The release of the Samsung Exynos 2500 has been hampered by significant delays, primarily due to production challenges and performance concerns. However, a recent report indicates that Samsung has shifted its focus to a newer chip, the Exynos 2600, which is expected to begin mass production in May 2025.
Samsung Exynos 2600 2nm GAA
Samsung, the tech giant, has reportedly returned to Exynos chips for its next flagship, the Galaxy S26. According to reports, they skipped the Exynos 2500 for the Galaxy S25 due to its slower performance than the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite in benchmark tests, raising competitiveness concerns and highlighting numerous problems.
On the other hand, the Samsung Exynos 2600 chip with codenamed “Thetis,” is named after a figure in Greek mythology. The chip will be manufactured using Samsung’s cutting-edge 2nm GAA (Gate-All-Around) process technology. Reports suggest that the Exynos 2600 is expected to feature a custom-designed GPU, unlike the Exynos 2400, which utilized AMD’s RDNA architecture.
Samsung’s historically low yields, its “Achilles Heel,” show signs of improvement in its cutting-edge nodes. The Exynos 2600’s inclusion in the Galaxy S26 hinges on a late 2025 decision, demanding both significantly improved 2nm GAA yields and performance comparable to competitors like the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2, Dimensity 9500, and Apple’s A19 chips. While 2nm GAA outperforms its 3nm counterpart, time is of the essence for Samsung to deliver tangible results.
Overall, the Exynos 2600 represents a crucial step for Samsung in its quest to regain its position as a leading semiconductor manufacturer. The success of this chip could significantly impact the company’s future in the mobile and broader semiconductor markets.
Source: fnnews
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