MediaTek Helio P90
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Released
Q4/2019
MediaTek Helio P90

Processor MediaTek Helio P90, specifications and benchmarks

1648 place in the overall ranking CPUs!
The MediaTek Helio P90 processor is installed in N/A socket boards and operates at a frequency of 2.00 GHz. The MediaTek Helio P90 has a total of 8 / 8 cores. Release date: Q4/2019. TDP is . This review will provide all the technical specifications and detailed data about the MediaTek Helio P90 processor. Discover everything to determine whether a game or software will run on MediaTek Helio P90.

MediaTek Helio P90 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.

  • Family
  • CPU group
    MediaTek Helio P65/P90/P95
  • Segment
    Mobile
  • Generation
    3
  • Predecessor
    --
  • Successor
    MediaTek Helio P95
CPU Technical Specs

MediaTek Helio P90. 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.

  • CPU Cores / Threads
    8 / 8
  • Core architecture
    hybrid (big.LITTLE)
  • A-Core
    2x Cortex-A75
  • B-Core
    6x Cortex-A55
  • Hyperthreading / SMT
    No
  • Overclocking
    No
  • A-Core Frequency
    2.00 GHz (2.20 GHz)
  • B-Core Frequency
    --
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
    PowerVR GM 9446
  • GPU frequency
    0.95 GHz
  • GPU (Turbo)
    No turbo
  • Execution units
    3
  • Shader
    12
  • Max. GPU Memory
    2 GB
  • Max. displays
    0
  • Generation
    1
  • Direct X
    --
  • Technology
    12
  • Release date
    Q3/2017
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
  • VP8
    No
  • VP9
    No
  • 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
    LPDDR4X-1866
  • Max. Memory
    8 GB
  • Memory channels
    2
  • Bandwidth
    --
  • ECC
    No
  • PCIe
  • AES-NI
    No
Thermal Management
  • TDP (PL1)
  • TDP (PL2)
    --
  • TDP up
    --
  • 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)
  • ISA extensions
  • L2-Cache
    --
  • L3-Cache
    --
  • Architecture
    Cortex-A75 / Cortex-A55
  • Documents
    --
  • Technology
    12 nm
  • Virtualization
    None
  • Socket
    N/A
  • Release date
    Q4/2019
  • Part Number
    --
  • Operating systems
    Android
Positions in all rankings

Common positions MediaTek Helio P90 CPU in popular benchmarks, for comparison with other models.

  • Geekbench 5, 64bit (Single-Core)
    1220 place
  • Geekbench 5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
    1089 place
  • iGPU - FP32 Performance (Single-precision GFLOPS)
    1786 place
  • AnTuTu 8 benchmark
    68 place

MediaTek Helio P90 Benchmarks

Performance tests CPU

Compare the benchmark scores of MediaTek Helio P90 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
414
414
414
Intel Pentium E5700
412
MediaTek Helio P90
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
iGPU - FP32 Performance (Single-precision GFLOPS)
The performance of the iGPU - the internal GPU in games
AnTuTu 8 benchmark
The AnTuTu 8 Benchmark tests ARM processors by simulating browser and application performance for Android, iOS, AI, SoC
224637
224586
219993
218450
MediaTek Helio P90

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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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