Product technology and feature glossary
Clear definitions and documented guides that help you understand specifications before comparing products.
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Explained concepts and technologies
Dimensity (MediaTek SoC family)
Dimensity is a family of System-on-Chip (SoC) processors manufactured by MediaTek for mobile devices. Available evidence documents the Dimensity 8500 in its Ultra variant, fabricated on a 4 nm process.
Infrared Port (IrDA)
An infrared port is a wireless communication interface that uses infrared light to transmit data between devices, based on the IrDA standard.
Face Detection
Face detection is a camera feature that identifies the presence of faces in an image to optimize focus and exposure, and to enable security features such as face unlock.
LPDDR4X Memory
LPDDR4X is a low-power variant of LPDDR4 memory technology, designed for mobile and portable devices. It is characterized by its energy efficiency and clock speeds reaching 4266 MHz, optimizing performance in systems with power constraints.
UFS 2.2 (flash storage standard)
UFS 2.2 is a version of the Universal Flash Storage standard, a serial interface for non-volatile flash memory used primarily in mobile and embedded devices. Its presence in a product specification identifies the internal storage type the device incorporates.
Target SDK Version
A configuration parameter that declares the Android platform version for which an application is designed and tested, determining its compatibility with newer operating systems.
Ultra HDR
Ultra HDR is a 10-bit high dynamic range (HDR) image format introduced in Android 14 to enhance the representation of light and shadow in photographs.
Notification Flashes
An accessibility feature that uses the device's flashlight to flash light when notifications are received.
Octa-core Architecture (Big.LITTLE)
Technical description of the eight-core processing configuration and its implementation in the Big.LITTLE architecture for balancing performance and power efficiency.
ARM Mali-G715
An integrated graphics processing unit from ARM's Mali series, designed for 2D/3D graphics rendering and computation in mobile devices.
ARM Cortex-X4
High-performance CPU core from ARM's X-series, designed for demanding tasks in mobile devices.
ARMv9-A
ARMv9-A is the ninth generation of the ARM instruction set architecture for general-purpose processors, introducing improvements in security, performance, and energy efficiency over the previous version.
Exynos 5400
The Exynos 5400 is a baseband modem developed by Samsung, designed to manage wireless connectivity in mobile devices. It is distinguished by its integration in high-end systems, such as the Google Pixel 9a, where it replaces previous solutions to improve network performance.
Tensor Processing Unit (TPU)
A specialized processing unit designed to accelerate machine learning and advanced processing operations.
Exynos 5400 (5G Modem)
The Exynos 5400 is an integrated 5G modem developed by Samsung, designed to provide high download speeds and satellite connectivity in mobile devices.
ARM Cortex-A520 Core
The ARM Cortex-A520 is a high-efficiency processing core designed for next-generation mobile architectures. It functions as part of a multi-core system (big.LITTLE or similar), handling low-load tasks to optimize energy consumption, while higher-performance cores like the Cortex-A720 manage heavy workloads.
ARM Cortex-A720 Core
The ARM Cortex-A720 is a high-performance processor core designed for next-generation mobile architectures, characterized by its efficiency in handling high-load tasks.
UFS 3.1
UFS 3.1 is a version of the UFS (Universal Flash Storage) standard, used as a non-volatile memory type in consumer electronic devices, particularly smartphones and tablets.
Super Fast Charging
Super Fast Charging is a commercial charging protocol by Samsung that enables devices to reach 60% battery capacity in approximately 30 minutes.
FHD+ Resolution
FHD+ is a display resolution class that designates panels with a higher pixel density than standard Full HD, maintaining a width of 1080 pixels but increasing the height to accommodate taller aspect ratios.
UMTS
UMTS is a third-generation (3G) mobile communication technology that operates in specific frequency bands, such as Band I and Band VIII, and defines transmission power parameters, such as Power Class 3.
Titan M2 Security Coprocessor
The Titan M2 is a security coprocessor designed by Google that operates in isolation to manage biometric functions and protect sensitive data on mobile devices.
Spatial Audio (3D)
Spatial Audio (3D), also listed as '3D (spatial) audio', is a sound capture and recording feature found in mobile devices that extends conventional stereo recording. It appears in camera and video-recording specifications as an integrated audio capability of the device.
Gamma Correction
Gamma correction is a non-linear encoding process used in imaging and video systems to optimize luminance representation on display devices, adjusting the relationship between electrical signal and emitted light.