| Benchmark | Mali-450 MP4 | Mali-G31 MP2 | Winner | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | 18–22 fps | 28–34 fps | G31 | | GFXBench Manhattan 3.0 | 6–8 fps (unplayable) | 14–18 fps (choppy but better) | G31 | | Antutu 9 GPU Score | ~4,500 | ~12,000 - 15,000 | G31 | | 3DMark Ice Storm Unlimited | ~4,800 | ~9,200 | G31 | | 3DMark Sling Shot (Vulkan) | Unsupported | ~850 | G31 (Mali-450 fails) |
If you are shopping for a low-cost phone, a TV box, or a wearable, you will likely encounter these two names. On paper, the numbers “G31” suggest it is newer than “450.” But is it actually faster? Can a modern ultra-efficiency core beat a decade-old workhorse? Mali-g31 Mp2 Vs Mali-450
Your thumbs—and your battery—will thank you. Specs current as of 2025. Always check the exact CPU model (e.g., Unisoc SC9863A or MediaTek MT6739 contains a G31; MediaTek MT6580 contains a Mali-450). | Benchmark | Mali-450 MP4 | Mali-G31 MP2
In the world of mobile processors, the spotlight often shines on flagship chips like the Snapdragon 8 Gen series or Apple’s A-series Bionic. However, the vast majority of the world’s smartphones—particularly entry-level and feature phones—run on far more modest silicon. At the heart of these budget devices lie two of the most ubiquitous graphics processing units (GPUs) in history: ARM’s Mali-450 and the more modern Mali-G31 MP2 . Your thumbs—and your battery—will thank you
Note: Scores vary by CPU pairing, but we average the typical clock speeds (500-650MHz).