MediaTek MT6572

MediaTek MT6572
Benchmarks & Specs

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The MediaTek MT6572 played a significant role in developing accessible smartphones. This processor, manufactured using the 28nm process, enabled decent energy efficiency. It utilized the proven Cortex-A9 architecture. This offered a reliable foundation for everyday tasks. The integrated ARM Mali-400 graphics unit was a clear advantage.

It supported basic multimedia applications and simple games.We see the MediaTek MT6572 as a chip that paved the way for many to access smartphones. Its 28nm manufacturing process was an advanced step. This helped minimize heat generation and power consumption. Manufacturer MediaTek positioned it as a core component for functional devices.

It provided a balanced solution for typical user needs. Solid computing power was provided for communication and web browsing. The simple operation of the devices was a priority. It significantly contributed to the spread of Android smartphones. Its architecture ensured a stable user experience.
  • Energy-efficient manufacturing (28 nm)
  • Reliable Cortex-A9 architecture
  • Integrated ARM Mali-400 graphics unit
  • Important contribution to smartphone distribution

Performance Overview
Average performance across multiple benchmarks

Single-core performance
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In segment Smartphone / Tablet
Multi-core performance
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In segment Smartphone / Tablet
iGPU - FP32 Performance (Single-precision GFLOPS)

iGPU - FP32 Performance (Single-precision GFLOPS)

MediaTek MT8117
PowerVR SGX544
5
MediaTek MT8121
PowerVR SGX544
5
MediaTek MT6572
ARM Mali-400
5
MediaTek MT6577T
PowerVR SGX531
4
MediaTek MT6577
PowerVR SGX531
4

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At a glance

PropertyValue
FamilyMediatek MT-Serie (72)
CPU groupMediaTek MT65xx A7 (14)
ArchitectureCortex-A9
Technology28 nm
SegmentSmartphone / Tablet
Socket
Generation1
Predecessor
Successor

CPU Cores and Base Frequency

PropertyValue
CPU Cores / Threads2 / 2
Hyperthreading / SMT
Core architecturenormal
Cores: 2x Cortex-A7
Frequency: 1.40 GHz
Turbo Frequency (1 Core):
Turbo Frequency (2 Cores):
L2-Cache
L3-Cache
OverclockingNo

Integrated graphics (iGPU)

PropertyValue
GPU nameARM Mali-400
GPU frequency0.50 - 0.50 GHz
CUs / Shader1 / 16
Raytracing
Max. displays1
Max. GPU Memory
Technology28nm
Release dateQ2/2008

Memory & PCIe

Memory typeMemory bandwidth
LPDDR2
--
PropertyValue
Max. Memory
Memory channels0
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 setArmv7-A (32 bit)
ISA extensions
Release dateQ2/2013
Release price
DocumentsTechnical data sheet
MediaTek MT6572
MediaTek MT6572
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