Samsung has announced the world’s first 2nm chip, the Exynos 2600, which is expected to debut on the Galaxy S26 series in early 2026.
Built on Samsung’s Gate-All-Around (GAA) process, the Exynos 2600 features a 10-core CPU based on the ARM v9.3 architecture. The configuration includes one prime core, three high-performance cores, and six high-efficiency cores. Here are the main highlights of each core type:-
- The ARM C1-Ultra prime core, clocked at 3.8GHz, promises to deliver improved responsiveness through faster processing and higher IPC (instructions per clock).
- The prime core is complemented by three high-performance mid cores running at 3.25GHz to enhance multi-threaded workloads.
- Six high-efficiency cores operating at 2.75GHz handle system management performance with minimal impact on battery life.
To further sustain performance under heavy loads, Samsung deployed the Heat Path Block (HPB) design alongside High-k EMC materials to optimise the heat-transfer path. This improved thermal solution allows the Exynos 2600 to maintain peak performance for longer periods.
