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Early Exynos 2700 listing on Geekbench shows big changes

Maybe, just maybe, Samsung will finally lift the Exynos curse!

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By Polina Kovalakova

Published: Jan 28, 2026, 6:22 AM

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The Samsung Galaxy S25 FE comes with an Exynos 2400 chip. | Image credit — PhoneArena

An early listing of the Exynos 2700 has appeared on Geekbench less than a month before the Galaxy S26 release. Could this chip that could power the Galaxy S27 finally solve Samsung's flagship processor flaws?

Geekbench shows an Exynos 2700 listing

First noticed by reliable X leaker Abhishek Yadav, the leaked Geekbench result reveals an unusual architecture. Instead of relying on a 1+3+6 architecture — the one used in the Exynos 2600 (model S5E9965 ERD) — the supposed successor (model S5E9975) will rely on a different 1+4+1+4 core cluster.

Early Geekbench spotting
Looks like Samsung Exynos 2700 has already appeared on Geekbench — likely an early listing

Exynos 2700 (Deca-core CPU architecture):
• Cluster 1: 1 core @ 2.30GHz
• Cluster 2: 4 cores @ 2.40GHz
• Cluster 3: 1 core @ 2.78GHz
• Cluster 4: 4 cores… pic.twitter.com/KAWNv5AAP1
— Abhishek Yadav (@yabhishekhd) January 27, 2026

Since this is an ERD (Engineering Reference Device), the cluster design — and the early GPU scores, for that matter — should be taken with a pinch of salt. However, it shows that Samsung could be experimenting with different architectures before deciding on a final cluster layout.

Previous leaks have suggested the Exynos 2700 could use a higher clock speed of 4.2 GHz. The latest Geekbench listing shows an entirely different picture.

Leaked early Exynos 2700 chip on Geekbench | Image credit—Geekbench

All cores have a rather modest clock speed: 2.30 GHz, 2.40 GHz, 2.78 GHz, and 2.88 GHz. No need for panic, of course — those clock speeds are highly unlikely to stay unchanged. They only indicate that Samsung is currently trying to get the new design to work before amping up speeds.

Why the quad-cluster design experiment?

First introduced with the MediaTek Helio X20, the first tri-cluster smartphone chip has been widely used for the better part of a decade. So, why did Samsung go for a quad-cluster design?

In your opinion, will the Exynos 2700 be a success?

If it materializes, the new layout could have a dramatic impact on how the Exynos 2700 manages power. By utilizing a 2nm SF2P process, Samsung could be working on creating a 'bridge' between efficiency and power.

The structure allows the processor to handle AI tasks in the background, do its everyday syncing, and handle light tasks without waking up the 'heavy-hitting' cores. This approach may significantly minimize energy leakage. It could also lead to more efficient heat dissipation and, naturally, optimal performance.

How does it compare to Qualcomm?

If Samsung is actively working on a 1+4+1+4 deca-core for the upcoming Exynos 2700, expected to debut in 2027, how will it compare to the latest Qualcomm processor? Let's explore Geekbench listings of the OnePlus 15, powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5.

Geekbench listing of the OnePlus 15 | Image credit—Geekbench

As you can see, the 8 Elite Gen 5 achieves a single score of 3,459 and multi-core score of 10,273. Moreover, it hits 23,479 OpenCL score. On paper, that makes it significantly more powerful than Samsung's supposed Exynos 2700 (OpenCL score 15,618).

But, once again, we should keep in mind that the South Korean tech giant is just now beginning work on its new chipset. Once it gets optimized, the Exynos 2700 may not just be on par with Qualcomm's 8 Elite Gen 5 but surpass it substantially.

Could Samsung fix Exynos?

The question I immediately ask myself is this: is Samsung simply experimenting with this quad-cluster design architecture, or is it trying to fix its flagship processor for good? To me, the latter seems the more logical answer.

By introducing a new core cluster design, Samsung may be addressing efficiency and heat issues that have been plaguing the Exynos. If it sticks to it, we might finally have an answer to the "Which chip will it be" question — one that's not disappointing for everyone.

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Polina Kovalakova, a News and Affiliate Content Writer, has nurtured a passion for mobile technology since the era before smartphones. With a history of exploring a variety of devices, her insights into the mobile world are both broad and nuanced. Polina's non-partisan view extends to appreciating nearly every smartphone brand, a reflection of her open-minded approach to technology. Polina is equally passionate about uncovering the best online deals, tirelessly working to ensure her readers snag top-tier tech at unbeatable prices.

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