Samsung has officially unveiled its latest chipset, the Exynos 1280, designed for mid-range devices. Boasting improved AI capabilities and 5G connectivity support, the Exynos 1280 chipset has already made its debut in select Samsung Galaxy smartphones, including the Galaxy A53, Galaxy A33, and Galaxy M33. Samsung promises enhanced graphics performance and efficient computing for 5G smartphones with the Exynos 1280.
Key Features
Built on Samsung’s 5nm EUV process, the Exynos 1280 features an octa-core CPU comprising Cortex-A78 performance cores and Cortex-A55 power-efficient cores. Driving graphics is the ARM Mali-G68 GPU. To optimize battery life, the chipset integrates Fused Multiply-Add (FMA) technology. The neural processing unit (NPU) enables advanced AI functions such as real-time motion analysis and scene segmentation.
The Exynos 1280 supports FHD+ displays with a refresh rate of up to 120Hz. It facilitates up to 108MP sensor support and triple-camera arrays, along with 30fps 4K video recording capability. Connectivity options include WiFi 802.11ac MIMO, Bluetooth 5.2, and quad-constellation multi-signal for L1 and L5 GNSS positioning.
Exynos 1280 vs Snapdragon 778G
In comparison to Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 778G, which debuted in 2021, both chipsets offer 5G connectivity. However, Qualcomm’s chipset features the Snapdragon X53 5G Modem-RF System, supporting mmWave and Sub-6 in TDD and FDD frequencies across key regions. While Snapdragon 778G supports single cameras up to 192 MP, Exynos 1280 supports up to 108 MP.
Regarding display support, Snapdragon 778G offers FHD+ at 144Hz, surpassing Exynos 1280’s 120Hz refresh rate. Both chipsets promise high-end gaming capabilities, but real-world performance comparisons will be crucial in evaluating the Exynos 1280 against Snapdragon 778G in upcoming smartphones.
