HiSilicon Kirin 658
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Released
Q2/2016
HiSilicon Kirin 658

Processor HiSilicon Kirin 658, specifications and benchmarks

1824 place in the overall ranking CPUs!
The HiSilicon Kirin 658 processor is installed in N/A socket boards and operates at a frequency of 1.70 GHz. The HiSilicon Kirin 658 has a total of 8 cores. Release date: Q2/2016. TDP is . This review will provide all the technical specifications and detailed data about the HiSilicon Kirin 658 processor. Discover everything to determine whether a game or software will run on HiSilicon Kirin 658.

Specifications

Technical data
CPU Family and Group

This section provides a comprehensive overview of the processors generation and family, explaining the specific market segment it is designed for. It covers key details such as the CPUs position within its product lineup, its intended use cases (e.g., consumer, server, or workstation), and how its generation compares to previous models.

  • Segment
    Mobile
  • Family
  • Generation
    4
  • CPU group
    HiSilicon Kirin 650
  • Predecessor
    --
  • Successor
    --
CPU Technical Specs

HiSilicon Kirin 658. This section highlights key performance parameters of the processor, including the number of cores, threads, and clock speeds (base and boost frequencies). These metrics directly impact multitasking capabilities and overall system performance in both single-threaded and multi-threaded applications.

  • Frequency
    1.70 GHz
  • CPU Cores
    8
  • Turbo (1 Core)
    2.35 GHz
  • CPU Threads
    8
  • Turbo (8 Cores)
    2.35 GHz
  • Hyperthreading
    No
  • Overclocking
    No
  • Core architecture
    hybrid (big.LITTLE)
  • A core
    4x Cortex-A53
  • B core
    4x Cortex-A53
  • C core
    --
IGPU

This section provides details on the integrated graphics capabilities of the processor. It covers the architecture, performance characteristics, and supported technologies (e.g., DirectX, OpenGL), which are essential for systems without dedicated GPUs or for mobile devices that require energy-efficient graphics processing.

  • GPU name
    ARM Mali-T830 MP2
  • GPU frequency
    0.90 GHz
  • GPU (Turbo)
    0.90 GHz
  • Execution units
    2
  • Shader
    32
  • Max. GPU Memory
    --
  • Max. displays
    2
  • Generation
    Midgard 4
  • DirectX Version
    11
  • Technology
    28nm
  • Release date
    Q4/2015
Hardware codec support

This section covers the built-in hardware codec support for video and image processing. The processor’s ability to handle codecs like H.264, HEVC, and VP9 directly influences its performance in tasks such as video playback, editing, and streaming. This hardware acceleration ensures smoother media handling with lower CPU utilization.

  • h265 / HEVC (8 bit)
    Decode / Encode
  • h265 / HEVC (10 bit)
    Decode
  • h264
    Decode / Encode
  • VP9
    No
  • VP8
    Decode / Encode
  • AV1
    No
  • AVC
    No
  • VC-1
    No
  • JPEG
    Decode / Encode
Memory Specs & PCI

This section breaks down the technical characteristics of the memory supported by the processor, including the types (e.g., DDR4, DDR5), number of memory channels, and maximum supported memory speed. It also covers PCI Express support, which determines the bandwidth available for GPUs, SSDs, and other peripherals, critical for high-performance systems.

  • Memory type
    LPDDR3-933
  • Max. Memory
  • ECC
    No
  • Memory channels
    2
  • PCIe version
  • PCIe lanes
Encryption

This section focuses on the hardware-based security technologies integrated into the processor. These include encryption support features such as AES-NI, Intel SGX, and AMD Secure Memory Encryption, which provide robust protection for sensitive data and help mitigate cybersecurity risks.

  • AES-NI
    No
Thermal Management
  • TDP (PL1)
  • TDP up
    --
  • TDP (PL2)
    --
  • TDP down
    --
  • Tjunction max.
    --
* see below
Technologies and Extensions

This section explains the underlying technologies that enable the processor to deliver high performance. It includes details about the manufacturing process (e.g., 7nm, 10nm), supported instruction sets (e.g., AVX, SSE), and virtual machine extensions that enhance compatibility and efficiency across various workloads.

  • Instruction set (ISA)
    ARMv8-A64 (64 bit)
  • Virtualization
    None
  • ISA extensions
  • L2-Cache
    --
  • L3-Cache
    --
  • Architecture
    Cortex-A53 / Cortex-A53
  • Technology
    16 nm
  • Socket
    N/A
  • Release date
    Q2/2016
  • Part Number
    --
Positions in all rankings

Common positions HiSilicon Kirin 658 CPU in popular benchmarks, for comparison with other models.

  • Geekbench 5, 64bit (Single-Core)
    1433 place
  • Geekbench 5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
    1375 place
  • iGPU - FP32 Performance (Single-precision GFLOPS)
    1720 place

Benchmarks

Performance tests CPU

Compare the benchmark scores of HiSilicon Kirin 658 with other processors to gauge its real-world performance across various tasks..

These tests encompass tasks such as mathematical calculations, 3D rendering, cryptocurrency mining, and performance evaluations in both single-core and multi-core modes.

Geekbench 5, 64bit (Single-Core)
Geekbench 5 SC is a popular cross-platform performance test for desktop or mobile processors that uses system memory intensively
185
185
184
183
HiSilicon Kirin 658
Geekbench 5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
Geekbench 5 MC is a popular cross-platform performance test for desktop or mobile processors that uses system memory intensively
821
821
821
815
HiSilicon Kirin 658
iGPU - FP32 Performance (Single-precision GFLOPS)
The performance of the iGPU - the internal GPU in games
41
41
41
41
HiSilicon Kirin 658

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PL1 - The power limit (in watts) generated by the processor (or GPU) during sustained, standard operation. It represents the typical thermal output during normal workloads.

PL2 - Represents the maximum power limit under heavy load or overclocking conditions. It indicates the thermal output during peak performance.

These values are essential for determining the optimal cooling system and power supply required to maintain stable performance.

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