AML8726MX

AML8726MX is a multimedia system-on-chip (SoC) developed by Amlogic for use in consumer electronics such as set-top boxes, media players, and embedded devices. It sits in the 8726 family and is positioned as a higher‑end option within that line, aimed at delivering high‑definition video processing with relatively low power consumption. Introduced in the early 2010s, the AML8726MX has been used in a range of devices and development boards, often running Android or Linux-based software stacks.

The architecture of AML8726MX integrates CPU cores, a graphics processing unit (GPU), and dedicated hardware accelerators for video and image processing, together with a memory controller and various multimedia interfaces. Exact core configurations and GPU implementations can vary by revision and device, reflecting the evolution of the product line. Typical capabilities described for platforms based on this family include support for 720p to 1080p video playback with hardware‑assisted decoding, HDMI output, and standard peripheral interfaces such as USB, Ethernet, and SD storage. Software support has historically depended on device makers and community efforts, with drivers and kernel support appearing for Android and Linux platforms to differing degrees.

Market context and evolution: AML8726MX is part of Amlogic’s broader strategy to provide integrated media processing solutions for set‑top boxes, smart media players, and other electronics requiring efficient multimedia performance. As newer generations of Amlogic SoCs were introduced, AML8726MX‑based designs were gradually complemented or superseded by subsequent chips offering newer CPU and GPU technologies and expanded feature sets. Publicly available technical details can vary across revisions and devices, and exact specifications are often not uniformly documented.