Overview
- Industry reports from Korean outlets say Samsung will switch the Exynos 2600 to regular series production this month after earlier prototype runs.
- The 2‑nanometer processor is intended for the Galaxy S26 next year, signaling a possible return of in‑house silicon after the Galaxy S25 used only Qualcomm chips.
- Manufacturing risks remain central, with expected early yield constraints and heat management challenges that Samsung is addressing with a revised thermal design.
- Preliminary, unverified Geekbench-style results reported in Korean media show scores near Qualcomm’s next Snapdragon, a comparison that warrants caution until independent validation.
- A successful ramp could strengthen Samsung Foundry against TSMC and draw outside business, with media citing interest from Nintendo, Tesla and Valens contingent on improved yields.