In a recent rumor emerging from South Korea, potential pricing for the upcoming Galaxy S27 series has sparked discussions among tech enthusiasts and Samsung fans alike. With the ever-evolving smartphone market, price changes are to be expected, especially given the context of current economic factors. Here’s what we know so far about the anticipated price hike for Samsung's next flagship series.
According to the reported information, the Galaxy S27 series devices are expected to carry a minimum price increase of KRW 130,000 (approximately $95) compared to their predecessors within South Korea. Notably, this increase is anticipated to apply primarily to the base model.
In addition to the base pricing, higher storage options will see even steeper price escalations compared to the Galaxy S26 series. For instance, the predecessor, Galaxy S26 Ultra, was launched at $1,299 for the 256GB variant. However, the anticipated Galaxy S27 Ultra is rumored to start at around $1,399. The 512GB version could potentially retail for $1,549 or even higher, with additional increments for further storage upgrades.
Samsung Galaxy S27 leaked CAD-based render
Should these predictions hold true, the 1TB model of the S27 Ultra might approach a staggering $2,000 mark, especially when considering that the S26 Ultra was priced at $1,799 for that tier. However, it’s important to approach this information with caution as these figures are based on unverified rumors and reflect the South Korean market specifically. This does not guarantee similar pricing structures will be implemented in other regions, but it serves as a cautionary note for prospective buyers.
The driving forces behind this price hike are speculated to be the ongoing chip shortage, exacerbated by the rising demand for AI technology. Additionally, Samsung is reportedly looking to equip the premium version of the Galaxy S27 Ultra with LPDDR6 RAM, which incurs higher manufacturing costs compared to its predecessor, LPDDR5X.
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