Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy S25 series has been making waves in the tech world, and one of the hottest topics is the chipset that will power these flagship devices. With various rumors swirling around, it’s still uncertain whether Samsung will go all-in on Snapdragon or introduce another player into the mix.
Snapdragon Chipset Dominates the Rumors
According to the latest leaks, the Samsung Galaxy S25, S25+, and S25 Ultra are expected to be powered by Snapdragon chipsets, specifically due to production challenges with the Exynos 2500. This comes after recent reports suggested that Exynos 2500 yields are currently too low to meet Samsung’s demands for their flagship devices.
While many hoped for the return of Exynos in the entire lineup, the yield issues seem to be pushing Samsung towards relying solely on Snapdragon SoCs, continuing the trend from previous Galaxy models. If these reports hold true, the entire series will primarily feature Snapdragon processors, further solidifying Qualcomm’s dominance in Samsung’s high-end devices.
MediaTek Dimensity 9400: Exclusive to Galaxy S25 FE?
However, there is one potential twist. While the MediaTek Dimensity 9400 was rumored to be a possible chipset for the entire S25 lineup, the latest leak suggests that only the Galaxy S25 FE (Fan Edition) will utilize this Dimensity chip. This aligns with earlier speculation that Samsung and MediaTek were in discussions about expanding the Dimensity lineup, but it seems those negotiations may have only resulted in the FE model receiving the Dimensity 9400.
If this holds true, it would mark a notable shift in Samsung’s strategy, using MediaTek’s Dimensity series to offer a slightly different performance tier in the Fan Edition variant. There’s also a chance that Samsung could opt for an older, more affordable SoC from MediaTek for the FE variant, but as of now, the Dimensity 9400 appears to be the frontrunner.
Exynos 2500 Still in Play?
The Exynos 2500 may not make it into the lineup, but there’s still hope that it could feature in future devices. Rumors suggest that Samsung is planning to use the Exynos 2500 in the upcoming Galaxy Z Fold and Galaxy Z Flip devices, expected to launch next summer. By then, Samsung will have hopefully resolved the production issues that have plagued the Exynos chip, allowing it to return to the foldable series.
Pokdepinion: If these rumors are accurate, the entire series will feature Snapdragon chipsets, while the Galaxy S25 FE will sport the MediaTek Dimensity 9400. This decision highlights the growing complexity in Samsung’s chipset strategy, balancing between Snapdragon, Exynos, and MediaTek as it navigates production challenges and market demands. We’ll know more once official announcements are made, but for now, Snapdragon seems to be leading the charge in the next Galaxy S25 series.
