
The Samsung Galaxy S25 FE may prioritize performance over cost.
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The Samsung Galaxy S25 FE is anticipated to debut later this year, promising flagship-level performance and features at a more reasonable price. Initially expected to be released with the Exynos 2400e chip, a recent report indicates that Samsung may opt for the MediaTek Dimensity 9400 instead, citing production challenges with Samsung Foundry.
This information comes from Anil Ganti at NotebookCheck, based on an internal source. The source claims that while Samsung still plans to launch the Galaxy S25 FE with the Exynos 2400e, they have a backup option ready if production issues arise, which is the Dimensity 9400. Although Samsung has previously incorporated MediaTek chips in the Galaxy Tab S10 series, this choice brings several significant drawbacks compared to the Exynos.
Cost is a primary concern. The Dimensity 9400 is a more potent chip, but its higher price stems from both its specifications and the necessity of purchasing it from MediaTek. In contrast, the Exynos 2400e would enable Samsung to produce the necessary silicon in-house, contributing revenue to Samsung Foundry.
In the Galaxy S24 series, only the Galaxy S24 FE received the Exynos 2400e chips. There are rumors suggesting that production yields might be divided between the Galaxy S25 FE and the Galaxy Z Flip FE, which raises concerns. Earlier this year, reports surfaced that Samsung Foundry would scale back its chip production by 50 percent to tackle quality issues, and last year it postponed the production of 2nm chips. Samsung Foundry has faced several setbacks recently, leading fans to worry that it may not meet demand.
The Galaxy S25 FE is designed to be a more cost-effective option, and the processor significantly influences that aspect. If Samsung has to utilize the Dimensity 9400 instead, it would not only increase production costs but potentially also the retail price of the device.
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The Samsung Galaxy S25 FE may prioritize performance over cost.
If Samsung Foundry cannot produce sufficient Exynos chips on schedule, the alternative plan involves MediaTek.