Mumbai, March 10:
The Exynos 2600 is not just another chip from Samsung; it represents a significant leap in mobile processing power, built on an advanced 2nm process node. Samsung has adopted an all-big-core CPU design to enhance performance. The GPU also promises improved compute capabilities and ray tracing.
This new processor is a notable upgrade from its predecessor, the Exynos 2500. But how does it stack up against Qualcomm’s flagship chipsets, like the Snapdragon 8 Elite? We recently conducted a comparison with the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, and the results were compelling, even though the Snapdragon chip maintained an edge. Thus, we set out to see if the Exynos 2600 could surpass the Snapdragon 8 Elite.
Specifications Overview
| Exynos 2600 | Snapdragon 8 Elite |
|---|---|
| Announced: December 2025 | Announced: October 2024 |
| Process Node: 2nm (Samsung) | Process Node: 3nm (TSMC) |
| CPU Cores: 10-core | CPU Cores: 8-core |
| GPU: Exynos Xclipse 960 | GPU: Adreno 830 |
| NPU: AI engine with 32K MAC NPU | NPU: Qualcomm Hexagon NPU |
| Memory: LPDDR5X | Memory: LPDDR5X, up to 5.3 GHz |
| Storage: UFS 4.1 | Storage: UFS 4.0 |
| Camera: Up to 320MP | Camera: Up to 320MP |
| Connectivity: Exynos 5410 modem | Connectivity: Snapdragon X80 modem |
Benchmark Scores
Note: Benchmark tests were conducted on the Galaxy S26 Plus (Exynos 2600) and the Galaxy S25 Plus (Snapdragon 8 Elite).
Geekbench Score (v6)
| Exynos 2600 | Snapdragon 8 Elite |
|---|---|
| Single Core: 3,040 | Single Core: 3,008 |
| Multi Core: 10,290 | Multi Core: 9,730 |
The Exynos 2600 outperforms the Snapdragon 8 Elite in Geekbench, particularly in multi-core performance, where it achieves a 6% higher score.
AnTuTu Score (v11)
| Exynos 2600 | Snapdragon 8 Elite |
|---|---|
| AnTuTu Score: 3,210,573 | AnTuTu Score: 3,162,650 |
| CPU: 1,065,772 | CPU: 967,505 |
| GPU: 1,212,568 | GPU: 1,200,291 |
| Memory: 413,700 | Memory: 381,416 |
| UX: 518,533 | UX: 613,438 |
In the AnTuTu benchmark, the Exynos 2600 scores over 3.21 million, slightly ahead of the Snapdragon 8 Elite’s 3.16 million. The Exynos chip shows a 10% advantage in CPU performance, while the Snapdragon excels in user experience.
3DMark Score
Wild Life Extreme Test
| Exynos 2600 | Snapdragon 8 Elite |
|---|---|
| Score: 6,674 | Score: 6,527 |
In the 3DMark Wild Life Extreme test, the Exynos 2600 scored 6,674, while the Snapdragon 8 Elite scored 6,527. Although the Exynos leads, the difference is marginal.
Key Differences
Manufacturing Process
The Exynos 2600 is the first 2nm GAA mobile processor in the industry, while the Snapdragon 8 Elite is built on TSMC’s 3nm process. This gives the Exynos a slight edge in performance and efficiency.
CPU, GPU, & NPU
The Exynos 2600 features a 10-core CPU, while the Snapdragon 8 Elite has an 8-core CPU with higher peak clock speeds. The Exynos Xclipse 960 GPU supports ray tracing, while the Snapdragon’s Adreno 830 also offers excellent graphics capabilities.
Camera
The Exynos 2600 introduces an AI-based Visual Perception System for enhanced camera performance, while the Snapdragon 8 Elite features an 18-bit Spectra ISP with advanced capabilities.
Connectivity
Both processors offer robust connectivity, but the Exynos 5410 modem supports higher download speeds compared to the Snapdragon X80 modem.
Author Profile
- My name is Ganpat Singh Choughan. I am an experienced content writer with 7 years of expertise in the field. Currently, I contribute to Daily Kiran, creating engaging and informative content across a variety of categories including technology, health, travel, education, and automobiles. My goal is to deliver accurate, insightful, and captivating information through my words to help readers stay informed and empowered.
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