Samsung's Exynos 2500 Chip Reappears on GeekBench; Galaxy Z Flip7 a Potential Target?

Samsung's Exynos 2500 Chip Reappears on GeekBench; Galaxy Z Flip7 a Potential Target?IT Home, December 4th On December 3rd, the source @Jukanlosreve posted on X, indicating that a Samsung Galaxy S25+ phone powered by the Exynos 2500 chip reappeared in the GeekBench benchmark database. This suggests that Samsung hasn't entirely abandoned the Exynos 2500's development and application

Samsung's Exynos 2500 Chip Reappears on GeekBench; Galaxy Z Flip7 a Potential Target?

IT Home, December 4th On December 3rd, the source @Jukanlosreve posted on X, indicating that a Samsung Galaxy S25+ phone powered by the Exynos 2500 chip reappeared in the GeekBench benchmark database. This suggests that Samsung hasn't entirely abandoned the Exynos 2500's development and application. The GeekBench listing shows the Exynos 2500 utilizes a unique 3+5+2 core cluster architecture, comprising 3 Cortex-X925 cores, 5 Cortex-A725 cores, and 2 Cortex-A520 cores, along with a high-performance Xclipse 950 GPU.

The GeekBench scores for the Exynos 2500 show some performance variability:

| Date | Single-Core Score | Multi-Core Score |

|------------|-------------------|-------------------|

| November 5th | 2359 | 8141 |

| December 3rd | 2269 | 7978 |

| December 3rd | 2358 | 8211 |

Slight score differences might stem from varying test environments, software versions, and inherent chip performance fluctuations. Nevertheless, the data provides initial insight into the Exynos 2500's performance and indirectly confirms Samsung's ongoing development and optimization efforts.

IT Home previously reported that Samsung initially planned to debut the Exynos 2500 in the Galaxy S25 series. However, due to reported yield rate issues (allegedly below 20%), the global Galaxy S25 series ultimately adopted the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy. While the retail Galaxy S25+ likely features the Snapdragon processor, the Exynos 2500's benchmark data remains valuable, particularly in assessing its future applications.

Typically, mass production of a high-performance mobile application processor takes 5-6 months. Considering the time needed for chip packaging, testing, and phone assembly, the Exynos 2500's current initial mass production suggests its target product is likely the Galaxy Z Flip7, a foldable flagship phone slated for release in the second half of next year.

This speculation isn't unfounded. Samsung has demonstrated strong performance in the foldable phone market, with the Galaxy Z Flip series particularly popular due to its stylish, lightweight design and powerful performance. While the Exynos 2500 might lag behind the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy, its performance likely suffices for a flagship foldable like the Galaxy Z Flip7. Furthermore, opting for the Exynos 2500 could reduce Samsung's reliance on Qualcomm and boost its independent mobile chip development capabilities.

From Samsung's perspective, the Exynos 2500's mass production showcases its technological prowess and represents a calculated risk. Though the Galaxy S25 series chose the more mature and stable Snapdragon processor, Samsung hasn't abandoned the Exynos 2500. Instead, it's testing the waters with a relatively lower-risk device like the Galaxy Z Flip7. This approach allows for real-world application testing and provides valuable experience for future improvements and upgrades.

In short, the Exynos 2500's reappearance on GeekBench and its entry into mass production signify Samsung's continued exploration in the mobile chip arena. While the Galaxy S25 series' "abandonment" initially sparked concerns about the Exynos 2500's future, its potential application in the Galaxy Z Flip7 injects new momentum and introduces more variables into the high-end mobile chip market competition. The Galaxy Z Flip7's launch in the second half of next year will be a crucial moment in testing the Exynos 2500's market performance. We eagerly await its release. The mass production and GeekBench appearance have undoubtedly added an exciting chapter to Samsung's future development and introduced more possibilities to the mobile chip market. Whether Samsung can achieve a breakthrough in the high-end market with the Exynos 2500 remains to be seen and warrants further observation. This event has also sparked considerable speculation and discussion within the industry regarding Samsung's future product strategy, further driving innovation and development in mobile chip technology. Ultimately, the Exynos 2500's success or failure will directly impact Samsung's competitiveness and market position in the mobile chip sector. The Galaxy Z Flip7's market performance will also be a critical metric for evaluating the Exynos 2500's value.