Samsung's Exynos roadmap points to 1.4nm chips and performance gains

Samsung's roadmap for its Exynos chip series reveals an intensified focus on advanced manufacturing processes. The upcoming Exynos 2900 is slated to utilize a 1.4-nanometer (nm) fabrication node, with commercial availability expected around 2029.

This development places Samsung's 1.4nm technology about a year behind TSMC's projected timeline for a similar process. Earlier iterations, such as the Exynos 2600, will employ a 2nm process, with Exynos 2700 and Exynos 2800 also continuing on the 2nm node.

In addition to process advancements, Samsung has reportedly revised performance targets for its SF2P node. New data suggests an aiming for a 15% increase in clock frequency and a 26% reduction in power consumption compared to the SF2 baseline. Earlier estimates had indicated a 12% performance uplift.

The move to more advanced nodes and enhanced capabilities reflects the ongoing intense competition in the mobile processor market, as manufacturers strive for improved performance and efficiency in their devices.