We have been hearing a lot of rumors lately about the chipsets that will power Samsung’s next-gen Galaxy S25 series. Previously, there were rumors about the use of the Exynos 2500 SoC in all the Galaxy S25 family. However, that specific rumor was quickly sidelined by another two rumors from June which hinted at the use of the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 in all three models of the Galaxy S25 series.
Now, we have a similar claim from a prominent tipster who suggests that the Exynos 2500 chipset won’t feature in any of the three Galaxy S25 series. Samsung could rather feature the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 chipset in the Galaxy S25, Galaxy S25+, and Galaxy S25 Ultra which are likely to launch in January next year. That said, Samsung may have different plans for the Exynos 2500 SoC.
A new claim hints all three Galaxy S25 series phones won’t feature the Exynos 2500 SoC
The latest rumor about the chipsets has come via a popular tipster @Jukanlosreve (previous @Revegnus on X). Per his latest post on X, Samsung has failed to integrate the Exynos 2500 SoC with the Galaxy S25 series. This has apparently happened due to a lower-than-expected 3nm yield.
The tipster believes it’s a clear hint that all three models, Galaxy S25, Galaxy S25+, and Galaxy S25 Ultra, may use the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4. If we consider previous leaks, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 could cost 20% more than its predecessor. Therefore, you can expect Samsung to offer all three models with a 30% price bump.
The in-house chipset could power the Galaxy S25 FE, Z Flip 7, and Z Fold 7
That said, Samsung may not have completely ignored the in-house Exynos 2500 SoC. Samsung could use the Exynos 2500 SoC in the Galaxy S25 FE which might launch in April 2025. Besides, the chipset could power the Galaxy Z Flip 7 and Fold 7 that might launch next year as well.
If this happens, next year’s Samsung foldable and flip phone will be the first-ever to use an Exynos SoC. For the uninitiated, Samsung has been using Snapdragon chipsets in all its foldable and flip phones to this date.