MediaTekEntry-level / agingMobile/Embedded

MediaTek MT8188

Explore MediaTek MT8188 technical reviews, specifications and benchmark results, with practical context for laptop performance, efficiency and upgrade research.

Last updated: 2026-10-20
4.6/ 10
Technical rating

Entry-level / aging

MediaTek MT8188 is a Mobile/Embedded processor with 8 cores and 8 threads. Its base clock is 2.2 GHz. It records a PassMark CPU Mark of 4158 and a single-thread rating of 1933.

CPU Mark4,158
2 samples
Single Thread1,933
Overall rank#2,780
of 6,054
Reference price—

Technical assessment

A summary based on specifications and results.

Entry-level / aging
4.6Entry-level / aging

MediaTek MT8188 is a Mobile/Embedded processor with 8 cores and 8 threads. Its base clock is 2.2 GHz. It records a PassMark CPU Mark of 4158 and a single-thread rating of 1933.

Specification context

What do these specifications mean in practice?

The MediaTek MT8188 is a Mobile/Embedded released in 2024. Recorded specifications include 8 cores and 8 threads, a 4,158 CPU Mark. Use these figures to understand its position, then compare the results with your software and the complete platform.

Reading guide

Read the performance results

The 4,158 CPU Mark is a broad overall-performance measure, while the 1,933 single-thread result adds context for less-parallel work. Compare the nearby alternatives on this page and do not treat one score as a verdict for every application.

Platform and compatibility

No confirmed socket is recorded for this processor. Verify the exact device or motherboard with the manufacturer before planning an upgrade.

Memory and power

Verify the system memory type, real power limits and cooling capacity.

FAQ

Common processor questions

What are the key MediaTek MT8188 specifications?

The main recorded details are 8 cores and 8 threads, a 4,158 CPU Mark. The tables on this page show socket, memory, cache and graphics data when available.

Is the MediaTek MT8188 good for gaming?

The product name or CPU Mark alone cannot answer that. Check single-thread performance, core count, the target graphics card, gaming resolution and results from the games you play.

Which motherboards support the MediaTek MT8188?

A confirmed socket is not recorded here. Use the device model or manufacturer specifications to identify compatible hardware.

How much power does the MediaTek MT8188 use?

A structured TDP value is not currently available. Check the manufacturer specification and device power limits.

This guidance interprets recorded specifications and results; it does not claim hands-on device testing. Results can vary with motherboard, power, memory and cooling.

Multi-axis comparison

How does this processor compare?

A direct comparison with nearby processors from the same brand and a similar core count.

5 CPU

Overall and multi-core performance

A higher CPU Mark indicates stronger overall performance.

01Hisilicon Kirin985Unknown4,162 points
02Mediatek MT6781V-CDZAMB-HMediaTek4,160 points
03Qualcomm Technologies, Inc SM6375Qualcomm4,159 points
04MT6781V-CDZAMB-HUnknown4,159 points
05MediaTek MT8188This CPU4,158 points

Single-thread performance

Measures speed in tasks that depend on one CPU thread.

01MediaTek MT8188This CPU1,933 points
02Qualcomm Technologies, Inc SM6375Qualcomm1,885 points
03Hisilicon Kirin985Unknown1,823 points
04Mediatek MT6781V-CDZAMB-HMediaTek1,477 points
05MT6781V-CDZAMB-HUnknown1,467 points

Performance per watt

Estimated as CPU Mark divided by TDP.

Not enough data for this comparison.

Bars are relative to the processors shown here, not a global ranking of every CPU.

Detailed benchmark results

Snapshot from 2026-10-20

Data CompressionKBytes/Sec
66,390.00
Data EncryptionMBytes/Sec
2,332.00
Extended InstructionsMillion Matrices/Sec
1,499.00
Find Prime NumbersMillion Primes/Sec
16.00
Floating Point MathMOps/Sec
8,555.00
Integer MathMOps/Sec
25,405.00
PhysicsFrames/Sec
276.00
Random String SortingThousand Strings/Sec
13,156.00

Core specifications

BrandMediaTek
CategoryMobile/Embedded
Release year2024
Socket—
Cores / threads8 / 8
Base clock2.20 GHz
Max turbo—
TDP—
Integrated graphics—

Memory support

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Memory type—
Official speed—
Maximum capacity—

Cache hierarchy

No structured cache data.