Overview
- Samsung released a short video that names Exynos 2600 and declares “In silence, we listened,” calling the chip “refined at the core, optimized at every level.”
- Multiple reports say the processor is expected to be built on Samsung Foundry’s 2nm GAA process, though detailed specifications remain undisclosed.
- Coverage indicates the Exynos 2600 will likely feature in some Galaxy S26 models in early 2026, with reports pointing to Snapdragon for most units and the Ultra globally.
- South Korean media report a new Custom CPU/SoC Development Team led by Park Bong‑il to drive in‑house CPU and IP efforts beyond standard ARM cores.
- Leaked Geekbench scores attributed to Exynos 2600 prototypes were later removed, prompting caution given Exynos’ history of overheating and throttling concerns.