Samsung to build 2nm M2800 5G modem for Galaxy S28

Samsung has picked a 2nm process for its external M2800 5G modem, with development set to finish in 2027 and a debut alongside the Exynos 2800 in the Galaxy S28 in 2028. The freed 4nm capacity at Samsung Foundry will go toward base dies for HBM chips used in AI accelerators.

• M2800 modem uses a 2nm process, development to wrap up in 2027
• Expected to debut in Galaxy S28 with Exynos 2800 in 2028
• Freed 4nm lines to produce HBM base dies for AI
• Shannon brand retired for M-series; M2700 ships in Galaxy S27 in 2027