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Samsung Develops 2nm Snapdragon Chip for Galaxy Z Flip 8

10/10/2025

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Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. is developing a 2nm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy Z Flip 8, with samples sent to Qualcomm.
The development signals a potential return to Qualcomm's favor after past performance issues.
The chip employs Samsung's Gate-All-Around technology and aims to improve efficiency and performance.
If approved, it could debut in late 2026 with the Galaxy S26 series, which will also feature a TSMC-manufactured version.

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Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. is developing a 2nm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy Z Flip 8, with samples sent to Qualcomm.
The development signals a potential return to Qualcomm's favor after past performance issues.
The chip employs Samsung's Gate-All-Around technology and aims to improve efficiency and performance.
If approved, it could debut in late 2026 with the Galaxy S26 series, which will also feature a TSMC-manufactured version.