Samsung has officially announced its new Exynos Modem 5410, a powerful 5G modem expected to be used in the upcoming Galaxy S26 series. The new modem brings faster 5G speeds and advanced satellite communication features, including support for satellite voice calls and video calls.
This launch also marks a change in Samsung’s smartphone design strategy.
Samsung Separates the Modem From the Main Chip
Unlike recent smartphones where the modem is built into the main processor, Samsung has chosen to make the Exynos 5410 a separate chip. It will work alongside the upcoming Exynos 2600 processor instead of being integrated into it.
This approach allows:
-
The main processor to focus fully on performance and graphics
-
The modem to handle connectivity without overheating
-
Better sustained network speeds during heavy data use
The modem is built using a 4nm manufacturing process and is designed to stay fast and stable even during long gaming or streaming sessions.
Faster 5G Speeds Across Different Networks
The Exynos 5410 supports advanced 5G connectivity, combining different network bands to deliver very high speeds.
Samsung claims:
-
Up to 14.79 Gbps download speeds using combined sub-6GHz and mmWave 5G
-
Up to 11.2 Gbps using sub-6GHz networks alone
This means users can expect faster downloads, smoother cloud gaming, and better high-quality streaming—even in regions where mmWave 5G is not widely available.
Major Upgrade in Satellite Connectivity
One of the biggest highlights of the Exynos 5410 is its strong focus on satellite communication. Unlike current smartphones that mostly offer satellite support only for emergency messages, Samsung’s new modem supports three different satellite technologies:
-
Satellite voice calls for regular calling when no mobile network is available
-
Low-power satellite messaging for location sharing and basic communication
-
Satellite video and data services, allowing video calls in remote areas
This could make future Galaxy phones far more useful in places with no cellular coverage.
Built-In Security for the Future
Samsung has also added advanced security features to the Exynos 5410. The modem includes:
-
Post-quantum encryption, designed to stay secure even against future quantum computers
-
A dedicated security processor that protects sensitive data like the phone’s IMEI and network credentials
These features help prevent identity theft and network attacks at the hardware level.
Why This Matters
By using a separate modem, Samsung can push connectivity features further than what is possible with integrated solutions. This puts Samsung in direct competition with Apple’s satellite services and Qualcomm’s Snapdragon Satellite platform.
If network providers support these new satellite standards, future Galaxy phones could offer the most advanced off-grid communication features available on any smartphone.
What’s Next?
The Exynos 5410 is expected to launch commercially alongside the Exynos 2600 processor in select versions of the Galaxy S26 series, which is expected to debut in early 2026.
More details about real-world performance and satellite support are likely to be revealed closer to launch.
