Samsung's Exynos 2600 Chipset Is Key to S26 Success
The success of Samsung's upcoming Exynos 2600 chipset is seen as a top priority internally, with the company taking steps to ensure its yield rates meet targets. The Exynos 2600 is expected to be used in next year's Galaxy S26 series and is viewed as a way to attract clients back to Samsung Foundry. However, recent reports indicate that yields of the 2 nm nodes used for the chipset are significantly lower than required.
- This focus on the success of the Exynos 2600 raises questions about the long-term viability of Samsung's in-house chip manufacturing strategy, particularly if it struggles to meet yield targets.
- Can a successful launch of the Exynos 2600 help revitalize Samsung Foundry and challenge TSMC's dominance in the premium mobile chipset market?