Product Description
The MT8550LBAG/B is a high-performance SoC built for demanding multimedia applications. It is particularly optimized for 4K UHD video processing, making it an ideal choice for smart TVs, media streaming devices, and set-top boxes that require rich video and audio performance. Powered by the combination of the ARM Cortex-A73 and ARM Cortex-A53 cores in a Big.LITTLE configuration, the MT8550LBAG/B is designed to offer maximum performance when needed, such as during 4K video decoding or gaming, and energy efficiency when running background tasks or simpler applications.
The ARM Cortex-A73 cores, which can clock up to 2.0 GHz, deliver the processing power needed for tasks such as video encoding/decoding, gaming, and handling large data streams for high-resolution content. In contrast, the ARM Cortex-A53 cores are optimized for energy efficiency, allowing the chip to reduce power consumption when handling less demanding tasks. This Big.LITTLE design ensures that the MT8550LBAG/B is capable of delivering top-tier performance when required while still maintaining a low power footprint during idle periods or light workloads.
The Mali-G52 MP6 GPU integrated into the MT8550LBAG/B is another standout feature. This GPU is optimized for 4K video rendering and high-quality graphics processing. With its six cores, the Mali-G52 MP6 is designed to deliver smooth and fluid graphics performance for demanding tasks like gaming or rendering complex video and graphics in a multimedia environment. Additionally, the GPU supports HDR10+ and Wide Color Gamut (WCG) technologies, ensuring vibrant, lifelike visuals with deeper contrasts, richer colors, and brighter highlights when paired with compatible HDR displays.
On the video side, the MT8550LBAG/B supports a wide range of video decoding standards, including HEVC (H.265), VP9, and H.264, providing efficient and high-quality video playback. The 4K UHD video decoding at 60fps ensures that high-definition content plays smoothly, even in streaming applications. The chip’s support for HDR10+ also enhances the video quality, enabling better contrast and more accurate color reproduction, which is critical for enjoying HDR-enabled content from streaming platforms, Blu-ray players, and more.
In terms of connectivity, the MT8550LBAG/B offers comprehensive support for HDMI 2.1, which ensures 4K video output at 60Hz with HDR and a high bandwidth to support future video technologies. This makes the chip an excellent choice for premium smart TVs and set-top boxes. The inclusion of USB 3.0 allows fast data transfers for connected devices like external storage or USB peripherals, while Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) ensures smooth internet connectivity for streaming services. The Gigabit Ethernet support is crucial for devices that rely on a wired connection for stable, high-speed internet access, ensuring smooth 4K streaming and fast downloads.
The MT8550LBAG/B also excels in audio performance, with support for 5.1 surround sound, Dolby Audio, DTS, and other advanced audio formats. Integrated audio post-processing features help optimize sound quality by adjusting audio characteristics based on the content being played, ensuring an immersive audio experience in home entertainment systems.
Furthermore, the SoC is designed with power efficiency in mind. Advanced power management techniques, such as dynamic voltage and frequency scaling (DVFS), help optimize the chip’s performance based on real-time workloads. This ensures that the chip can provide high performance when needed, without wasting power during less demanding tasks or idle periods.
In conclusion, the MediaTek MT8550LBAG/B is a powerful multimedia SoC that combines advanced features for 4K video, HDR, high-quality graphics, and immersive audio with robust connectivity options. It is well-suited for high-end smart TVs, media streaming devices, and set-top boxes that require cutting-edge video and audio performance, excellent power efficiency, and seamless connectivity.
Specification
CPU:
Core Architecture: ARM Cortex-A73 + ARM Cortex-A53 (Big.LITTLE configuration).
Clock Speed: Up to 2.0 GHz (A73 cores).
The MT8550LBAG/B features a Big.LITTLE architecture, where the ARM Cortex-A73 high-performance cores handle intensive tasks (such as 4K video processing and gaming), and the ARM Cortex-A53 cores manage less demanding operations to conserve power. This architecture helps balance high performance with power efficiency, making it ideal for continuous media streaming applications.
GPU:
Mali-G52 MP6.
The Mali-G52 MP6 is a six-core GPU designed for 4K video rendering and high-performance graphics. It supports features like HDR10+, wide color gamut, and enhanced visual performance, ensuring stunning graphics for media playback and gaming. The GPU's capabilities extend beyond video playback, handling complex graphical user interfaces (UIs) and other visual applications in modern multimedia systems.
Memory:
Supports LPDDR4X memory, with a maximum capacity of 4GB RAM.
LPDDR4X memory offers faster data access speeds and lower power consumption compared to previous memory standards, making it an ideal choice for handling high-definition media applications and multitasking scenarios. The 4GB RAM capacity ensures smooth operation when running 4K video decoding, background tasks, and apps simultaneously.
Video Decoding:
Supports 4K UHD video decoding at 60fps.
Capable of decoding video in multiple formats, including HEVC (H.265), VP9, and H.264, allowing for efficient playback of high-quality video content, including streaming from popular services like Netflix, YouTube, and Amazon Prime Video.
Supports HDR10+ for enhanced video quality, providing higher contrast, richer colors, and improved brightness for content that is HDR-enabled.
Audio:
5.1 surround sound output support.
Audio codec support for Dolby Audio, DTS, and other common audio formats.
Integrated audio post-processing features, such as dynamic range compression, equalization, and surround sound effects, for delivering an immersive audio experience.
Connectivity:
HDMI 2.1: Supports 4K UHD video output at 60Hz, along with HDR support and enhanced bandwidth, making it compatible with the latest UHD displays.
USB 3.0: High-speed data transfer, perfect for external storage devices, USB-based peripherals, and fast file transfers.
Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac): Wireless internet connectivity that supports high-speed streaming, making it ideal for services offering 4K and HDR content.
Bluetooth 4.2: Wireless connection for peripherals like remotes, headphones, and speakers.
Gigabit Ethernet: Ensures stable, high-speed wired internet for reliable media streaming and data transfer.
Power Management:
The chip is designed with advanced power management features, allowing it to optimize performance and power consumption. This is particularly important in devices that are intended to run for long periods of time, such as smart TVs or set-top boxes.
Low-power states ensure efficiency during idle periods without compromising the chip's responsiveness and performance when active.
