Samsung has responded to rumors regarding the cancellation of the Exynos 2600, dismissing them as “groundless”. The company confirmed that the reports were “not true”. This still doesn’t necessarily mean the Galaxy S26 series will have an Exynos variant. While the Exynos 2500 is still in the pipeline, it is unlikely to power the Galaxy S25 flagships.
Samsung says it hasn’t canceled the Exynos 2600
Over the past few weeks, multiple reports have suggested that Samsung may not mass-produce the Exynos 2600. The company is allegedly struggling with the yield rate of its 2nm process, potentially forcing it to cancel the chip. Even if it enters production, reports claim Samsung may not use the chip in the Galaxy S26 series.
The Exynos 2500, which is a 3nm processor, faced similar yield issues, delaying its mass production and effectively ruling it out as a contender for the Galaxy S25 lineup. It may now power Samsung’s 2025 foldables, with the upcoming S-series flagships running Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite globally. These devices may launch on January 22, 2025, at a Galaxy Unpacked event in San Francisco, USA.
However, not everyone has been so pessimistic about the Exynos 2600. There have been a few reports suggesting Samsung is on track with its 2nm development and may bounce back strongly after a poor show with its 3nm process node. The Exynos 2600 could be a potential turning point for the Korean firm’s underperforming foundry business.
Samsung just fueled the speculations of a strong comeback, officially refuting the Exynos 2600 cancellation rumor. “I can confirm that the claim that Exynos 2600 production is being canceled is not true and is based on groundless rumors,” a Samsung spokesperson reportedly told Android Headlines. Hopefully, it isn’t a media statement aimed at covering up its foundry struggles but instead reflects genuine progress in the development of the 2nm process. We shall find out in the coming months.
