Samsung's Exynos Chip Could Return to Galaxy S27 Ultra
Samsung's next major flagship model, the Galaxy S27 Ultra, may mark the return of the company's in-house Exynos SoC to its Ultra-branded handsets. Industry analysts believe 2027 could be the turning point for Samsung's chip division, which has been working on continuous improvements in yields.
Improved Output and Yields
Samsung's 2nm yield is expected to rise sharply by the end of next year, reaching a level that makes Exynos viable for the purported Galaxy S27 series. The company's monthly 2nm production capacity is projected to grow by 163 percent, climbing from roughly 8,000 wafers in 2024 to about 21,000 wafers by the end of 2026.
Exynos Could Power All Galaxy S27 Models
If these claims are true, then the Galaxy S27 series could feature an Exynos chip on all models in the lineup. This expansion is tied to yield stabilisation and the scaling of new facilities, including Samsung's semiconductor fabrication plant in Texas.
2027: A Turning Point for Samsung
In contrast, the Galaxy S26 Ultra will reportedly continue to rely solely on Qualcomm's flagship Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chip. However, with improved output and yields, Samsung could depend less on Qualcomm and strengthen its pricing position by using more of its own hardware in flagship phones.
A Bright Future for Samsung Foundry
Improved output would also help Samsung Foundry recover from past issues, such as weak 3nm yields and the cancellation of the Exynos 2500 for the Galaxy S25 series. As yields stabilise and production expands, Samsung is expected to rebuild trust with clients and start closing the gap with TSMC in advanced chip manufacturing.
Conclusion
The return of Exynos to the Galaxy S27 Ultra could be a significant move for Samsung, allowing it to regain control over its flagship phone's hardware. With improved yields and production capacity, Samsung may finally be able to equip even its top-tier Ultra model with an in-house chipset.