Samsung’s rumored Galaxy Z TriFold—the company’s ambitious three-fold smartphone—just got a major clue about its powerhouse. Buried in the code of Samsung’s latest One UI 8 beta, eagle-eyed developers uncovered references to the chipset destined for the revolutionary device, setting tech forums ablaze with speculation.
According to the software teardown, the TriFold’s model designation (SM-D940) appears alongside the identifier "Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy"—a custom variant of Qualcomm’s flagship silicon previously exclusive to Samsung’s Galaxy S24 series. This discovery, first reported by Android Authority, suggests Samsung is prioritizing raw performance for its most complex foldable yet. The chip’s tweaked CPU/GPU clocks would tackle the demands of a triple-display setup, multitasking across screens, and powering AI-driven features.
Industry insiders had debated whether Samsung might revert to its in-house Exynos chips for certain markets. However, One UI 8’s code hints at a unified global launch with Qualcomm’s silicon—a strategic move to avoid thermal throttling concerns on a device with unprecedented screen real estate. As GSM Arena notes, this aligns with Samsung’s shift toward Snapdragon-only flagships in 2025 after Exynos faced criticism for efficiency issues.
Why Snapdragon Makes Sense
The Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy boasts a 5nm+ architecture, 30% faster ray-tracing for gaming, and an AI engine capable of on-device LLM tasks—critical for the TriFold’s rumored "Flex AI" modes that adapt interfaces across folds. With a 7.2-inch inner display unfolding to a 10.5-inch tablet and a 4-inch outer cover screen, power efficiency is non-negotiable.
Pre-orders are expected to open in August, and early adopters are already eyeing accessories. For those planning their TriFold toolkit, Samsung’s official standing case with S-Pen slot is available for pre-reservation on Amazon.
Launch Timeline & Expectations
Samsung typically unveils its foldables in August, with the TriFold likely headlining Unpacked 2025. If the One UI 8 leaks hold, the device could redefine multitasking—think simultaneous video editing, messaging, and streaming across segmented displays. Pricing rumors suggest a $2,000+ starting tag, but for power users, a Snapdragon-driven trifold may justify the premium.
Stay tuned for more leaks as One UI 8’s beta rolls out globally next week.
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