Samsung has introduced the Exynos Modem 5410, a cutting-edge modem designed to enhance mobile connectivity. This new modem is expected to be paired with the Exynos 2600 processor in the upcoming Galaxy S26 smartphones, promising faster, more reliable, and secure connections, along with advanced satellite communication capabilities.
Unlike previous models, the Exynos 2600 lacks an integrated 5G modem, opting instead for an external solution to manage mobile networks. This separation allows the processor to focus on performance while the modem ensures robust connectivity. The Exynos Modem 5410, built on a 4nm EUV process, supports 5G NR dual connectivity, utilizing both sub-6 GHz and mmWave bands, offering download speeds up to 14.79 Gbps. It can achieve up to 11.2 Gbps using 380 MHz bandwidth in the sub-6 GHz range alone.
The modem’s satellite communication features include LTE DTC for voice calls, NB-IoT NTN for text and location sharing in remote areas, and NR-NTN for high-quality satellite communication, including video calls. Security is a priority, with support for ROM-based hybrid post-quantum cryptography to protect against future quantum computing threats. A dedicated Security Processor safeguards sensitive information such as IMEI data and encryption keys.
When combined with the Exynos 2600’s 10-core CPU, based on Arm v9.3 architecture, and the AMD Xclipse 960 GPU, the modem is set to significantly enhance the overall connectivity and performance of Galaxy devices.
