{
  "id": 80058,
  "title": "Samsung is once again betting on MediaTek to power its flagship tablet",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/03/samsung-is-once-again-betting-on-mediatek-to-power-its-flagship-tablet",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-03T10:10:15.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Digital Trends",
    "slug": "digital-trends",
    "url": "https://www.digitaltrends.com/tablets/samsung-is-once-again-betting-on-mediatek-to-power-its-flagship-tablet/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Samsung is reportedly considering MediaTek once again to power its premium Android tablet, the Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra. This marks the third consecutive year the company has opted for MediaTek's Dimensity series. A new Geekbench listing for the Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra, identified by model number SM-X946B, suggests the tablet will be powered by MediaTek's Dimensity 9500 chip. This chip boasts a prime core, three performance cores, and four efficiency cores, with a peak clock speed of 4.21GHz. This configuration is distinct from Qualcomm's latest Snapdragon offerings. Initial Geekbench scores for the Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra indicate only a minor performance enhancement over its predecessor, the Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra. However, the Dimensity 9500 is noted for its sustained performance, superior thermal management, and a more powerful on-device AI processor, making it a compelling choice for a device that may be used for heavy gaming, multitasking, and content creation. The device is expected to retain a 14.6-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display, an 11,600mAh battery, and 45W charging capabilities. The Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra is anticipated to launch later this year, potentially in September, with a price possibly impacted by rising memory and component costs.",
  "summary": "A new benchmark suggests the Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra will use MediaTek’s Dimensity 9500, marking Samsung’s third consecutive flagship tablet powered by the chipmaker.",
  "key_points": [
    "Samsung may use MediaTek's Dimensity 9500 in Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra.",
    "Dimensity 9500 features prime, performance, and efficiency cores.",
    "Tablet expected in September with 14.6-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Mashable",
        "title": "Score flagship 4K gaming speed for cheap: Samsung’s 37-inch Odyssey G7 hits $575",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/03/score-flagship-4k-gaming-speed-for-cheap-samsungs-37-inch-odyssey-g7",
        "published": "2026-08-03T09:31:39.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}