Advanced 2nm SoC delivers leap in performance and efficiency for agentic AI, gaming, imaging, and compute, including 61% drop in multi-core power consumption

HSINCHU, Sept. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — MediaTek, the world’s number one provider of mobile chipsets, today announced the launch of the Dimensity 9600 Pro. This flagship SoC achieved a significant technological milestone, adopting the new 2nm process node; as the first company to announce reaching this threshold, MediaTek is showcasing its leadership in innovation with the Dimensity 9600 Pro. With the next generation of silicon now available in the Dimensity lineup, the Dimensity 9600 Pro will enable many transformative capabilities, combining flagship performance and power efficiency with advanced agentic AI experiences.

“AI is central to the smartphone experience, and devices need greater performance, efficiency, and intelligence to keep pace with rapidly evolving user demands,” said JC Hsu, corporate senior vice president at MediaTek and general manager of the Wireless Communications Business Unit. “The Dimensity 9600 Pro meets these demands with a Native AI architecture and dual improvement in performance and power efficiency to deliver new agentic AI experiences.”

Improved Compute Performance

The MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro packs a punch, featuring a 2+3+3 All Big Core CPU design which offers faster, more responsive experiences and an impressive 61% reduction in multi-core power consumption. This architecture consists of two C2-Ultra cores with clock speeds up to 4.55GHz, three C2-Pro big cores at 4.35GHz, and three C2-Pro big cores at 3.1GHz. Users will enjoy up to 17% higher single-core performance and up to 15% higher multi-core performance compared to the previous generation.*

Advanced AI Experiences

The Dimensity 9600 Pro’s dual-NPU architecture and Agentic AI Engine are designed to power the next generation of on-device AI, enabling smartphones to perceive, reason and act more intelligently while keeping AI experiences secure. Its second-generation Super Efficient NPU reduces power consumption by 40% for always-on AI, while the NPU 1090 delivers 51% higher LLM prefill performance, 55% higher Token generation per watt*, and supports complex on-device applications, including models up to 30B parameters. This enables new agentic AI capabilities such as smart analysis of on-device data, proactive assistance, and personalized responses that learn your preferences and act like a digital twin.

AI Computing Fusion Architecture on the Dimensity 9600 Pro brings together the CPU and NPU to create a powerful foundation for AI computing, supported by a larger 34.5MB cache and, for the first time, LPDDR6 memory and UFS 5.0 storage. Its upgraded Dimensity Scheduling Engine coordinates hardware and software to intelligently allocate computing, power and memory resources, helping smartphone manufacturers deliver fast, power-efficient systems that keep multiple applications running smoothly in the background.

Smoother Gaming

Integrating the G2-Ultra NX GPU, the Dimensity 9600 Pro shines at gaming. The latest GPU delivers up to 27% higher peak performance, 24% lower power consumption at peak performance, and 18% faster raytracing, for higher console-grade gaming on-device at up to 185fps. Building on this powerful GPU foundation, the new MediaTek Dimensity Neural Graphics Architecture combines GPU and AI computing. MediaTek HyperEngine further optimizes gameplay to provide smoother, more immersive, high-resolution gaming.

High-quality Imaging

Additionally, the Dimensity 9600 Pro features the Imagiq 1290 ISP and new Dimensity AI Imaging Fusion Architecture, combining ISP and NPU capabilities to deliver advanced computational photography and content creation. It supports NPU-powered 60fps motion capture and introduces 4K240 native direct-output ultra-slow-motion video to the Dimensity platform, alongside 4K60 AI True Color Tone, 4K120 cinematic log and 17EV imaging for high-quality photos and videos across a range of shooting scenarios.

The MediaTek Dimensity 9600M: Bringing Flagship Experiences to More Users

In addition to the Dimensity 9600 Pro, MediaTek is introducing the Dimensity 9600M. This upcoming chipset will ensure flagship-level performance and power efficiency is accessible to more users, combining MediaTek’s signature high-performance computing cores and power efficiency expertise with the company’s advanced hardware and software technologies. Across AI, imaging, gaming and everyday performance, the Dimensity 9600M uses the latest Agentic AI Engine and Dimensity Scheduling Engine to deliver intelligent, responsive and power-efficient experiences.

Its powerful NPU enables advanced on-device AI, including always-on perception and real-time AI-enhanced imaging, while its ISP supports professional-quality imaging and real-time tracking. For gamers, MediaTek HyperEngine enables smooth gameplay at up to 185fps, while advanced connectivity technologies help deliver fast, reliable mobile experiences. Together, these capabilities give users a more responsive, intelligent and immersive smartphone experience without compromising power efficiency.

The first smartphones powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro and Dimensity 9600M are expected to launch this quarter. To learn more about the MediaTek Dimensity flagship portfolio, please visit: https://www.mediatek.com/products/smartphones/dimensity-5g 

About MediaTek Inc.
MediaTek (TWSE: 2454) is a global leader in fabless semiconductor design, providing solutions from the edge to the cloud. Powering over 2 billion connected devices every year, MediaTek’s leading-edge technology keeps the world connected and enhances everyday life. At the forefront of innovation, MediaTek drives advancements in transformative technologies such as AI, 5G/6G, and Wi-Fi 7/Wi-Fi 8. Our high-performance, power-efficient products form the foundation for a smarter, more connected world, enabling devices from smartphones, smart homes and AI PCs to high-performance computing, automotive, and AI data centers. As a trusted partner to the world’s leading brands, MediaTek leads the industry in creating solutions that meet the evolving needs of the global community, ensuring access to world-class technology for everyone. Our commitment to accelerating AI underscores our dedication to enriching the future of humanity.

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*Performance metrics achieved via demo device testing in MediaTek labs. 

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MISSISSAUGA, ON, Sept. 14, 2026 /CNW/ — The Honourable Ruby Sahota, Secretary of State for Combatting Crime, on behalf of the Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, will make a clean fuels funding announcement in Ontario. A media availability will follow.  

Date: Tuesday, September 15, 2026

Time: 10:00 a.m. ET

All accredited media are asked to pre-register by emailing media@nrcan-rncan.gc.ca. Details on how to participate will be provided upon registration.

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ZURICH, Switzerland, Sept. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Ontinue, a leading MXDR partner providing nonstop managed security operations through its Agentic SOC, today published the results of its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions inventory. The report shows continued progress toward the company’s SBTi-validated near-term and net-zero targets, including a 2.5% year-over-year reduction in Scope 2 emissions tied to the optimization of Ontinue’s global office footprint.

Total emissions across Scopes rose by approximately 3% compared to 2024. Ontinue attributes the increase to two factors: continued business growth that increased employee business travel, and a planned methodology upgrade that moved fuel and energy-related activity accounting from a spend-based to an activity-based approach. The latter change improves the precision of Ontinue’s emissions data and reflects the kind of reporting maturity SBTi expects companies to build over time.

“We’re growing as a business and we’re measuring that growth more precisely than we used to,” said Moritz Mann, Chief Executive Officer of Ontinue. We’re pleased to see that we’re still making real headway on the parts of our footprint we control directly.”

2025 Emissions Breakdown

As in prior years, Scope 3 continues to represent the substantial majority of Ontinue’s footprint, reflecting the company’s office-based, software-led business model. Scope 1 emissions remained at zero, and Scope 2 emissions totaled 12.59 tCO₂e on a location-based basis, down from the prior year as Ontinue continued to streamline its office locations.

Continued Alignment with Science-Based Targets

Ontinue’s near-term targets for Scopes 1 and 2, and its long-term net-zero target across Scopes 1, 2, and 3, remain validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), the global authority that enables companies to set emissions reduction targets in line with climate science and the Paris Agreement’s goal of limiting warming to 1.5°C.

Ontinue’s sustainability strategy continues to focus on decarbonizing its own operations, working with suppliers and partners on shared reductions, and reporting progress transparently. Looking ahead, the company plans to extend the activity-based measurement approach it applied to fuel and energy-related activities in 2025 to its purchased goods and services category, its largest source of emissions, beginning with its highest-spend suppliers.

To learn more about Ontinue, please visit www.ontinue.com.

About Ontinue

As a leading provider of AI-powered managed security operations, Ontinue is on a mission to give every organization the freedom to focus on what they do best; by making nonstop security excellence accessible, not just aspirational. By combining advanced AI with deep human expertise, Ontinue delivers managed security operations that are tailored to each organization’s unique environment, operational needs, and risk profile.

Ontinue’s ION SecOps Platform integrates AI-driven insights, automation, and real-time collaboration to continuously prevent, detect, and respond to threats. With deep expertise in Microsoft security technologies, Ontinue helps customers maximize the value of their existing investments while achieving stronger, more scalable security outcomes.

Continuous protection. AI-powered Nonstop SecOps. That’s Ontinue.

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