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The video delves into the ongoing debate over Samsungâs use of different processorsâExynos and Qualcomm Snapdragonâin its Galaxy smartphones, depending on the geographic region. The presenter explores the implications of Samsung's dual sourcing strategy, driven by legal constraints rather than technological ones, and how it impacts user experience, especially in regions receiving the Exynos models.
Key points include the consistently inferior performance and efficiency of Exynos chips compared to Snapdragon, highlighted through benchmarks and user reviews. Specific criticisms include Exynos chips running hotter, slower, and consuming more battery. A historical overview is provided, focusing on Samsung's custom Mongoose cores and the resulting setbacks, including the poorly received Exynos 990 chip, which led to a temporary shift back to Snapdragon in some markets.
Despite these issues, Samsung is shown to be committed to reviving and improving Exynos, illustrated by a significant organizational revamp and the formation of a âdream teamâ dedicated to developing next-generation processors. Looking forward to the Galaxy S24, the video speculates on Samsung's potential to achieve performance parity with Qualcomm, especially given advancements in Samsungâs manufacturing processes, with a promise of future comparative analyses.
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In this part of the video, the presenter addresses the unboxing of a new Samsung flagship phone, highlighting the excitement of upgrading from an old device to a faster and more powerful Galaxy model. However, the video delves into the controversy surrounding Samsungâs use of different processors based on geographic location. Specifically, in some regions, including parts of Europe and Asia, Samsung phones are equipped with Exynos processors, which are criticized for having subpar battery life and lower performance compared to Qualcommâs Snapdragon chips used in the US and China.
The video explains that Samsungâs dual sourcing strategyâusing different chips for different regionsâstems from legal issues related to Qualcommâs essential patents rather than technological limitations. This strategy has had its benefits, allowing Samsung flexibility and cost savings. For example, in 2015, Samsung switched to Exynos chips worldwide when Qualcommâs Snapdragon 810 faced performance issues. This approach contrasts with other manufacturers who were forced to release suboptimal devices using the flawed Snapdragon chip.
Additionally, the segment mentions that tech publications have consistently compared the performance of Samsung Galaxy models with both Exynos and Snapdragon processors, noting the ongoing debate among tech enthusiasts regarding the superiority of one chip over the other. The video sets the stage for a deeper exploration of whether Exynos processors truly offer a worse experience and the implications for future Samsung Galaxy S24 series releases.
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In this part of the video, the discussion focuses on the performance differences between Samsungâs Exynos and Qualcommâs Snapdragon chips, specifically highlighting the disadvantages of Exynos. It is noted that Exynos chips generally run slower, hotter, and consume more battery compared to their Snapdragon counterparts. Benchmarks and detailed reviews, such as those by YouTubers like jerryrig everything and XDAâs Adam Conway, have consistently shown that Snapdragon versions of devices like the Note 20 and Galaxy S22 Ultra outperform Exynos models, both in battery efficiency and CPU performance. The narrative explains that this disparity leads to dissatisfaction among users, especially in regions like Europe where Exynos variants are more common. Moreover, the video attributes part of Exynosâs poor reputation to Samsungâs custom high-performance cores, codenamed Mongoose, introduced in 2016, which struggled to compete with Qualcommâs designs in later models like the S9 and S10.
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In this segment, the video discusses the challenges and setbacks faced by Samsungâs Exynos chip division. Initially, the team responsible for the custom Mongoose cores was laid off, as the Exynos 990 chip was poorly received by Samsung Mobile, which switched to Snapdragon for the S20 and Note 20 in Korea. Samsung LSI felt humiliated and attempted to reverse the decision unsuccessfully. In 2021, Samsung tried to revive Exynos with the 2100 chip, but admitted past mistakes and shifted back to ARM Cortex designs. However, Exynos chips remained slower and less efficient compared to Snapdragon.
Despite speculation that Exynos might be discontinued, benchmarks and leaks suggest it will return in 2024, supported by a significant reorganization of Samsungâs SLC business. A âdream teamâ of over a thousand employees is reportedly working on new custom chips for future Galaxy devices. This reorganization is aimed at making Exynos competitive in the long term, indicating Samsungâs continued commitment to developing its in-house chips.
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In this part of the video, the discussion centers on the performance disparity between Samsungâs Exynos chips and Qualcommâs Snapdragon chips, particularly in the context of the upcoming Galaxy S24. It highlights that Samsung aims to achieve performance parity with Snapdragon, especially for users in Europe, Africa, and parts of Asia. While there are signs of progress, like advancements in Samsungâs 3-nanometer manufacturing process, it remains uncertain if Samsung can match Qualcommâs performance by 2025. The video also notes that the majority of Samsung customers are unaware of the performance differences between Exynos and Snapdragon chips. The video concludes by inviting viewers to anticipate a future Exynos vs. Snapdragon comparison for the Galaxy S24.