MediaTek is expected to enter the supply chain of Samsung Electronics with its quad- and 8-core mobile processors in the second half of 2014, the Chinese-language Commercial Times cited CLSA Asia-Pacific Markets as saying in an October 2 report.

MediaTek's mobile chips have been adopted by mainly China-based branded smartphone vendors, such as the fast-growing Xiaomi, and a majority of white-box manufacturers.

MediaTek shares closed at NT$368 (US$12.50) on the Taiwan Stock Exchange (TSE) on October 2, up NT$2.50. Its shares opened at NT$370.50 today (October 3).