The latest rumor comes from the leaker Jukanlosreve on X (spotted by Android Police) who stated that the Fan Edition foldable would feature an Exynos processor, specifically the Exynos 2400, which is from 2023. Jukanlosreve has been on a tipping tear since returning to that mine and, for the most part, appears to have fairly accurate reports.

As for why the rumored Z Flip FE would use an Exynos chipset, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 may be prohibitively expensive to put into a lower-priced foldable device, or it may simply be easier for Samsung to keep up a supply of Exynos chips.

The publication also noted that this Exynos chip is at a "flagship-level" as the company deployed it during a dual-chip strategy with the Galaxy S24 series. You may remember that

We've seen a few mid-range Flip phones in recent times, but it looks like Samsung could reveal a Galaxy Z Flip FE next year.

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Samsung could be working on a budget flip phone, and a fresh leak hinted at the Galaxy Z Flip FE packing the Exynos 2400.

For the unversed, Samsung’s Galaxy FE devices are known for offering toned-down specifications and features at a more affordable price compared to their flagship counterparts. The Z Flip FE would allow Samsung to compete in the budget-friendly clamshell foldable market.

The Galaxy Z Flip FE model could include a smaller cover display, a less powerful camera system, and lower storage and RAM to achieve a more affordable price point than the premium model

Samsung has launched its early Black Friday sale this Sunday and it is offering huge discounts on its flagship Galaxy S24 Ultra (but also on foldable phones like Z Fold 6 and Z Flip 6). This premium smartphone is known for its cutting-edge features and impressive performance is now available at prices that are hard to resist.

New information claims that the rumored Galaxy Z Flip FE could end up having the same processor as the Galaxy S24.

The Galaxy Z Flip FE could launch next summer to compete in the more budget-friendly foldable market. Samsung has long marketed its foldables as high-end products with a premium price tag. However, rumors suggest that the company may soon introduce a budget-friendly option,