Report reveals Samsung’s chip selection for its next-gen foldables, and we’re thrilled
Ryan Haines / Android Authority
TL;DR
- Samsung will solely use Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chip in its upcoming foldable telephones, the Galaxy Z Flip 6 and Z Fold 6.
- This contradicts earlier rumors that the Z Flip 6 may characteristic Samsung’s personal Exynos 2400 chip in sure areas.
- The Galaxy S24 sequence makes use of a dual-chip technique with each Snapdragon and Exynos variants relying on the area.
Samsung is reportedly persevering with its custom of utilizing a single chipset for its upcoming foldable smartphones, the Galaxy Z Flip 6 and Galaxy Z Fold 6. The corporate typically resorts to a dual-chip technique for its flagship Galaxy S sequence, the place it has usually used Qualcomm’s Snapdragon processors in North America and its personal Exynos chips in different areas.
Earlier rumors had hinted at the potential for the Galaxy Z Flip 6 coming with the Exynos 2400 chipset in sure markets, much like the technique employed for the Galaxy S24 sequence. Nevertheless, a report from The Elec means that each the Z Flip 6 and Z Fold 6 will solely make the most of the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset globally.
The selection of chipset is critical as a result of notable efficiency variations between Snapdragon and Exynos. The Exynos 2400, together with its predecessors, has confronted criticism relating to thermal administration, with customers reporting heightened battery drain, particularly when uncovered to hotter environments. Additional considerations have arisen over discrepancies in picture high quality in comparison with Snapdragon-powered units.
Whereas the hole has narrowed in latest generations, these components have collectively fueled a choice for Snapdragon amongst many customers and tech fanatics. We already anticipated the Galaxy Z Fold 6 to characteristic Snapdragon’s newest chipset, however this report confirms that the Z Flip 6 will even persist with Snapdragon, which is good news.
The report means that Samsung’s determination to stay with Snapdragon chipsets for its foldable units will not be attributable to any efficiency deficiencies however moderately a strategic transfer. The publication’s sources have indicated that Samsung’s selection stems from a need to strengthen its relationship with Qualcomm whereas additionally prioritizing cost-control measures.
The corporate appears to consider that increasing the processor choices for foldable units will solely turn out to be a viable technique as soon as these units obtain a gross sales quantity corresponding to that of the mainstream Galaxy S sequence.
Regardless of the cause, I’m certain nobody would actually miss having an Exynos choice on the Galaxy Z sequence. The Galaxy Z Flip 6 and Z Fold 6 are anticipated to be introduced on the Galaxy Unpacked occasion, which is extensively anticipated to happen on July 10 in Paris.
