Samsung Galaxy S26 Leaks: The Exynos 2600 Takes On Snapdragon

Introduction to Samsung Galaxy S26’s Benchmark Results

In the Geekbench database, the South Korean version of the Samsung Galaxy S26 (model SM-S942N) has appeared, revealing important insights into its performance capabilities. According to the leak, on its home market-and reportedly in Europe-the new smartphone will operate on the Exynos 2600 SoC. In a single-core test, the Exynos 2600 scored 3315 points, nearly matching the performance of the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, which achieved 3378 points. However, in terms of multi-core performance, the Exynos 2600 outperforms the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, with scores of 11,310 compared to 11,097 points.

The tested Galaxy S26 featuring the Exynos 2600 is equipped with 12 GB of RAM and runs on Android 16, likely with the One UI 8.5 skin. The final version of the Galaxy S26 may be even faster.

Anticipated Features and Improvements

As the official release approaches, expectations are high for the Galaxy S26 to incorporate improvements in display technology, potentially offering higher refresh rates and enhanced color accuracy. The camera system is also expected to see advancements, perhaps featuring new sensor technology and enhanced AI capabilities for better photo processing.

Battery life could be a focus as well, with potential increases in capacity or efficiency enhancements through software optimization, complementing the already impressive processing power revealed in benchmarks.

With these promising specifications, Samsung aims to set a new standard in the flagship smartphone segment, directly competing with other premium devices in the market.