Samsung Set to Revolutionize Galaxy S26 with Advanced Silicon-Carbon Battery Technology

In a bid to elevate its flagship smartphone lineup, Samsung is reportedly planning to upgrade the battery technology of the upcoming Galaxy S26. According to FNNews, the company may implement a Silicon-Carbon battery solution, which could significantly increase the capacity to a remarkable 7,000 mAh.

This innovative battery technology substitutes traditional graphite with silicon in the cathode, resulting in enhanced energy storage capabilities. While initial apprehensions surrounded the production costs associated with this technology, competitors like Xiaomi, vivo, and OnePlus have already embraced it in their flagship devices, prompting Samsung to explore similar advancements.

Samsung's cautious approach towards silicon-carbon batteries is partly due to its massive production scale, which exceeds that of its Chinese counterparts. Any potential issues during production could have far-reaching consequences. This careful consideration also extends to the consistent charging rates of 25W and 45W that Samsung has used in recent years.

According to FNNews, Samsung is making substantial investments in integrating silicon-carbon batteries into its flagship models for the upcoming year. The company has addressed concerns regarding material composition and expansion, paving the way for potential adoption of these advanced batteries by other major players, like Apple, for future models such as the iPhone 17.

The recently released Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra comes equipped with a 5,000 mAh battery and supports 45W charging, mirroring the battery found in the five-year-old Galaxy S20 Ultra. Meanwhile, the standard Galaxy S25 features a 4,000 mAh battery with 25W charging, akin to its predecessor from 2020.

Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra

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While other variants such as the Galaxy S25+ have received minor upgrades in battery technology, it remains the least sought-after model in the flagship series.

Source (in Korean)