Samsung’s 2nm Process Is Cruising as Exynos 2600 Nears Mass Production

Samsung is developing its next-gen 2nm process, aiming to regain a foothold in the foundry market. The company recently hinted that the new technology is on track to meet performance and yield targets ahead of mass production. This should allow it to secure major clients and compete with industry leader and arch-rival TSMC in the coming years.

Samsung shows confidence in 2nm technology amid AI chip boom

At a meeting in South Korea on semiconductor industry issues, Samsung’s Device Solutions Division President and CTO, Song Jae-hyuk, talked about the revival of its foundry business (via Chosun). He said that the 2nm process will be a crucial stepping stone for the company to secure mid- to long-term leadership in the AI semiconductor market. The cutting-edge technology will not only improve chip performance but also increase power efficiency and reduce heat generation.

Furthermore, Song expressed confidence in the company’s overall roadmap for mass production of 2nm chips as well as for securing customers. The company will use its 2nm process for the Exynos 2600, which could power all three Galaxy S26 models in some regions, including the Ultra. Meanwhile, it is also gearing up to mass-produce AI accelerator chips from PFN, a Japanese AI company, using this advanced node.

Industry analyst says that the 2nm era will begin at the end of the year, and it’s a golden opportunity for Samsung to catch up with TSMC. “Samsung Electronics aims to attract major customers by increasing the 2nm process yield to around 70% by the end of this year or early next year,” said a Samsung insider.

According to reports, Samsung has received positive feedback from its clients during the testing phase of its 2nm node. A few weeks ago, it secured a major deal with Tesla to produce the carmaker’s next-gen AI chip. Recently, Tensorrent, a chip design startup, has also been considering the Korean foundry for its AI chip production. There’s also chatter that the firm may make Qualcomm’s upcoming advanced version of the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chip using the 2nm process.