Samsung has officially confirmed the upcoming Exynos 2600 chipset through a teaser video, signaling its likely integration into the Galaxy S26 lineup next year. This confirmation follows numerous leaks and speculations, placing users and enthusiasts in eager anticipation ahead of the anticipated early 2024 release.
Official Tease Marks the End of Speculation
After months of rumors, Samsung broke its silence with a brief teaser showcasing the Exynos 2600, providing the first authentic glimpse of the chip promising to power the next flagship Galaxy devices.
The Exynos 2600 is poised to become the first 2nm chip in a smartphone, showing benchmark results that rival Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. This places Samsung back in direct competition with Snapdragon, a scenario not seen since the launch of the Exynos 2500, which powered the Galaxy Z Flip 7.
The Galaxy S25 series notably skipped Exynos chips, opting exclusively for Snapdragon processors worldwide. However, indications now suggest the Galaxy S26 and S26 Plus might revert to Samsung's traditional two-chip strategy — using the Exynos 2600 in Europe and other markets, while US models, including the Galaxy S26 Ultra, will likely feature the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5.
Benchmarks Signal a Significant Upgrade
Leaked benchmark scores suggest the new Exynos 2600 offers a substantial boost in performance, reportedly surpassing the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5’s 3nm architecture and coming close to Apple's powerful M5 chip. If validated, this advancement could provide Galaxy S26 users exclusive performance benefits in regions equipped with Exynos-powered models.
The Galaxy S26 series is rumored to launch between January and February 2024, with Samsung expected to unveil the Exynos 2600 chip approximately one month prior to the handset’s release.
Which Processor Are You Rooting For?
Current poll results from 28 votes:
- Exynos 2600: 32.14%
- Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5: 35.71%
- Wait for real-world tests: 32.14%
- Doesn’t matter: 0%
Anticipation Builds for Samsung’s Comeback
As the Galaxy S26 launch approaches, the tech community eagerly awaits real-world testing to see whether Samsung’s Exynos 2600 can deliver the rumored performance leap. While optimism runs high, cautious anticipation remains as users prepare to judge the chip on both speed and efficiency.
