Today’s classrooms are more demanding than ever. Students need technology that is fast, responsive, and capable of keeping up with everything from basic browsing to creative STEM applications. To meet this need, MediaTek has introduced the MediaTek Kompanio 540, a new chip designed to deliver exceptional power and efficiency to thin, ultra-portable Chromebooks.
This new processor is built to help students learn, create, and thrive in a digital-first world.
Seamless Performance for Modern Learning
The Kompanio 540 is engineered for smooth performance and effortless multitasking. Its key features include:
- An octa-core processor with two powerful Arm Cortex-A78 CPUs.
- A dual-core graphics engine.
- Support for premium LPDDR5 memory and fast UFS 3.1 storage.
This powerful combination allows students to seamlessly switch between tasks like browsing the web, streaming media, or even running more demanding applications like Tinkercad and Minecraft® Education Edition without any lag.
All-Day Battery Life and Quiet Operation
One of the standout features of the Kompanio 540 is its incredible efficiency. It delivers 35% longer battery life compared to the previous generation (Kompanio 520), allowing users to stay productive and entertained all day on a single charge.
Furthermore, this power-efficient design enables fanless operation. This means Chromebooks powered by the Kompanio 540 run cool and completely silent, eliminating distracting fan noise in the classroom.
High-Resolution Streaming
The chip also features a powerful integrated video decoding engine. This ensures smooth, high-resolution video streaming, even on an external TV, without draining the battery.
As John Maletis, VP of ChromeOS at Google, stated, “We’re excited to see the MediaTek Kompanio 540 power more Chromebooks and bring a balance of power and efficiency to more users who can rely on it to bring them a full day of work and play.”
MediaTek Kompanio 540-powered Chromebooks are expected to be available starting in January 2026.