Galaxy S26 FE Leak: Exynos 2500 Processor and Key Specs Revealed

A new leak has revealed key performance details and hardware specifications for the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE, which is expected to launch in the second half of 2026. A device identified by the model number SM-S741U appeared in the Geekbench database on April 3, 2026, providing a first look at the internals of Samsung’s next mid-cycle flagship.

The benchmarking data indicates that the Galaxy S26 FE will be powered by the Exynos 2500 chipset, identified in the listing as model S5E9955. This 10-core processor is the same silicon used in the Galaxy Z Flip 7, suggesting that Samsung is utilizing a proven chip for its Fan Edition series rather than the latest generation hardware.

Benchmarking and Performance

In Geekbench 6 tests, the Galaxy S26 FE achieved a single-core CPU score of 2,426 and a multi-core CPU score of 8,004. These results represent a performance increase over the Galaxy S25 FE.

Interestingly, the device appears to outperform the Galaxy Z Flip 7, despite using the same Exynos 2500 chip. The Galaxy S26 FE is approximately 15 percent faster in single-core performance and 8 percent faster in multi-core performance compared to the Z Flip 7. This disparity is likely attributed to better thermal management provided by the S26 FE’s larger form factor.

The test unit featured 8GB of RAM and was running Android 17 with Samsung’s One UI 9 interface. This suggests the device may ship with Google’s next major operating system update out of the box when it arrives in the third or fourth quarter of 2026.

Display and Physical Specifications

Leaked specifications suggest the Galaxy S26 FE will feature a 6.7-inch OLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate. The panel is expected to be manufactured by the Chinese firm CSOT.

The device is likely to include several standard premium features, including an in-display fingerprint reader, stereo speakers, and an IP68 rating for dust and water resistance. Storage options are expected to include 128GB, 256GB, and 512GB variants.

Camera and Battery Hardware

The rear camera array is expected to consist of a 50MP primary sensor with optical image stabilization (OIS), a 12MP ultrawide lens, and an 8MP telephoto lens featuring 3x optical zoom and OIS. For selfies, the phone is likely to use a 12MP front-facing camera.

Video capabilities are expected to be robust, with support for 4K 60fps recording across the primary, ultrawide, and front-facing cameras.

Powering the device will be a 4,900mAh battery. The leak indicates support for 45W fast wired charging, alongside connectivity standards including 5G, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, NFC, and a USB Type-C port.

Market Positioning

The choice of the Exynos 2500 chipset places the Galaxy S26 FE a step behind the main Galaxy S26 flagship series, which utilizes the newer 2nm Exynos 2600. This follows a consistent pattern for the FE series, which typically serves as an entry-level alternative to the primary S-series flagships by using slightly older or less powerful silicon.

Since the introduction of the Galaxy S20 FE, Samsung has maintained a near-annual release cycle for the FE series. The Galaxy S26 FE is expected to continue this trend, targeting a release window in late 2026.