The Samsung Galaxy S25 series is set to be unveiled in early 2025, and while earlier reports suggested that the standard S25 and S25+ might come equipped with the Exynos 2500, a new report by Ice Universe suggests otherwise. According to this reliable source, all models in the series are expected to utilize the Snapdragon 8 Elite globally.
Snapdragon-Only Flagships
This wouldn't be the first occasion where Samsung has chosen to release Snapdragon-only flagship S-series phones worldwide. For instance, the Galaxy S23 series did not feature any Exynos version. The lack of Exynos options in the upcoming S25 lineup could be attributed to low yield rates for the Exynos 2500.
Geekbench Findings
Recently, the Galaxy S25 Plus appeared on Geekbench showing what is believed to be the Exynos 2500. The leaker, known as @Jukanlosreve, clarified that the device in question was just a sample, and the benchmark performed was likely a test.
Performance Considerations
Not having an Exynos variant for the Galaxy S25 series may not be a downside. Typically, Exynos models lag behind their Snapdragon counterparts in terms of performance. They often face issues related to thermal management and efficiency as well.
Despite Ice Universe's strong reputation as a leaker, it’s important to remember that this information is still speculative. Samsung might still release new Exynos 2500 chips even with the reported low yields, leading to some Galaxy S25 models being available with this chipset in select markets.
