#snapdragon or helio

For several years now, one of the most debated topics online in the world of tech is Qualcomm Snapdragon vs MediaTek Helio chipsets. Instead, we will take a look at the differences you can expect between Qualcomm Snapdragon and MediaTek Helio chipsets. This is important because this is one of the major advantages Snapdragon chips have over Helio chips. [table id=372 /] The Snapdragon variants of S and Note-series phones tend to have better graphics performance compared to the Exynos variants -- which also use Mali GPUs. You probably notice that phones running Qualcomm Snapdragon chipsets come at a bit of a premium compared to ones with MediaTek Helio chips. In these particular categories, MediaTek chips like the Helio G90T for example, are able to give their Qualcomm counterparts a run for their money. [caption id="attachment_217720" align="alignnone" width="720"] The Redmi Note 8 Pro is powered by a MediaTek Helio G90T chipset.[/caption] In conclusion, yes, there is definitely truth in statements that favor Qualcomm Snapdragon chipsets and also to those that are against MediaTek Helio chipsets -- because of the key differences discussed earlier. Qualcomm has released a development smartphone and tablet that touts the latest Snapdragon 810 processor. Read more in our articles including "Snapdragon vs MediaTek: What's the debate all about?" and "Qualcomm outs smartphone & tablet w/ Snapdragon 810".