The cost of a foldable, like Samsung's Galaxy Z Flip series may make some consumers rethink such a device. However, a recent rumor from a Korean news outlet claims that the company is pursuing a "cheaper" clamshell device for 2025. The phone could launch with the "Galaxy Z Flip FE" name alongside the expected Flip 7.

In a post on X (formerly Twitter), tipster @Jukanlosreve suggests that a flagship processor could be used in the purported Samsung Galaxy Z Flip FE. It is said to be powered by the Exynos 2400 under the hood — the processor which currently powers the Galaxy S24 and Galaxy S24 Plus in select regions including India.

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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.

There have been speculations that Samsung is considering releasing a cheaper Galaxy Z Flip as a Fan Edition model. Although not much is known about this potential mid-range foldable, a recent report might have uncovered the chip that will power it.

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.

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Samsung Galaxy Z Flip FE processor details have leaked, suggesting that the device will come with an Exynos chip.