Samsung is gearing up to launch its next-generation Galaxy S27 models in February 2027. Ahead of the launch, new insider information suggests the Korean-based giant has already started testing the Galaxy S27’s top variant, the Galaxy S27 Ultra 5G, powered by Samsung’s next-generation Exynos 2700 chipset. The 2700 chipset is set to launch in December 2026. This suggests Samsung is returning to its strategy of using Qualcomm chipsets in some markets while keeping costs low to compete with Apple iPhone 18 Pro models.
We’ll also see Samsung’s Exynos 2700 chipset, which is speculated to receive a major upgrade this year to compete more strongly with Apple’s A20 Pro chipset, Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6, MediaTek’s Dimensity 9600 Pro, and Google’s Tensor G6 from the Pixel 11 lineup.
Apart from the Exynos 2700 chipset on the Galaxy S27 Ultra, price details leaked by prominent tipster Anthony suggest the new S27 Ultra will see a slight $100 price hike over the Galaxy S26 Ultra’s launch price of $1299 in the USA. Here is what we know so far:

Samsung has reportedly started testing its next-generation chipset, the Exynos 2700 SoC, set to launch in December 2026. Leaks suggest it will outperform Qualcomm’s recently launched Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6. Testing results cover the CPU, GPU, and NPU, but exact numbers are not yet available.
To deliver top efficiency, Samsung’s Exynos 2700 is set to be built on a new 2nm-based architecture, competing with Apple’s A20 chipset, Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6, and even the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro.
Beyond chipset details, leaks suggest Samsung plans to use its own M16 OLED display material for the next Galaxy S27 lineup, including the standard Galaxy S27, Galaxy S27 Plus, Galaxy S27 Pro, and Galaxy S27 Ultra.
Display and Design Leaks
The M16 OLED material offers better colour reproduction with higher peak brightness while keeping power consumption low. The recently launched iQOO 16 also uses the same Samsung M16 OLED panel.
Samsung is also changing its overall design. Renders reveal that the Galaxy S27 Ultra and Galaxy S27 Pro will use a new camera housing.
This includes a pill-shaped camera alongside a dual-vertical camera on the left side, both housed in a rectangular frame.
Price Leaks
Apart from chipset and display upgrades, new leaks suggest a price change. The Galaxy S26 Ultra launched this year at $1299.
For the Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra, leaks suggest a $100 price hike in 2027, with the starting price at $1399. The Galaxy S27 Pro is expected to keep the same launch price as the Galaxy S26 Ultra.
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FAQs
When will the Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra launch?
Samsung is expected to launch the Galaxy S27 Ultra in February 2027, but Samsung has not confirmed the date.
What chipset will power the Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra?
According to leaks, Samsung is testing the Galaxy S27 Ultra with the upcoming Exynos 2700 chipset, expected to debut in December 2026.
What is the expected price of the Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra?
Leaks suggest the Galaxy S27 Ultra could start at $1,399 in the US, a $100 increase over the Galaxy S26 Ultra's reported launch price of $1,299.
Will the Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra feature a 2nm chipset?
The Exynos 2700 is rumoured to use a 2nm process. Samsung has not officially confirmed the chipset's specifications.
How will the Exynos 2700 compare with the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6?
The Exynos 2700 is expected to compete with Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 in CPU, GPU, and AI performance. However, benchmark results and detailed specifications aren't yet available to show how the two chipsets compare.