables faster performance of large language models (LLMs) and multimodal AI tasks. This facilitates smartphones in the generation of text, editing pictures, and even facilitating creative processes in real-time.

The enhanced AI throughput makes sure that, besides being faster, these tasks are also power-efficient. It implies that users can use advanced AI devices at any time of the day without causing a great battery drain.

Dimensity 9500 - Smarter Artificial Intelligence in Daily Life

**The strength of the Dimensity 9500 lies in how it integrates AI into daily smartphone use. Rather than isolated features, AI forms a layer that builds up several functions at the same time.

It can be a matter of optimisation of app performance, better call quality, or multimedia playback - AI is in the middle of it all in streamlining daily tasks. Some of the most notable AI-enhanced features are intelligent camera processing, real-time recognition and enhancement, smarter power management depending on the usage patterns, and improved voice assistant responses.

The improved AI throughput will make sure that the device gets customised as per the user, making the experience smoother and personalised.

Efficiency and Advanced AI
The Dimensity 9500 is designed with a high-performance CPU, graphics card, and top-notch NPU. The chipset is programmed to allocate the workloads among these components intelligently. The NPU processes AI-specific tasks, and thus the CPU and the GPU load are minimised, leading to better efficiency.

This architecture is not only more efficient but also guarantees a long-term existence under heavy workloads, like in gaming, video processing, or even under constant loads of AI. Consequently, the Dimensity 9500 phones will be able to deliver a stable performance with comparatively less overheating and battery drainage than others.

Mediatek Dimensity 9500 - Improved Multimedia and Artificial Intelligence Imaging
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The use of AI in imaging and multimedia processing is very much dependent on modern smartphones. These are further augmented by the Dimensity 9500's advanced AI-driven image signal processing.

Dimensity 9500 phones support real-time HDR, better low-light photography, AI-based video enhancements, and smarter object identification. The chipset is able to handle complex imaging data quickly, allowing users to capture high-quality photos and videos effortlessly.

Moreover, AI video streaming and playback are enhanced as well. This helps maximise quality and reduce buffering to deliver a smooth multimedia experience.

Powering Devices Beyond Smartphones - AI Glasses

The AI capabilities of Dimensity 9500 go beyond smartphones. High-tech devices like next-generation AI glasses are also powered by this chipset.

The same NPU is used in these AI glasses to enable functions such as real-time translation, display of surrounding information, and smart visual recognition. This chipset is also contributing to the future of ambient computing by introducing the capability of processing powerful AI and the ability to run it on wearable devices.

This shows how MediaTek is more visionary in its approach to AI implementation across a wider range of devices, building a network of smart devices.

Conclusion
The MediaTek Dimensity 9500 introduces a more advanced level of intelligence to flagship smartphones by putting AI at the core of the user experience. This chipset’s performance is far beyond traditional computing with faster generative AI capabilities and more convenient day-to-day interactions.

With more and more smartphones becoming smarter and more adaptive personal assistants, Dimensity 9500 phones will have a significant role in the way users interact with technology!