If you want to buy budget smartphones, choosing the right SoC can be a huge deciding factor if you’re going enjoy or endure that device. Today, we’re taking a close look at the Unisoc T7250 vs Unisoc T7225 (T612) to see how these two lower-budget chips stack up against each other. These two SoCs aim to power affordable phones, but let’s find out which one offers the better deal for your next budget device.
Unisoc T7250 Overview
The Unisoc T7250 is a budget-tier mobile processor developed by Unisoc, announced in late 2024. It’s essentially a rebranded version of the older Unisoc T615. This SoC is designed to bring balanced performance to affordable smartphones. To achieve this, it features a mix of CPU cores and a modern GPU for everyday tasks and light gaming. You can find the T7250 in devices like the Redmi A5 and other entry-level 4G smartphones.
Unisoc T7225 Overview
The Unisoc T7225, also known as the rebranded T612, is another budget-friendly chip from Unisoc. It is older than the T7250 and it targets similar entry-level devices, offering reliable performance for day-to-day use. Like the T7250, it’s designed for affordable phones needing solid 4G connectivity and decent multimedia features.
Unisoc T7250 vs Unisoc T7225
| Specs | Unisoc T7250 (T615) | Unisoc T7225 (T612) |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | 2x Cortex A75 (1.8GHz) 6x Cortex A55 (1.6GHz) |
2x Cortex A75 (1.8GHz)
6x Cortex A55 (1.8GHz) |
| GPU | Mali G57 MP1 (850MHz) | Mali G57 MP1 (650MHz) |
| Process | 12nm (TSMC) | 12nm (TSMC) |
| AnTuTu 10 | 263,000 | 244,716 |
| Geek Bench 6 |
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| RAM Support | LPDDR4X @1866MHz | LPDDR4X @1600MHz |
| Storage Support | eMMC 5.1, UFS 2.1, UFS 2.2 | eMMC 5.1, UFS 2.1, UFS 2.2 |
| Display Support | 720p@120Hz or 1080p@60Hz | 720p@120Hz or 1080p@60Hz |
| Camera Support | Up to 108MP | Up to 108MP |
| Video | 1080p @60fps | 1080p @60fps |
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| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
CPU Performance
Both the T7250 and T7225 use the same CPU architectures with two high-performance Cortex A75 cores at 1.8GHz. However, the T7250 uses six Cortex A55 cores clocked at 1.6GHz, while the T7225 uses six Cortex A55 cores clocked slightly higher at 1.8GHz. In theory, this might give the T7225 a slight advantage in tasks that require multiple cores to run, though the difference is small in real-world use.
GPU Graphics and Gaming
Both SoCs use the Mali G57 MP1 GPU, but the T7250’s GPU is clocked at a slightly higher 850MHz over the 650MHz on the T7225. This gives it a marginal advantage in graphical tasks, though neither chip is built for heavy gaming. Games like eFootball mobile, CoDM, PUBG Mobile, Free Fire etc. will run. However, games like Delta Force may not run even at low settings. Expect basic 3D gaming and casual graphics performance from both.
Benchmarks
Benchmark scores also tell a similar story. On AnTuTu 10, the T7250 scores around 263,000, while the T7225 scores slightly lower at 244,716. The T7250 wins here in large parts due to its better GPU and faster RAM.
On GeekBench 6, both chips are neck-and-neck, with the T7225 showing a small lead in multi-core (1509 vs 1454), but a slightly lower single-core score (422 vs 441).
Overall, the T7250 is the slightly better performer in general, while the T7225 does well in multi-threaded tasks.
RAM/Storage Support
The T7250 supports LPDDR4X memory at up to 1866MHz, while the T7225 is limited to 1600MHz. This means the T7250 can potentially handle faster RAM, improving overall app responsiveness. Both support UFS 2.2, UFS 2.1 and eMMC 5.1. This gives manufacturers more flexibility (albeit with slower options).
Display Support
Both chips can handle Full HD (1080p) displays. They also offer 720p at 120Hz refresh rates for smoother UI animations in budget gaming phones.
Camera/Video
Both SoCs support camera resolutions up to 108MP and 1080p video capture at 60fps. Neither chip features advanced imaging capabilities, but both can handle decent photos and videos for social media and daily use.
Comms
Both processors support 4G LTE (Cat.7 DL / Cat.13 UL), with VoLTE support. Bluetooth is slightly more advanced on the T7250 (5.2 vs 5.0 on the T7225). Both chips support Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac).
Conclusion
The Unisoc T7250 is the better processor here because it’s got the better overall performance thanks to a slightly higher GPU clock, faster RAM support, and newer Bluetooth standard. That said, the Unisoc T7225 remains a solid option for extremely budget-conscious devices. It’s offers a fairly decent CPU performance with flexible storage options. If you’re looking for a modest performance boost and slightly better gaming experience, the T7250 is the more capable choice among these two budget contenders.
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