--- title: Chromebooks with MediaTek Kompanio Processors Excel At Minecraft description: Chromebooks with MediaTek Kompanio Processors Excel At Minecraft --- [![MediaTek](https://i.mediatek.com/hs-fs/hubfs/MediaTek%20Assets/Images/MediaTek-Logo.png?width=130&height=16&name=MediaTek-Logo.png "MediaTek")](https://www.mediatek.com?hsLang=en) ![Right-logo](https://i.mediatek.com/hs-fs/hubfs/chromebooks%20for%20education/Hollingworth-school-page/Right-logo.png?width=150&height=64&name=Right-logo.png) # Chromebooks with MediaTek Kompanio Processors Excel At Minecraft ![Chromebook](https://i.mediatek.com/hubfs/chromebooks%20for%20education/Hollingworth-school-page/Chromebook-2.png) ![Icon_Rocket Launch](https://i.mediatek.com/hubfs/Minecraft%20Landing%20Page/Images/Icon_Rocket%20Launch.svg) Up to 3X Faster App Launch Time ![Icon_Work in progress](https://i.mediatek.com/hubfs/Minecraft%20Landing%20Page/Images/Icon_Work%20in%20progress.svg) Up to 3.8X Faster Demo Lesson Loading Time ![Icon_FPS](https://i.mediatek.com/hubfs/Minecraft%20Landing%20Page/Images/Icon_FPS.svg) Up to 5.2X Higher Frames Per Second When Playing a Lesson ![Icon-18](https://i.mediatek.com/hubfs/Minecraft%20Landing%20Page/Images/Icon-18.svg) Up to 1.4X Longer Battery Life in Multitasking Scenarios ## Achieve More Engaging Minecraft Experiences For Your Students Over 50 million students use Chromebooks for school and more than 35 million students and teachers across 115 countries are licensed to use Minecraft Education Edition, a popular video game that promotes active learning and allows students to explore and construct their virtual worlds, offering endless creativity and adventure. Minecraft can be tailored to different subjects and curriculum objectives, making it a valuable tool for teaching everything from math and science to history and literature. Providing students with a seamless and swift Minecraft experience on Chromebooks is instrumental and can be significantly enhanced by using Chromebooks that are powered by efficient processors that are designed to optimize performance. With faster processing speeds and efficient resource utilization, students can enjoy quicker downloads, smoother gameplay, and enhanced graphics quality, ultimately unlocking the full potential of their gaming and learning experience on Chromebook devices. ![Minecraft-img](https://i.mediatek.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Minecraft%20Landing%20Page/Images/Minecraft-img.jpg?width=1920&height=1047&name=Minecraft-img.jpg) *The showcased Minecraft UI is only for illustrative purposes MediaTek, the No. 1 processor maker for Arm-based Chromebooks, is committed to providing students and teachers with stress-free, productive, and engaging classroom experiences. To fulfill this commitment, MediaTek crafts processors that boast exceptional power efficiency, ensuring true all-day battery life. Leveraging octa-core processor architectures, MediaTek further enhances productivity in multitasking scenarios helping students stay engaged even when running demanding workloads. ![Img-2](https://i.mediatek.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Minecraft%20Landing%20Page/Images/Img-2.jpg?width=1920&height=1150&name=Img-2.jpg) *The showcased Minecraft UI is only for illustrative purposes Using Student Chromebooks powered by MediaTek Kompanio 520 and 528 processors provides your students with faster Minecraft app launch times, shorter load times for demo lessons, faster launch times for code builder sessions and stress-free all-day battery life – overall, Minecraft runs smoother and delivers a more realistic and immersive experience and all of this is true even when students play across multiple worlds, and when they multitask. ![School Girl](https://i.mediatek.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Minecraft%20Landing%20Page/Images/1.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&name=1.jpg) ![Kid with Laptop](https://i.mediatek.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Minecraft%20Landing%20Page/Images/Kid%20with%20Laptop.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&name=Kid%20with%20Laptop.jpg) *The showcased Minecraft UI is only for illustrative purposes ## Testing Method We compared the performance of three Chromebooks with similar specifications1 powered by the following processors: ![K528](https://i.mediatek.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Minecraft%20Landing%20Page/Images/K528.png?width=350&height=350&name=K528.png) ##### MediaTek Kompanio 528 Processor ![K520](https://i.mediatek.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Minecraft%20Landing%20Page/Images/K520.png?width=350&height=350&name=K520.png) ##### MediaTek Kompanio 520 Processor ![intel](https://i.mediatek.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Minecraft%20Landing%20Page/Images/intel.png?width=359&height=359&name=intel.png) ##### Intel Celeron N4500 Processor We tested these Chromebooks across three user scenarios: **Scenario 1** consisted of running Minecraft Education Edition in a single tasking scenario and measuring the performance of common tasks such as app launch time, demo lesson loading time, code builder window launch time and the number of Frames Per Second (FPS) the processor can drive on the device display. In addition, an average loading time for 12 lessons tested across 6 different Minecraft worlds was performed to ensure sufficient coverage across a broad range of use cases. **Scenario 2** consisted of running Minecraft Education Edition in a multitasking scenario with a Google Meet video conference. The Google Meet session included two participants with full-screen sharing and a video blur virtual background. In addition, this scenario included measuring the performance of common tasks such as app launch time, demo lesson loading time, code builder window launch time, task switch time, and the number of Frames Per Second (FPS) the processor can drive on the device display. **Scenario 3** consisted of measuring battery life performance of a 30-minute session with Minecraft Education Edition running in addition to a concurrent Google Meet video conference. Similar to the previous scenario, the Google Meet video conference session included two participants with full-screen sharing and a video blur virtual background. ![Threee kids with laptop](https://i.mediatek.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Minecraft%20Landing%20Page/Images/Threee%20kids%20with%20laptop.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&name=Threee%20kids%20with%20laptop.jpg) 1. All devices were equipped with 4GB RAM, 32/64GB storage & 11.6″ HD (1366 x 768) display resolution ## Scenario 1 Results | Minecraft Single Tasking Performance ###### Factors measured: ![Icon_Rocket-2](https://i.mediatek.com/hubfs/Minecraft%20Landing%20Page/Images/Icon_Rocket-2.svg) App launch time ![Icon_WIP-2](https://i.mediatek.com/hubfs/Minecraft%20Landing%20Page/Images/Icon_WIP-2.svg) Demo lesson loading time ![Icon_code-2](https://i.mediatek.com/hubfs/Minecraft%20Landing%20Page/Images/Icon_code-2.svg) Code builder window launch time ![Icon_FPS-2](https://i.mediatek.com/hubfs/Minecraft%20Landing%20Page/Images/Icon_FPS-2.svg) Frames per second (FPS) during a 30-minute gaming session ![Icon-23](https://i.mediatek.com/hubfs/Minecraft%20Landing%20Page/Images/Icon-23.svg) The average loading time for 12 lessons tested across 6 different Minecraft worlds ![Icon_Rocket-2](https://i.mediatek.com/hubfs/Minecraft%20Landing%20Page/Images/Icon_Rocket-2.svg) App launch time ![Icon_WIP-2](https://i.mediatek.com/hubfs/Minecraft%20Landing%20Page/Images/Icon_WIP-2.svg) Demo lesson loading time ![Icon_code-2](https://i.mediatek.com/hubfs/Minecraft%20Landing%20Page/Images/Icon_code-2.svg) Code builder window launch time ![Icon_FPS-2](https://i.mediatek.com/hubfs/Minecraft%20Landing%20Page/Images/Icon_FPS-2.svg) Frames per second (FPS) during a 30-minute gaming session ![Icon-23](https://i.mediatek.com/hubfs/Minecraft%20Landing%20Page/Images/Icon-23.svg) The average loading time for 12 lessons tested across 6 different Minecraft worlds ##### Minecraft App Launch Time 9.7 Seconds 10.5 Seconds 20.2 Seconds ###### 1.9X - 2.1X Faster ##### Demo Lesson Loading Time ( Hour of Code : Timecraft ) 13.7 Seconds 14.1 Seconds 27.2 Seconds ###### 1.9X - 2X Faster --- ##### Codebuilder Window Launch Time ( Hour of Code: Timecraft ) 5.8 Seconds 5.2 Seconds 25.1 Seconds ###### 4.3X - 4.8X Faster ##### 30min Gaming FPS ( Hour of Code:AI ) 55.9 FPS 55.4 FPS 31.3 FPS ###### 1.8X Higher FPS ##### Average Loading Time of 12 Lessons in 6 Worlds 16.2 Seconds 17.1 Seconds 26.3 Seconds ###### 1.5X - 1.6X Faster MediaTek Kompanio 528 Processor1 MediaTek Kompanio 520 Processor2 Intel® Celeron® N4500 Processor3 Figure 1: Comparing the performace of Chromebooks powered by the MediaTek Kompanio 520 and 528 processorts to that of Chromebooks powered by the intel® Celeron® N4500 processor during Minecraft EDU testing. 1. SW Version : R115.15474.70.0 2. SW Version : R115.15474.70.0 / R115.15474.84.0 3. SW Version : R115.15474.70.0 / R115.15474.84.0 ## Scenario 2 Results | Minecraft + Google Meet Multitasking Performance ###### Factors measured: ![Icon_Rocket-2](https://i.mediatek.com/hubfs/Minecraft%20Landing%20Page/Images/Icon_Rocket-2.svg) App launch time ![Icon_WIP-2](https://i.mediatek.com/hubfs/Minecraft%20Landing%20Page/Images/Icon_WIP-2.svg) Demo lesson loading time ![Icon_code-2](https://i.mediatek.com/hubfs/Minecraft%20Landing%20Page/Images/Icon_code-2.svg) Code builder window launch time ![Icon_FPS-2](https://i.mediatek.com/hubfs/Minecraft%20Landing%20Page/Images/Icon_FPS-2.svg) Frames per second (FPS) during a 30-minute gaming session ![Icon-23](https://i.mediatek.com/hubfs/Minecraft%20Landing%20Page/Images/Icon-23.svg) Task switching with lesson reloading time ![Icon_Rocket-2](https://i.mediatek.com/hubfs/Minecraft%20Landing%20Page/Images/Icon_Rocket-2.svg) App launch time ![Icon_WIP-2](https://i.mediatek.com/hubfs/Minecraft%20Landing%20Page/Images/Icon_WIP-2.svg) Demo lesson loading time ![Icon_code-2](https://i.mediatek.com/hubfs/Minecraft%20Landing%20Page/Images/Icon_code-2.svg) Code builder window launch time ![Icon_FPS-2](https://i.mediatek.com/hubfs/Minecraft%20Landing%20Page/Images/Icon_FPS-2.svg) Frames per second (FPS) during a 30-minute gaming session ![Icon-23](https://i.mediatek.com/hubfs/Minecraft%20Landing%20Page/Images/Icon-23.svg) Task switching with lesson reloading time ##### Minecraft App Launch Time 15.6 Seconds 16.9 Seconds 46.5 Seconds ###### 2.8X - 3X Faster ##### Demo Lesson Loading Time ( Hour of Code : AI ) 17.2 Seconds 21.1 Seconds 64.7 Seconds ###### 3.1X - 3.8X Faster --- ##### Codebuilder Window Launch Time ( Hour of Code: AI ) 15.1 Seconds 15.3 Seconds 84.0 Seconds ###### 5.5X - 5.6X Faster ##### Task Switch: Lesson Reload Time ( Hour of Code: AI ) 8.2 FPS 7.6 FPS 100.9 FPS ###### 12.3X - 13.2X Faster ##### 30min Gaming FPS ( Hour of Code : Escape Estate ) 25.8 FPS 23.1 FPS 4.9 FPS ###### 4.7X - 5.2X Higher FPS MediaTek Kompanio 528 Processor1 MediaTek Kompanio 520 Processor2 Intel® Celeron® N4500 Processor3 Figure 2:  Comparing the performance of Chromebooks powered by the MediaTek Kompanio 520 and 528 processors to that of Chromebooks powered by the Intel® Celeron® N4500 processor during Minecraft EDU Multitasking testing. 1. SW Version : R115.15474.70.0 2. SW Version : R115.15474.70.0 3. SW Version : R115.15474.70.0 ## Scenario 3 Results | Minecraft + Google Meet Battery Life Performance ###### Factors measured: ![Icon_Battery-2](https://i.mediatek.com/hubfs/Minecraft%20Landing%20Page/Images/Icon_Battery-2.svg) Battery life ![Icon_Battery-2](https://i.mediatek.com/hubfs/Minecraft%20Landing%20Page/Images/Icon_Battery-2.svg) Battery life ###### Minecraft EDU Lesson : Hour of Code : AI. --- ##### Simulated & Normalized4 Battery Life (hr) 6.8 hr 6.3 hr 4.8 hr ###### 1.3X - 1.4X Longer Battery Life MediaTek Kompanio 528 Processor MediaTek Kompanio 520 Processor Intel Celeron N4500 Processor Figure 3: Comparing the performance of Chromebooks powered by the MediaTek Kompanio 520 and 528 processorts to that of Chromebooks powered by the intel® Celeron® N4500 processor during Minecraft EDU Multitasking testing. 1. SW Version : R116.15509.81.0 2. SW Version : R116.15509.81.0 3. SW Version : R116.15509.81.0 4. Measurements are normalized to 47Wh battery size ![Girls with laptop](https://i.mediatek.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Minecraft%20Landing%20Page/Images/Girls%20with%20laptop.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&name=Girls%20with%20laptop.jpg) ![Kid with Tab](https://i.mediatek.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Minecraft%20Landing%20Page/Images/Kid%20with%20Tab.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&name=Kid%20with%20Tab.jpg) *The showcased Minecraft UI is only for illustrative purposes ## Benchmarking Summary Chromebooks powered by MediaTek Kompanio 520 and 528 Processors provide: Low application, lesson and code builder launch times when playing Minecraft allowing students to dive right into their Minecraft adventures with minimal delay, maximizing their immersion and engagement in the virtual world. ![Icon_Rocket Launch](https://i.mediatek.com/hubfs/Minecraft%20Landing%20Page/Images/Icon_Rocket%20Launch.svg) Up to 3X Faster App Launch Time ![Icon_Work in progress](https://i.mediatek.com/hubfs/Minecraft%20Landing%20Page/Images/Icon_Work%20in%20progress.svg) Up to 3.8X Faster Demo Lesson Loading Time ![code-2](https://i.mediatek.com/hubfs/Minecraft%20Landing%20Page/Images/code-2.svg) 5.6X Faster Code Builder Window Launch Time Swift task-switching, heightened productivity, and seamless multitasking, which significantly enhance students’ Minecraft gaming experience. Higher FPS ( Frames Per Second ) allowing students to experience smoother and more responsive gameplay, enabling them to navigate challenges, build structures, and collaborate seamlessly in Minecraft, enhancing their overall gaming and learning experience. Stress-free all-day battery life for fewer interruptions and more productive and engaging learning and gaming sessions. ![Icon_Checklist](https://i.mediatek.com/hubfs/Minecraft%20Landing%20Page/Images/Icon_Checklist.svg) Up to 13.3X Faster Task Switching with Reduced Lesson Reloading Time ![Icon_FPS](https://i.mediatek.com/hubfs/Minecraft%20Landing%20Page/Images/Icon_FPS.svg) Up to 5.2X Higher Frames per Second When Playing a Lesson ![Icon-18](https://i.mediatek.com/hubfs/Minecraft%20Landing%20Page/Images/Icon-18.svg) Up to 1.4X Longer Battery Life in Multitasking Scenarios Superior multitasking performance owing to MediaTek’s octa-core architecture (versus 2 CPU cores on the competitor device) helping students stay engaged even when running demanding workloads. ## Key Takeaways ![K528&520](https://i.mediatek.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Minecraft%20Landing%20Page/Images/K528%26520.png?width=800&height=450&name=K528%26520.png) MediaTek Kompanio 520 and 528 processors have proven to be exceptionally well-suited for Chromebooks, offering a range of advantages that significantly enhance students’ experience, including when using applications like Minecraft for Education. ###### Here's why MediaTek Kompanio stands out: **Arm and Android Native Execution:** MediaTek Kompanio processors leverage Arm architecture, providing native support for Android applications. Since Minecraft Education Edition is an Android app, running it on a Chromebook with MediaTek Kompanio processors ensures seamless and optimized performance. This compatibility results in faster load times and smoother gameplay. **Enhanced Power Efficiency:** MediaTek's processors are designed to maximize battery life and support extended usage throughout the school day. Longer battery life means fewer interruptions and more productive stress-free learning or gaming sessions. **Octa-Core Architecture:** MediaTek Kompanio 520 and 528 processors incorporate an octa-core architecture, consisting of two high-performance cores and 6 efficiency cores designed to handle various tasks optimally. Students can switch between applications, run educational tools, and engage in gaming with remarkable speed and fluidity. **Improved Graphics:** MediaTek Kompanio processors also excel in delivering impressive graphics quality. This is particularly beneficial for Minecraft, where enhanced graphics can provide a more immersive and engaging gaming experience. Higher frame rates and smoother graphics contribute to a heightened sense of realism within the virtual world. In summary, MediaTek Kompanio processors excel in the Chromebook ecosystem due to their Arm and Android native execution capabilities, octa-core architecture for superior multitasking, enhanced power efficiency, improved graphics, and reduced load times. 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