Samsung unveils flagship Exynos 2500 before July Unpacked, chip likely to power Galaxy Z Flip 7

23-06-2025

Samsung has quietly pulled the covers off its latest premium chipset — the Exynos 2500 — just weeks before the company's upcoming Galaxy Unpacked event in July. Successor to the 4nm Exynos 2400, the new Exynos 2500 is built on Samsung's 3nm GAA process. The chipset is also officially listed and has entered mass production, which is a big hint that we could see it inside one of the brand's upcoming phones. The most obvious candidate? The Galaxy Z Flip 7, which has long been rumoured to ditch Snapdragon this year in favour of Samsung's in-house silicon. Leaks have consistently pointed to the Exynos 2500 powering the Galaxy Z Flip 7 globally, and now with the chip finally announced, the timing couldn't be more telling.advertisementAs for what the Exynos 2500 brings to the table, it features a powerful CPU layout with one Cortex-X5 core (also known as Cortex-X925) running at 3.3GHz, backed by a mix of Cortex-A725 cores (two clocked at 2.74GHz and five clocked at 2.36GHz), and two Cortex-A520 cores at 1.8GHz. The SoC also comes with Samsung's new Xclipse 950 GPU, which supports 4K 120Hz displays and even adds hardware-based ray tracing for improved gaming visuals. It supports up to 320-megapixel cameras, 8K video at 30fps, and LPDDR5X RAM alongside UFS 4.0 storage.On the connectivity front, the Exynos 2500 uses the Exynos 5400 modem with support for mmWave 5G, satellite connectivity, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, and download speeds of up to 12.1Gbps. Samsung is also making a big deal about the chip's on-device AI capabilities, claiming the new NPU can handle up to 59 trillion operations per second, roughly 39 per cent better than the Exynos 2400, according to the company.advertisement
Now, if we circle back to the Galaxy Z Flip 7, the upcoming foldable is heavily rumoured to be powered by the Exynos 2500. In doing so, it will also become the first Samsung foldable to be powered by this chipset, since all Galaxy foldables (Fold and Flip) in the past have been powered by flagship Snapdragon chipsets.Other rumours about the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 mention a slightly larger 6.85-inch inner screen, along with a larger 4-inch cover display. Like last year's model, the Z Flip 7 is said to retain the same 4,000mAh battery and camera setup, led by a 50-megapixel primary sensor. The phone may also launch with 12GB of RAM and 256GB storage as standard. With the Exynos 2500 at its core, Samsung could be aiming to improve both AI performance and battery efficiency.All said, Samsung hasn't officially confirmed which phones will get the chip, but with the Galaxy Z Flip 7's launch just weeks away, we likely won't have to wait too long to find out.Stay tuned to India Today Tech for all the latest on Samsung's upcoming Galaxy Unpacked event.- Ends

Hashtags

Try Our AI Features

Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:

Comments

No comments yet...

Samsung sees surge in AI appliance demand across India; aims 70% revenue from smart appliances by year-end

Time of India

2 hours ago

Time of India

Samsung sees surge in AI appliance demand across India; aims 70% revenue from smart appliances by year-end

Samsung India is betting big on artificial intelligence (AI) to reshape the future of home appliances in the country. Speaking to Times of India, Ghufran Alam, vice president, digital appliances business, Samsung India, revealed that the company aims to generate 70% of its appliance revenue from AI-enabled products by December 2025 — a significant leap from 12% just a year ago. As part of this push, Samsung has launched two major Bespoke AI products: a 25 kg AI combo washer-dryer (India's largest residential capacity) and a Bespoke AI Family Hub refrigerator equipped with an interactive screen and smart features. The launches are a continuation of Samsung's strategy to expand AI from its premium range into the mid-segment, democratizing intelligent appliances for a broader audience. Samsung AI-powered appliances built for Indian homes A standout feature of Samsung's strategy is India-specific R&D, with three dedicated research centers working on tailoring features for local needs. One such innovation is the Stain Wash functionality in its washing machines — a feature Samsung says it developed to address India's high dust and humidity conditions that make certain stains difficult to remove. 'These features are not gimmicks,' said Alam. 'They're practical solutions born out of real insights from Indian households.' by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Free P2,000 GCash eGift UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo AI-powered appliances gaining traction even in tier 2 and tier 3 cities Interestingly, Samsung has revealed that it is witnessing strong adoption in tier 2 and tier 3 cities, matching the enthusiasm seen in metros. Consumers in these regions are increasingly prioritizing energy efficiency and ease-of-use, especially as they factor in the long-term running costs of home appliances, the company says. 'Buying an appliance is a one-time investment, but what worries consumers is the electricity cost over the next 5–7 years. That's where our AI-enabled energy savings — up to 70% in some cases — really matter,' said Alam.

Last-minute Samsung leak almost confirms Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE is coming on July 9

India Today

3 hours ago

India Today

Last-minute Samsung leak almost confirms Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE is coming on July 9

Samsung's Galaxy Unpacked event is just around the corner, scheduled for July 9 in New York, and the company is widely expected to unveil its next generation of foldable phones. While leaks about the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Galaxy Z Flip 7 have been making rounds for weeks, the possibility of a third device — a more affordable Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE — now seems more real than ever, thanks to a last-minute online of the official unveiling, a leak caught the attention of tech watchers. Spigen, a well-known smartphone case manufacturer, appears to have accidentally listed cases for both the Galaxy Z Flip 7 and Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE on its website. Although the listings were quickly taken down and didn't reveal images or full product details, they were already picked up by Google's search crawlers. As a result, the product names remain visible in search results, practically suggesting that Samsung plans to launch not just the regular Flip model but also a Fan Edition variant of the clamshell leak, while unintentional, matches up with earlier reports and speculation suggesting Samsung might be ready to expand its foldable portfolio by introducing a relatively affordable Flip device. Over the past few weeks, renders and specifications have hinted at a dual strategy, keeping the Galaxy Z Flip 7 as the premium option while offering the Flip 7 FE as a trimmed-down version for a wider audience. Though Samsung hasn't officially confirmed these devices, this leak from Spigen has added credibility to ongoing According to leaks, the standard Galaxy Z Flip 7 is expected to continue Samsung's flagship legacy. It could come equipped with high-end hardware and a redesigned edge-to-edge cover screen that rivals Motorola's recent Razr lineup. However, what might surprise some users is the possibility of Samsung switching to its own Exynos processor instead of using Qualcomm's Snapdragon chips, which have traditionally powered the company's foldables in the past. This would be a notable move and may influence user expectations around performance and battery the other hand, the Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE is likely to take on competitors like the Moto Razr 2025 and Nubia Flip by offering a more affordable price tag. It is rumoured to feature an outer display similar to the Galaxy Z Flip 6 and be powered by the Exynos 2400e chipset, a toned-down version of the Exynos 2400 that has been used in some Galaxy S24 variants. The idea appears to be making foldables more accessible without compromising too much on the user though the leaked case listings didn't offer any visual confirmation, they do confirm the names and hint strongly at the devices being real. This isn't the first time accessory manufacturers have accidentally confirmed unreleased products, but it does suggest that Samsung's product announcements are now locked in and ready for the big attention also remains on the Galaxy Z Fold 7, which is expected to arrive with several design upgrades including a thinner profile, possibly better cameras, and a return to the punch-hole selfie camera on the inner display. With so many leaks surfacing ahead of the event, Samsung's July 9 keynote may not hold many surprises, but the official details will still be worth tuning in for — especially with the Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE now almost confirmed to be part of the launch lineup.- Ends

Nothing Phone (3) vs iPhone 16 vs Samsung Galaxy S25: Specs comparison at a glance

Indian Express

5 hours ago

Indian Express

Nothing Phone (3) vs iPhone 16 vs Samsung Galaxy S25: Specs comparison at a glance

Nothing, on Tuesday, July 1, launched the Phone (3), its first-ever flagship phone. The latest from the London-based phone comes with a transparent back panel and has a rather unique design, which is controversial at best. With the Phone (3), Nothing has ditched its iconic Glyph interface and replaced it with Glyph Matrix, a programmable mini-LED screen that can show time, icons and inform you of calls and notifications. In terms of design, the Nothing Phone (3) stands out from the likes of the Apple iPhone 16 and the Samsung Galaxy S25, both of which have a minimal-looking industrial design that looks and feels premium. With a starting price of Rs 79,999, the Nothing Phone (3) positions itself in the hyper-competitive flagship smartphone segment, which is dominated by the likes of Apple and Samsung. If you are thinking of buying the Nothing Phone (3), here's how it stacks against the Apple iPhone 16 (review) and the Samsung Galaxy S25 (review). Note: This is just a hardware comparison, and the software and overall user experience may vary.