The Snapdragon 8S is a flagship chip that uses the design of CPU entirely with large cores, powerful graphics unit and a strong set of communication capabilities. The chip was introduced in April, and a month later, MediaTek unveiled its rival, DieMS City 9400E, with significant improvements. Both chips offer the performance and optimization at the flagship level without their usual price tag. But how do the two act against each other? We have tested them in different benchmarks and analyzed their key differences to get to the conclusion.
Let’s start with the technical specifications table:
| Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 | Dimensity 9400E | |
| Introduction date | April 1 | May |
| Construction process | 1 nanometer (TSMC) | 1 nanometer (TSMC) |
| CPU (CPU) | 1 Core 1.2 GHz-Cortex-X3 2 GHz Core-Cortex-A720 2 cores 1.2 GHz-Cortex-A720 2 Core 1.2 GHz-Cortex-A720 | 1 Core 1.2 GHz-Cortex-X4 2 Core 1.2 GHz-Cortex-X4 2 GHz Core-Cortex-A720 |
| GPU (GPU) | Adreno 825 Support for beam tracking (Ray Tracing) Snapdragon Elite Gaming capabilities | Mali-G720 Immortalis MP12 Support for beam tracking (Ray Tracing) Mediatek hyperengine capabilities |
| Neural processing unit (NPU) | Qualcomm Hexagon NPU | Mediatek NPU 790 |
| Storage/RAM | UFS 4.0 LPDDR5X, up to 1.2 GHz | UFS 4.0 LPDDR5X, up to 1.2 GHz |
| Camera | SPECTRA Triple ISP with Artificial Intelligence Support for a single sensor up to 1 megapixel Support for semantic segmentation (SEMANTIC Segmentation) Filming up to 4K quality | ISP Raw Video Processing (RAW) 2 -bit Support for a single sensor up to 1 megapixel Support for semantic segmentation (SEMANTIC Segmentation) Filming up to 8K quality |
| Communication capabilities | 5G Snapdragon modem Download speed: 1.2 GB / s WiFi 1 (maximum speed: 1.5 GB / s) Bluetooth 2.0 | 5G MediaTek modem Maximum speed: 1 GB / s WiFi 1 (maximum speed: 1.5 GB / s) Bluetooth 2.0 |
Comparison of the Snapdragon 8S benchmark scores of the 5th Generation 9400E
Note: The following benchmark tests are performed on POCO F7 phones (with the Snapdragon 8S Gen 4 chip) and Realme GT 7 (with the Dimensity 9400E chip).
Compare in Antutu
The DieMS CEA 9400E works better in the Antutu overall score than the Snapdragon 8S 2 generation (2.3, 6.1), but this difference is only 4.9 %. However, a closer look reveals important strengths.
The CPU performance (CPU) is where the DieMS City 9400E is the most superior and has a higher score of about 2.5 percent than the Snapdragon chip. This means running faster applications, smoother multitasking, and better sustainable performance in heavy work loads.
In contrast, the Snapdragon 8S is a leader in the GPU (GPU) sector, providing about 2.5 percent better graphics performance, which can lead to a slightly better frame rate in games that are highly dependent on GPU.
| Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 | Dimensity 9400E | |
| Antutu rating | 1,2,4 | 1,2,2 |
| CPU | 1,2 | 1,2 |
| GPU | 4.3 | 4.3 |
| Memory (memory) | 1,2 | 1,2 |
| UX (user experience) | 1,2 | 4.3 |
Issuing to “Workshop”
Compare in Geekbench
At Geekbench benchmark, the Diamins City 9400E performs better in both single -core tests than the Snapdragon 8s 8S and has scored 2.3 (single -core) and 2.3 against 2.5 (multicolors).

This means about 2.5 percent in single -core performance and 4.3 percent in multi -performance performance for the Dimenest Citizen Chip. These numbers indicate higher speed and better multiplicity in Dimecemia 9400E devices.
| Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 | Dimensity 9400E | |
| You’re single | 1, 2 | 1,2 |
| You’re a lot | 1,2 | 1,2 |
Issuing to “Workshop”
The key differences between the Snapdragon 8S Gen 4 and Dimensity 9400E you need to know
CPU, GPU and Nervous CPU (CPU, GPU & NPU)
Both chips are based on the TSMC 2 -nanometer process and ARMV9.2 architecture, but their processor configuration is different. The Snapdragon 8S has a Cortex-X4 core and Seven Cortex-A720 cores, while the Diamissic 9400E uses four Cortex-X4 cores and four Cortex-A720 cores.
Since the Cortex-X4 is more powerful and optimized than the Cortex-A720 and the Diamissic 9400E has more, it is capable of defeating the Snapdragon processor in various benchmarks. However, the graphics processor is the opposite, as the Adreno 825 in the Snapdragon 8S generation 4 generation gaming performance is more reliable and sustainable than the Immortalis-G720 in the Diamissic 9400E.
These two chips also have neural processing units (NPUs) for artificial intelligence capabilities on the device. The Snapdragon chip has a hexagon NPU that is 2 % faster and its shared memory is 5 times larger than its predecessor. The NPU 790 MediaTek also provides popular artificial intelligence and large LG (LLM) models.
Camera and imaging
The Snapdragon 8S 2 generation uses Qualcomm’s 3 -bit image signal processor (ISP) that supports up to 2 megapixels and 4K filming. In addition, it supports an real -time semantic segmentation for photos and videos with a maximum of 2 layers for accurate optimization.
The DieMS City 9400E also supports a 2 -megapixel camera, but goes beyond the foot and offers 8K video capability. Both chips have a set of camera features to improve image output.
Communication capabilities
The Snapdragon 8S Chip is equipped with a 5G X75 modem, which provides a maximum download speed of 1.2 GB / s. By connecting WiFi 1, this chip can download at a maximum speed of 1.2 GB / s. The DieMS City 9400E performs better with the higher download speeds, ie 1 GB per second on the 5G and 1.2 GB network on Wi -Fi.
Snapdragon 8S Gen 4 vs. Dimensity 9400E: Which is better choice?
Both the Snapdragon 8S chips and the DieMS 9400E are flagship and influential chipsets that offer excellent performance, artificial intelligence capabilities and great communication features. However, they have taken different approaches to this goal.
DieMS City 9400E Thanks to the more aggressive arrangement of the CPU with a powerful four-core Cortex-X4, it continuously offers a stronger processing performance (CPU) in both Antutu and Geekbench benchmarks. This feature makes it a better choice for professional users who rely on the raw processor and multiplicity. In addition, it offers a higher download speed on WiFi and 5G networks.
In front of, Snapdragon 8S 2 generation It shines in GPU performance (GPU) that gives it superior to gaming scenarios. The chip also uses Qualcomm’s excellent camera and artificial intelligence, which makes it a comprehensive option for content producers and gamers.
Final conclusion: If the higher speed of the CPU and the next 5G 5G speeds is your top priority, DieMS City 9400E It is a pioneer. But if Gaming, Graphic Stability and Qualcomm Software Optimization are at the top of your list, Snapdragon 8S 2 generation It remains a powerful competitor.
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