The Mali-G31 is built on a (typically 12nm or 28nm vs. the older 40nm+ of the 450). It generates less heat and uses less power, which is critical for tiny devices like HDMI TV sticks. 💡 Which should you choose? Choose Mali-G31 MP2 Go to product viewer dialog for this item.
When evaluating raw performance, the naming convention can be deceptive. The "MP2" suffix on the Mali-450 typically indicates a dual-core configuration, but even an octa-core Mali-450 (MP8) found in devices like the Rockchip RK3288 cannot match the per-core efficiency of the G31. According to ARM’s own estimates and third-party benchmarks (GFXBench, 3DMark), the than the Mali-450 MP2 in most GPU-centric tasks. More importantly, the G31 achieves this performance at a fraction of the power draw. The Mali-450, built on older 28nm or 40nm process nodes, runs hot and throttles quickly. The G31, designed for 28nm but often implemented on 12nm or 16nm, maintains sustained performance for longer periods. Mali-g31 Mp2 Vs Mali-450