hello. This is Technologytodaynow. The launch of the Galaxy S25 series is just a month away. Although it has already been mentioned several times, the upcoming S25 series is expected to deliver outstanding performance with Snapdragon 8 Elite on all models instead of the Exynos 2500. However, the revival of Exynos is critical for Samsung due to its profitability issues. As a result, attention is being paid to whether the Galaxy S26 series, which is expected to launch in 2026, will feature the Exynos 2600.
Exynos 2600 Expected to Load Galaxy S26 Series
According to a report from Phone Arena, Samsung Electronics is hoping to install the Exynos 2600 in the Galaxy S26 series in hopes of improving yields. There were rumors that the development of the Exynos 2600 was discontinued due to problems with the 2-nano process, but it appears that development is still ongoing. This is because Exynos’ main goal is to be installed in the Galaxy S series. If we fail to secure quantities, it may ultimately lead to a monopoly situation for Snapdragon.
Expect differentiated processors by region
As usual, in countries such as the U.S., China and Canada, Snapdragon is exclusively installed and Exynos 2600 is installed in Asiana and Europe, so the second generation of Snapdragon 8 Elite may be equipped exceptionally in the case of ultra models.
One thing that’s unique is that the Galaxy S26 series may change the name. Note will come back and Plus will become pro like Apple or Google. So, the Galaxy S26, S26 Pro, and S26 Pro could become Galaxy S26, S26 Pro, and the Exynos 2600 S26 Note could have the second generation of Snapdragon 8 Elite.
Exynos’ Problems and Consumer Concerns
Anyway, this may not be very good news for us. First of all, it’s hard to expect performance from Exynos, which is produced by Samsung Foundry. So, I don’t think I have to say anymore that it’s less powerful than Snapdragon and Dimensity of the same generation. Also, the biggest problem is that the price is not reduced just because Exynos is installed.
Worst-case scenario that can be expected from a consumer’s perspective
If Exynos is added and the price is lowered, it will not be a big problem even if Exynos is loaded, but it is true that if regional discrimination exists and price freezes are the best, it is not tempting. Of course, the second generation of the elite Snapdragon is expected to be more expensive than the first generation of the elite.
Android flagship smartphones released in 2026 are likely to be more expensive than those released in 2025, but if you put Snapdragon in the Galaxy S25 series, raise the price, and then put Exynos in the Galaxy S26 series and sell them at the same price, I think it would be the worst option for consumers.
Whether the Galaxy S26 series will be successful or not
The three things that can break down these worries are that the Exynos 2600 has the same performance as the same generation, puts Exynos in it and lowers the price, or even if you put Exynos in it, there is a significant upgrade in other areas. This year, the camera and display have been rehashed, so we expect an upgrade in that area in the Galaxy S26 series.