MediaTek released the smart TV chip Pentonic 700, equipped with a powerful AI engine, enabling a new generation of high-end 4K 120Hz smart TVs. Pentonic 700 has AI image quality enhancement technology, supports Dolby Vision IQ with Precision Detail function, integrates 4K 120Hz motion compensation technology (MEMC), 4K 120Hz timing controller (TCON) and game optimization technology, Helping global smart TV manufacturers create an engaging full-scene audio-visual experience.
Chen Junkun, General Manager of MediaTek TV Business Unit, said: "With the help of AI picture quality enhancement technology, the MediaTek Pentonic series further enhances the intelligent functions of TVs. Users are watching videos, sports programs, playing games or using the TV as a control center for other smart devices. The Pentonic 700 provides an excellent experience.”
The Pentonic 700 integrates the MediaTek AI processor APU, supports MediaTek AI super resolution, AI-PQ Scene Recognition and AI-PQ Object Recognition technologies, providing image edge smoothing Processing and detail reconstruction functions. The Pentonic 700 enhances contrast in light and dark areas with Dolby Vision IQ with Precision Detail for stunning image detail.
The MediaTek Pentonic 700 supports the simultaneous display of multiple sources from local and the Internet in Picture-in-Picture (PiP) or Split Screen (PbP) on a single screen. This new technology can be used for home entertainment, where consumers can watch their favorite sporting events from different perspectives at the same time, or invite friends and family to have a video call while enjoying the exciting event. In the office, it can enhance the functionality of virtual meetings, allowing the TV to display different streaming content at the same time.
The chip's highly integrated design and excellent energy efficiency can help device manufacturers streamline bill of materials (BOM) and shorten product time-to-market. Smart TV manufacturers can choose the MediaTek Filogic Wi-Fi 6/6E/7 wireless connection solution to achieve high-speed network connection, play 4K video content more smoothly, bring low-latency and stable connection to smart TV, and fully satisfy users' needs for streaming media playback and playback. Demand for cloud gaming.
The Pentonic 700 is a new member of the MediaTek Pentonic family. With the launch of the Pentonic 700, the Pentonic series can provide smart TV manufacturers with a rich product portfolio for the high-end, mid-range and mainstream markets to meet different market needs. Smart TVs powered by the Pentonic 700 are expected to be available in the fourth quarter of 2022.
