MediaTek Helio X10

MediaTek Helio X10
Benchmarks & Specs

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The MediaTek Helio X10 once represented a truly important chip in the smartphone world. This processor relied on the Cortex-A53 architecture, typically in an octa-core configuration, which was a considerable strength at the time. It was manufactured using the proven 28nm process, which was standard at the time.

It offered a solid mix of computing performance and energy efficiency for everyday tasks. It was a good choice, especially for users who were looking for a smooth experience. For graphics, a PowerVR G6200 unit was integrated, which supported the display of content and occasional games well.

This contributed significantly to the chip's good multimedia performance. With a maximum memory bandwidth of 15 GB/s, the MediaTek Helio X10 could process data quickly, enabling a responsive system feel. Many mid-range smartphones relied on this processor and benefited from its reliability. Although it wasn't designed for the most demanding high-end applications, it handled numerous tasks with ease.

We remember how often this chip was used in devices and how reliably it performed its service there. The MediaTek Helio X10 was definitely a pioneering building block in its era, making powerful smartphones accessible to many.
  • Solid computing power and energy efficiency thanks to Octa-Core Cortex-A53 architecture.
  • Integrated PowerVR G6200 graphics for good multimedia performance.
  • 15 GB/s memory bandwidth for responsive system feel.

Performance Overview
Average performance across multiple benchmarks

Single-core performance
Rank ? / ?
In segment Smartphone / Tablet
Multi-core performance
Rank ? / ?
In segment Smartphone / Tablet
Geekbench 5, 64bit Single-Core

Geekbench 5, 64bit Single-Core
Single-core performance

Samsung Exynos 850
8C / 8T · 2.00 GHz
178
Samsung Exynos 5430
8C / 8T · 2.00 GHz
175
MediaTek Helio X10
8C / 8T · 2.00 GHz
174
HiSilicon Kirin 655
8C / 8T · 2.12 GHz
168
MediaTek Helio P35
8C / 8T · 2.30 GHz
167
Geekbench 5, 64bit Multi-Core

Geekbench 5, 64bit Multi-Core
Multi-core performance

HiSilicon Kirin 650
8C / 8T · 2.00 GHz
763
MediaTek Helio P22
8C / 8T · 2.00 GHz
722
MediaTek Helio X10
8C / 8T · 2.00 GHz
693
Samsung Exynos W1000
5C / 5T · 1.60 GHz
684
Qualcomm Snapdragon 808
6C / 6T · 1.82 GHz
675
iGPU - FP32 Performance (Single-precision GFLOPS)

iGPU - FP32 Performance (Single-precision GFLOPS)

Samsung Exynos 9609
ARM Mali-G72 MP3
94
Samsung Exynos 9610
ARM Mali-G72 MP3
94
MediaTek Helio X10
PowerVR G6200
90
MediaTek MT8173
PowerVR GX6250
90
MediaTek Helio P60
ARM Mali-G72 MP3
89

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At a glance

PropertyValue
FamilyMediatek Helio (37)
CPU groupMediaTek Helio X10 (1)
ArchitectureCortex-A53
Technology28 nm
SegmentSmartphone / Tablet
Socket
Generation1
Predecessor
Successor

CPU Cores and Base Frequency

PropertyValue
CPU Cores / Threads8 / 8
Hyperthreading / SMT
Core architecturenormal
Cores: 8x Cortex-A53
Frequency: 2.00 GHz
Turbo Frequency (1 Core):
Turbo Frequency (8 Cores):
L2-Cache
L3-Cache
OverclockingNo

Integrated graphics (iGPU)

PropertyValue
GPU namePowerVR G6200
GPU frequency0.70 - 0.70 GHz
CUs / Shader2 / 32
Raytracing
Max. displays2
Max. GPU Memory
Technology28 nm
Release dateQ1/2012

Memory & PCIe

Memory typeMemory bandwidth
LPDDR3-1866
14.9 GB/s
PropertyValue
Max. Memory4 GB
Memory channels2
ECC
PCIe
PCIe Bandwidth

Thermal Management

PropertyValue
TDP
TDP (PL2)
TDP up
TDP down
T. junction max.

Technical details

PropertyValue
Chip designChiplet
AES-NI
Operating systemsAndroid
Instruction setArmv8-A (64 bit)
ISA extensions
Release dateQ3/2014
Release price
DocumentsTechnical data sheet
MediaTek Helio X10
MediaTek Helio X10
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