The Exynos 2500 Might Surpass the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 in One Key Area
With the Samsung Galaxy S24 series, Samsung has reverted to its original strategy of utilizing both Exynos and Qualcomm chipsets in its phones. This approach is expected to continue with the Galaxy S25 next year, with rumors suggesting the lineup could be powered by the Exynos 2500. However, it might not be as disappointing as some may expect.
According to a report from Business Korea, the Exynos 2500 will be built using the 3nm process, whereas the Exynos 2400 is based on the 4nm process. A smaller process results in a more transistor-dense chipset, theoretically enhancing performance and energy efficiency.
This is exactly what Samsung is aiming for. The company claims that due to the 3nm process, the Exynos 2500 might actually be more energy-efficient compared to the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 4. This implies that, at least on paper, Galaxy S25 phones powered by Exynos should offer longer battery life. Whether this translates into real-world performance remains to be seen.
The report does not provide details on actual performance, so it’s wise to temper expectations. Previous reports suggested that one reason Samsung continues to use Exynos chipsets is due to cost considerations. Since Samsung manufactures its own chipsets, sourcing internally is likely more cost-effective than relying on a third party.
