The Rise and Fall of the Exynos 2500
It seemed like Samsung Foundry was finally on the right track with its 3 nm manufacturing process. After what felt like an eternity in the tech wilderness, they started mass production of the Exynos 2500 chipset, which was to power the much-anticipated Galaxy Z Flip 7. But in a plot twist worthy of a soap opera, those prototypes have since vanished.
Snapdragon 8 Elite Steals the Show
Reports emerged that the latest Z series phones may not feature the Exynos 2500 after all. Instead, the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, which is already powering the Galaxy S25 series, has taken center stage. Sure, it’s a reliable chipset, but come on Samsung, we were all ready for that Exynos moment!
The Yield Issue Dilemma
It seems the yield issues plaguing the Exynos 2500 are more problematic than initially suggested. Samsung was gearing up to mass produce the Exynos 2600 for the Galaxy S26 lineup, but with prototypes of the Z Flip 7 disappearing, one can’t help but wonder if we’re looking at a classic case of ‘if it’s not ready, don’t force it.’ This desperate pivot raises questions about the future of Exynos and, by extension, the prospects for consumers seeking top-notch Galaxy phones.
As a loyal Samsung supporter, it’s disheartening to observe these setbacks. The hope for a breakthrough akin to Apple’s silicon innovations lingers, but with these continual yield hiccups, it feels like we might just be chasing a mirage for now. Let’s hope Samsung can find its footing—after all, we all want better devices in the end!
