(Image source from: Indiatoday.in)
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 is anticipated to be released later this year as the follow-up to the Galaxy Z Flip 6. The current clamshell foldable model is equipped with an octa-core Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor. Earlier rumors indicated that the new device would debut with a Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC. However, there have been mixed reports regarding the possibility of the smartphone utilizing an Exynos 2500 chip that Samsung developed in-house. A recent article has reaffirmed this latter speculation, presenting details about the expected production schedule for the foldable device.
As per ChosunBiz, the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 is set to feature the in-house Exynos 2500 chipset. Mass production is predicted to start in May, with an output of 200,000 units expected by June. According to this report, the launch is projected for July.
The article mentions that Samsung opted for the Exynos chip over the Snapdragon option due to considerations regarding pricing and production. With a plan to produce only 200,000 units of the Galaxy Z Flip 7, using an in-house processor is seen as a more feasible option. This strategy not only helps in managing costs but could also allow Samsung to either lower the phone's retail price or enhance its profit margins. An earlier source had stated that the Galaxy Z Flip 7 would be released globally with the Exynos 2500 SoC, which clashes with an earlier leak that suggested it would feature a Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy chip.
Additionally, there has been discussion about a less expensive, slimmer variant of the Galaxy Z Flip 7 that may be associated with the FE or Xe branding, reportedly incorporating an in-house Exynos 2400e chipset. In contrast to the conflicting reports surrounding the Galaxy Z Flip 7, there has been consistency regarding the processor information for the Galaxy Z Fold 7. All available leaks suggest that this book-style foldable is likely to be equipped with a Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC specifically tailored for Galaxy devices.
