Samsung Galaxy S25: Overseas Parts Gain Ground Amidst Domestic Challenges
Samsung Galaxy S25 series will rely heavily on overseas parts, including Qualcomm processors, memory, and PCBs, raising concerns about domestic compet
The upcoming Samsung Galaxy S25 series is set to feature a significant shift in its supply chain, with overseas companies increasingly taking on roles traditionally held by domestic Korean suppliers. This trend, impacting key components like application processors (APs), memory, PCBs (periodic plates), and cameras, raises concerns about the competitiveness of the domestic tech industry.
Qualcomm Snapdragon Takes the Lead
The Galaxy S25 series will exclusively feature the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite AP. This marks a return to a fully Qualcomm-powered flagship line after the Galaxy S23 series. The previous Galaxy S24 models had a mix of Qualcomm and Samsung's Exynos APs. However, production issues with Samsung's Exynos 2500 chip led to Qualcomm securing the full supply for the S25.
Overseas Suppliers for PCBs
The situation also extends to PCBs. Chinese company Fastprint has secured a major contract to supply high-density multi-layer substrates (…