Generic MediaTek G99 (generic-mediatek-g99)
Appearance
| Manufacturer | MediaTek |
|---|---|
| Name |
G99 (MT6789 MT8781) |
| Codename | generic-mediatek-g99 |
| Released | 2022 |
| Type | generic |
| Hardware | |
| Chipset | MediaTek Helio G99 (MT6789) |
| CPU |
6x Cortex A55 2x Cortex A76 |
| GPU | Mali-G57 MC2 |
| Storage | 128/256 GB |
| Memory | 6/8/12 GB |
| Architecture | aarch64 |
| Software | |
Original software The software and version the device was shipped with. |
Android 12 |
Extended version The most recent supported version from the manufacturer. |
Android 13 |
| FOSS bootloader | partial |
| postmarketOS | |
| Category | testing |
Mainline Instead of a Linux kernel fork, it is possible to run (Close to) Mainline. |
yes |
pmOS kernel The kernel version that runs on the device's port. |
Mainline |
| Device package |
device-generic-mediatek-g99 out-of-tree |
| Kernel package |
linux-generic-mediatek-g99 out-of-tree |
Flashing Whether it is possible to flash the device with pmbootstrap flasher. |
Works
|
|---|---|
USB Networking After connecting the device with USB to your PC, you can connect to it via telnet (initramfs) or SSH (booted system). |
Broken
|
Internal storage eMMC, SD cards, UFS... |
Works
|
Battery Whether charging and battery level reporting work. |
Broken
|
Screen Whether the display works; ideally with sleep mode and brightness control. |
Partial
|
Touchscreen |
Partial
|
| Multimedia | |
3D Acceleration |
Broken
|
Audio Audio playback, microphone, headset and buttons. |
Broken
|
Camera |
Broken
|
| Connectivity | |
WiFi |
Broken
|
Bluetooth |
Broken
|
GPS |
Broken
|
NFC Near Field Communication |
Broken
|
| Modem | |
Calls |
Broken
|
SMS |
Broken
|
Mobile data |
Broken
|
| Miscellaneous | |
FDE Full disk encryption and unlocking with unl0kr. |
Broken
|
USB OTG USB On-The-Go or USB-C Role switching. |
Broken
|
| Sensors | |
Accelerometer Handles automatic screen rotation in many interfaces. |
Broken
|
Haptics |
Broken
|
Primary Bootloader Whether it is possible to replace stock bootloader with U-Boot. |
Works
|
|---|---|
Mainline Whether latest upstream versions of U-Boot are not broken and it is possible to use them. |
Partial
|
Internal Storage Whether it is possible to boot from internal storage (e.g. eMMC or UFS). |
Works
|
SD card Whether it is possible to boot from SD card. |
Broken
|
USB Host Whether it is possible to boot from a USB storage or connect a keyboard. |
Broken
|
USB Peripheral Whether it is possible to use device as a peripheral in U-Boot, e.g. for fastboot mode. |
Broken
|
Display |
Partial
|
Keyboard |
Broken
|
Buttons Whether it is possible to navigate in boot menu or grub with volume and power buttons. |
Broken
|
| This device is based on the Helio G99/G99 Pro. See the SoC page for common tips, guides and troubleshooting steps |
This is a generic port for MT6789-MT8781-based devices. This port is experimental, WIP!
Supported Devices
| Device | Codename | Category |
|---|---|---|
| Motorola Moto G72 | motorola-vicky | testing |
| Zinwa Q25 | zinwa-q25 | testing |