MediaTek has unveiled its new Dimensity Auto platform that caters to the requirements of automakers for the future of intelligent and always-connected vehicles. This comprehensive platform includes a range of cutting-edge technologies, such as Dimensity Auto Cockpit, Dimensity Auto Connect, Dimensity Auto Drive, and Dimensity Auto Components. The MediaTek Dimensity Auto portfolio is designed to offer automakers a diverse range of options to choose from. Whether it's autonomous driving, in-car infotainment options, or being connected to 5G or satellite coverage, MediaTek's new Dimensity Auto platform is targeting the automobile of today as well as the car of tomorrow.
Dimensity Auto Cockpit
MediaTek brings its experience and know-how in the smart home and entertainment segments to automobiles with its Dimensity Auto Cockpit which leverages advanced chip-making processes to maximize integration, performance, and power efficiency.
- Scalable AI multi-processor equipped with both deep learning accelerator (MDLA) and vision processing unit (MVPU)
- Leading-edge chip manufacturing, ensuring highly efficient power consumption
- MediaTek MiraVision smart display technology, supporting multiple displays and up to 8K 120Hz screens in HDR
- Support for several HDR-native cameras
- A dedicated DSP for microphone audio processing
- Full suite of entertainment streaming and decoding, taking advantage of MediaTek’s extensive expertise in multimedia
- Fast, sub-1s boot time
Dimensity Auto Connect
The Dimensity Auto Connect platform leverages MediaTek's wireless communications portfolio by bringing 5G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GNSS navigation, and NTN (Non-Terrestrial Network) satellite comms to the latest always-connected automobiles. This means that where you drive the car will always be connected (in theory).
- Cutting-edge automotive communication technologies based on 3GPP open standards, including MediaTek 5G NTN, V2X, and 5G RedCap
- 5G sub-6GHz with Carrier Aggregation
- Wi-Fi 7, equipped with MediaTek's unique hardware networking accelerator
- Supports high interoperability and coexistence of multiple wireless network standards, including Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and 5G
- Comprehensive GNSS coverage for more accurate positioning
Dimensity Auto Drive
By leveraging its AI Processing Units (APU), MediaTek aims to provide a scalable and comprehensive open platform for partners relating to intelligent assist and autonomous driving solutions.
Dimensity Auto Components
Finally, MediaTek is investing in R&D to ensure the production of reliable automotive-grade chipsets and components for future connected automobiles.
- Full range of assured Power Management (PMIC) solutions
- Support for advanced integrated display technology paves the way for flexible OLED screens and large-screen, multi-display options for new EV units
- Determining the positioning and navigation of your vehicle, even in underground parking structures, tunnels, and other satellite dead zones
