UnknownOutdated for demanding workloadsMobile/Embedded

MT8161A

Explore MT8161A technical reviews, specifications and benchmark results, with practical context for laptop performance, efficiency and upgrade research.

Last updated: 2026-10-20
1.8/ 10
Technical rating

Outdated for demanding workloads

MT8161A is a Mobile/Embedded processor with 4 cores and 4 threads. Its base clock is 1.3 GHz. It records a PassMark CPU Mark of 818 and a single-thread rating of 344.

CPU Mark818
2 samples
Single Thread344
Overall rank#4,930
of 6,054
Reference price—

Technical assessment

A summary based on specifications and results.

Outdated for demanding workloads
1.8Outdated for demanding workloads

MT8161A is a Mobile/Embedded processor with 4 cores and 4 threads. Its base clock is 1.3 GHz. It records a PassMark CPU Mark of 818 and a single-thread rating of 344.

Specification context

What do these specifications mean in practice?

The MT8161A is a Mobile/Embedded released in 2022. Recorded specifications include 4 cores and 4 threads, a 818 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 818 CPU Mark is a broad overall-performance measure, while the 344 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 MT8161A specifications?

The main recorded details are 4 cores and 4 threads, a 818 CPU Mark. The tables on this page show socket, memory, cache and graphics data when available.

Is the MT8161A 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 MT8161A?

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

How much power does the MT8161A 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.

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Overall and multi-core performance

A higher CPU Mark indicates stronger overall performance.

01nxp IMX8MQUnknown831 points
02MediaTek MT6761V-WBBMediaTek820 points
03MT8161AThis CPU818 points
04MT6761V-WABUnknown816 points
05Amlogic AMLS905D3Unknown815 points

Single-thread performance

Measures speed in tasks that depend on one CPU thread.

01Amlogic AMLS905D3Unknown493 points
02MT6761V-WABUnknown487 points
03MediaTek MT6761V-WBBMediaTek485 points
04nxp IMX8MQUnknown390 points
05MT8161AThis CPU344 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
13,672.00
Data EncryptionMBytes/Sec
1,021.30
Extended InstructionsMillion Matrices/Sec
185.00
Find Prime NumbersMillion Primes/Sec
3.00
Floating Point MathMOps/Sec
1,246.00
Integer MathMOps/Sec
7,101.00
PhysicsFrames/Sec
51.00
Random String SortingThousand Strings/Sec
2,713.00

Core specifications

BrandUnknown
CategoryMobile/Embedded
Release year2022
Socket—
Cores / threads4 / 4
Base clock1.30 GHz
Max turbo—
TDP—
Integrated graphics—

Memory support

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Memory type—
Official speed—
Maximum capacity—

Cache hierarchy

No structured cache data.