MediaTek has introduced its latest flagship mobile chipsets, the Dimensity 9600 Pro and Dimensity 9600M, in Malaysia. Announced at the company’s “The Next Leap” launch event on 13 October 2026, the new chipsets focus on artificial intelligence (AI), computing performance, gaming and imaging to deliver more powerful and efficient smartphone experiences.
The MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro is the highlight of the launch, featuring advanced 2nm process technology and a Native AI Architecture that integrates CPU, GPU and image signal processor (ISP) capabilities with AI. This architecture is designed to support more advanced on-device AI, smoother gaming, improved photography and responsive everyday performance.
Following the announcement, vivo confirmed that its upcoming X500 series will launch in Malaysia at the end of October 2026, bringing the Dimensity 9600 Pro platform to local consumers.
The Dimensity 9600 Pro adopts a 2+3+3 all-big-core CPU configuration, comprising two C2-Ultra cores clocked at up to 4.55GHz and six C2-Pro cores, with three running at up to 4.35GHz and another three at up to 3.1GHz. Compared with the previous generation, MediaTek claims the new chipset delivers up to 17% higher single-core performance and 15% higher multi-core performance, alongside a 61% reduction in multi-core power consumption.
For AI workloads, the chipset features a dual-NPU architecture and the Dimensity Agentic AI Engine, designed to support more proactive and capable on-device AI experiences. Powered by the NPU 1090, it offers 51% faster prefill performance and supports Google’s on-device AISeal security architecture. These improvements aim to deliver faster AI responses while enhancing privacy and making AI interactions feel more immediate.
Gaming performance also receives an upgrade with the integrated G2-Ultra NX GPU. MediaTek claims the GPU offers up to 27% higher peak performance, 24% lower power consumption and 18% faster ray tracing compared with the previous generation. The chipset is also capable of supporting gaming at up to 185fps, enabling smoother gameplay on supported devices and titles.
For photography and video recording, the Dimensity 9600 Pro features the Imagiq 1290 ISP and AI Imaging Fusion Architecture. These technologies are designed to enhance computational photography and content creation, helping smartphone manufacturers deliver more advanced imaging capabilities.
MediaTek also introduced the Dimensity 9600M alongside the Pro model. Built using technologies from the Dimensity 9600 Pro platform, the Dimensity 9600M combines AI capabilities, imaging, performance, gaming and connectivity for premium smartphones.
Beyond its flagship offerings, MediaTek highlighted its wider mobile chipset portfolio at the event, including the Dimensity 7400, Dimensity 8500 and Dimensity 8550. These platforms power devices such as the Tecno Camon 50 Ultra, Xiaomi 17T and OPPO Reno 16 Pro, respectively. The event also featured a panel discussion on how AI can make smartphones more responsive, efficient and intuitive in everyday use.
Speaking at the launch, Anuj Sidharth, Director of Marketing and Corporate Communications at MediaTek India and SEA, said the Dimensity 9600 Pro brings the company’s next generation of flagship technology to Malaysia. He highlighted its 2nm process, Native AI Architecture, agentic AI capabilities, gaming and imaging features, as well as improved power efficiency, as key elements for smartphone manufacturers developing new experiences for consumers.
Meanwhile, Justin He, Head of Brand at vivo Malaysia, highlighted the companies’ ongoing collaboration in developing and optimising flagship smartphone platforms. He said the partnership focuses on practical improvements in performance, power efficiency and imaging, including capabilities such as 4K 120fps 10-bit Log video recording and 60fps subject tracking on the upcoming vivo X500 series.
The vivo X500 series is scheduled to launch in Malaysia at the end of October 2026, giving local consumers their first opportunity to experience the new flagship platform in vivo’s upcoming smartphones.
With the Dimensity 9600 Pro and Dimensity 9600M, MediaTek is looking to strengthen its position in the premium smartphone segment by combining AI, computing, gaming and imaging technologies in its latest mobile platforms.
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