Samsung announces Exynos 2600: 2nm chipset for Galaxy S26.

According to Korrespondent.net: Samsung has unveiled its new flagship Exynos 2600 chipset, which is likely to be used in the Galaxy S26 series smartphones.

Technological Improvements

By switching to a 2nm technology, Samsung has significantly improved performance, energy efficiency, and thermal characteristics. This enhancement was a response to criticism of previous Exynos versions compared to competitors such as Qualcomm, MediaTek, and Apple.

Processor Specifications

The Exynos 2600 is equipped with a 10-core processor based on Arm v9.3 architecture featuring new C1-Ultra and C1-Pro cores. In this new model, the company has abandoned traditional power-saving cores, focusing on a combination of powerful and high-performance mid-cores. The flagship core operates at frequencies up to 3.8 GHz, resulting in a 39% performance increase compared to the Exynos 2500. The support for SME2 instructions simplifies machine learning tasks and reduces latency in AI functions.

Graphics Capabilities

The new Xclipse 960 GPU provides double the computational performance and up to 50% better ray tracing. For the first time, Exynos Neural Super Sampling technology has been implemented, allowing the use of AI to improve graphics in games without significantly increasing energy consumption.

Artificial Intelligence and Data Processing

The company emphasizes advancements in artificial intelligence. The updated neural processor promises a 113% increase in AI performance, enabling the running of complex generative models without cloud connectivity. The level of data protection and privacy has also been improved; information processing happens directly on the device.

Image and Video Processing

The capabilities for image processing have significantly expanded. The ISP supports cameras up to 320 MP, allows for 108-megapixel photos to be taken without delays, and can record 8K video at 30 fps and 4K up to 120 fps with HDR. New AI-based algorithms enhance detail and reduce noise in low-light conditions, providing up to 50% higher energy efficiency compared to its predecessor.

New Technologies

The Heat Path Block technology addresses overheating issues, and the use of High-k EMC materials reduces thermal resistance by 16% and improves performance stability under load.

Compatibility and Availability

The Exynos 2600 supports LPDDR5X memory, UFS 4.1 storage, HDR10+, and 4K resolution displays with refresh rates of up to 120 Hz. The modem and communication modules are likely to remain separate components.

Although Samsung has not yet announced which devices will receive the new chip, the Exynos 2600 is already in mass production and is expected to appear in the Galaxy S26 and Galaxy S26 Plus.

It was previously reported that the Galaxy S26 will be released exclusively with Samsung processors.

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The new Exynos 2600, with its improvements, continues Samsung's tradition of releasing high-performance chipsets that can compete with the best offerings from other manufacturers. This chip, combined with the new Galaxy S26 series smartphones, is expected to be a significant step forward for the company, reinforcing its position in the market.