The latest reports concerning the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 suggest that Samsung is planning to use its newly developed Exynos 2600 chipset for the device. According to supply chain leaks from South Korea, the company intends to follow the pattern established by the previous year’s Galaxy Z Flip 7, which also relied on an Exynos processor. This strategy allows Samsung to reduce manufacturing costs by using its own components rather than purchasing high-end chips from external suppliers like Qualcomm.
The Exynos 2600 is expected to be a milestone for the company as it is the first mobile processor built using a advanced 2-nanometer (2nm) manufacturing process. This technology allows for a higher density of transistors, which generally leads to better performance and improved power efficiency. For a foldable phone like the Flip 8, which has limited space for a large battery, the efficiency gains from a 2nm chip could be a major selling point. The new chipset is also rumored to include significant upgrades for artificial intelligence tasks and graphics processing.
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Performance vs. efficiency
In the past, there has been a debate among tech enthusiasts regarding the performance gap between Samsung’s Exynos chips and Qualcomm’s Snapdragon processors. While Snapdragon chips are often viewed as the more powerful option for high-end gaming and heavy multitasking, Samsung’s focus with the 2nm Exynos 2600 is to close that gap. By controlling both the hardware and the software, Samsung hopes to optimize the Galaxy Z Flip 8 for a smoother user experience that rivals its more expensive “Fold” counterparts.
Using an in-house chip also gives Samsung more control over the launch schedule and supply chain. However, some leaks suggest that Qualcomm may still be in the running for certain versions of the device, or for a potential “Ultra” variant. For now, the most consistent rumors point toward a global release using the Exynos 2600. This shift is part of a larger trend in 2026 where major smartphone manufacturers are increasingly designing their own specialized silicon to differentiate their products from the competition.
Release and pricing information
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 is expected to be officially announced in July 2026, following the company’s traditional schedule for its foldable lineup. While no official pricing has been confirmed, industry insiders suggest that Samsung is aiming for a “price freeze” to keep the device competitive against a growing number of foldable rivals from other brands. This would place the starting price for the base model around $999 to $1,099.
Early database listings have already appeared for the device, carrying the model number SM-F776U for the United States market. Along with the new chipset, the phone is rumored to be approximately 10% thinner and lighter than its predecessor, potentially weighing as little as 150 to 180 grams. The Galaxy Z Flip 8 will likely launch with One UI 8, based on the latest version of the Android operating system, and will include several years of guaranteed software and security updates.
