Exynos 2400: Samsung is back with a bang!

Samsung has finally released the long-awaited successor to the Exynos 2200. This one is called the Exynos 2400 and it is here to put Samsung right back up with the world's elite. Read on to find out more.

Jan 20, 2024, 12:26 PM

Samsung has quietly unveiled its latest flagship mobile processor, the Exynos 2400, which powers the Galaxy S24 and S24 Plus in several markets. The new chip boasts impressive features such as a 10-core CPU, hardware ray tracing, satellite support, and more. Here's everything you need to know about the Exynos 2400 and how it may reposition Samsung as a serious contender in the flagship SoC division once more.

Key specifications of the Exynos 2400

4nm Samsung LPP+ process
1x Cortex-X4 core (3.2 GHz)
5x Cortex-A720 cores (2.6-2.9 GHz)
4x Cortex-A520 cores (2.0 GHz)
GPU: Samsung Xclipse 940
NPU (neural processing unit): 17K MAC NPU
Multimedia: up to 320MP cameras, 8K video recording, and 4K 120Hz display refresh rates.
Connectivity: Exynos 5300 5G modem, supports up to 12.12Gbps downlink speed and satellite communication.
RAM and Storage: Compatible with LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.0 storage for fast data transfer.

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CPU performance of the Exynos 2400

The Exynos 2400 is a formidable competitor to the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, Qualcomm's latest flagship mobile processor. The Exynos 2400 has two more cores than the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, with a tri-cluster structure that allows for better power and efficiency optimization. The Exynos 2400 however has a also lower overall clock speed at 3.2GHz, while the two clusters of Cortex-A720 cores run at 2.9GHz and 2.6GHz, respectively.

The Exynos 2400 does seem to keep pace with some of the biggest industry names like the aforementioned Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 and the Apple A17 Pro, at least in terms of CPU performance. The Exynos 2400 also surprises in gaming, beating the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 in some game titles, according to Notebook Check.

GPU and gaming capabilities of the Exynos 2400

The Exynos 2400 features an Xclipse 940 GPU, based on the AMD RDNA 3 architecture, which is the same architecture used in the latest PC and console graphics cards. The Xclipse 940 GPU supports hardware-accelerated ray tracing, which is a technique that simulates the behavior of light in 3D environments, creating realistic shadows, reflections, and ambient occlusion.

Hardware ray tracing is a feature reserved for high-end mobile processors, as it requires a lot of computational power and memory bandwidth. The Exynos 2400 is one of the few mobile processors to support this feature.

The Exynos 2400 also delivers a 26% improvement in graphics performance over the Exynos 2200, Samsung claims. The Exynos 2400 can handle demanding games at high resolutions and frame rates, as well as support 4K 120Hz display refresh rates for smooth and stable gameplay.

»See: Exynos 2400 matches Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 in gaming performance

AI and NPU ability of the Exynos 2400

The Exynos 2400 also features a powerful NPU (neural processing unit) that enables enhanced on-device AI capabilities. The NPU can perform up to 32 TOPS (trillion operations per second) of AI computations, which is a 14.7x boost in AI performance over the Exynos 2200, Samsung says.

The Exynos 2400 supports various AI features on the Galaxy S24 series, such as Galaxy AI, which can translate text, generate images, summarize articles, and more. The Exynos 2400 also supports advanced camera features, such as object recognition, scene optimization, and portrait mode.

The Exynos 2400 also offers better security and privacy, as more data is processed on the device rather than on the cloud. This reduces the latency and bandwidth consumption, as well as the risk of data leakage or hacking.

RAM and Storage support of the Exynos 2400

The Exynos 2400 is compatible with LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.0 storage, which are the latest standards for mobile memory and storage. LPDDR5X RAM offers faster data transfer and lower power consumption than LPDDR5 RAM, while UFS 4.0 storage offers faster read and write speeds than UFS 3.1 storage.

The Exynos 2400 can support up to 16GB of LPDDR5X RAM and up to 1TB of UFS 4.0 storage, depending on the device configuration. The Galaxy S24 series comes with 8GB or 12GB of LPDDR5X RAM and 128GB, 256GB, or 512GB of UFS 4.0 storage.

The Exynos 2400 also supports external storage expansion via microSD cards, up to 1TB. The Galaxy S24 series has a hybrid SIM slot that can accommodate either two nano-SIM cards, one nano-SIM card and one microSD card.

Multimedia capabilities of the Exynos 2400

The Exynos 2400 also supports up to 320MP cameras, 8K video recording, and 4K 120Hz display refresh rates. The Exynos 2400 can handle multiple cameras and sensors, as well as support advanced features such as optical zoom, ultra-wide-angle, macro, and depth sensing.

The Exynos 2400 can also record and play 8K videos at 30fps, or 4K videos at 120fps. The Exynos 2400 supports various video codecs, such as HEVC, H.264, VP9, and AV1, as well as HDR10+ and Dolby Vision for enhanced color and contrast.

The Exynos 2400 can also drive 4K 120Hz displays, which offer a smooth and immersive viewing experience. The Exynos 2400 supports various display technologies, such as AMOLED, LCD, and LTPO, as well as adaptive refresh rates and variable frame rates.

Connectivity of the Exynos 2400

The Exynos 2400 also comes with a 5G modem that supports up to 12.12 Gbps downlink speed and satellite communication. The Exynos 2400 supports both sub-6GHz and mmWave 5G bands, as well as 4G LTE, 3G, and 2G networks.

The Exynos 2400 also supports satellite communication, which is a feature that allows the device to connect to low-earth orbit (LEO) satellites for emergency calls, messaging, and location services. The Exynos 2400 is one of the first mobile processors to support this feature, along with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3.

The Exynos 2400 also supports other connectivity features, such as Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.2, NFC, GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou, and QZSS.

Battery life of the Exynos 2400

The Exynos 2400 is designed to offer better performance and power efficiency than the previous generation, thanks to the 4nm LPP+ process and the FOWLP packaging. The 4nm LPP+ process reduces the size and power consumption of the chip, while the FOWLP packaging improves the thermal management and reduces the power loss.

The Exynos 2400 also supports adaptive power saving, which adjusts the performance and power consumption of the chip according to the usage scenario and the battery level. The Exynos 2400 also supports fast charging, wireless charging, and reverse wireless charging.

The battery life of the Exynos 2400 will depend on the device configuration and the usage pattern, but it is expected to offer a long-lasting and reliable performance for the Galaxy S24 series. The Galaxy S24 and S24 Plus have a 4,000mAh and 4,500mAh battery, respectively, while the Galaxy S24 Ultra has a 5,000mAh battery.

Conclusion

The Exynos 2400 is a powerful and feature-rich mobile processor that can handle demanding tasks and games. It offers 17x better CPU performance, GPU performance, and AI performance than its predecessor Exynos 2200. It also supports hardware ray tracing, satellite communication, and 4K 120Hz display refresh rates. The Exynos 2400 is a clear sign that Samsung is back with a bang in the mobile processor market.

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