“The 8-core CPUs are being developed for high-end large-size tablets that will compete with notebook models, while the quad- and dual-core tablet CPUs are likely to be incorporated into wireless chips in order to compete with large-size smartphones,” Digitimes noted in its report citing industry sources.
The company aims to ship over 20 million tablet processors next year including MT8283 & MT8389 models launched in second half of this year.
With Android tablet shipments expected to cross 200 million units in 2014, MediaTek is seeing a big opportunity. Also, with entry-level and mid-range tablets accounting for most of these shipments, MediaTek has a clear chance of achieving its target.
