Samsung is developing the M2700 modem, which will feature in the upcoming Galaxy S27 series alongside the Exynos 2700 processor. The company aims to improve energy efficiency to match the performance of Qualcomm Snapdragon-based models, addressing long-standing concerns regarding high standby power consumption in Exynos-powered devices.
The M2700 modem is manufactured using the 4nm process, consistent with the previous generation. Despite using the same node, Samsung achieved a 4% reduction in chip size through design optimizations, which improves power efficiency, thermal management, and internal space utilization. The company is also moving away from the Exynos Modem naming convention in favor of the new M-series designation.
Technological upgrades for the M2700 include support for 3GPP Release 18, enabling advanced 5G features and enhanced non-terrestrial network (NTN) capabilities for satellite communications. Samsung plans to transition the subsequent M2800 modem to a 2nm process for the Galaxy S28 series to further boost performance and power efficiency.
The shift to 2nm for future modems is also intended to reallocate 4nm production capacity. Samsung currently utilizes 4nm lines to manufacture base logic chips for high-bandwidth memory (HBM), a segment that is seeing significant growth due to the rising demand for AI servers. This strategic move allows Samsung to prioritize HBM production.
