May 27 2025 – According to a report from South Korean media outlet SEDaily released earlier today, Samsung Electronics’ semiconductor division, known as the Device Solutions (DS) sector, is currently finalizing its evaluation of a proposed restructuring plan for its System LSI business operations. A final decision on the matter is expected to be made in the near future.
The System LSI business, a key segment within Samsung’s semiconductor portfolio, is primarily responsible for chip design. Among its core responsibilities is the development of Exynos mobile SoCs tailored for the MX branch, Samsung’s mobile division.
However, in recent years, the Exynos 2×00 application processors (APs) have seen a significant decline in their adoption rate within Samsung’s flagship Galaxy S/Z series smartphones. This downturn has not only impacted the profitability of the MX division but has also contributed to losses in both the System LSI business and the associated foundry operations.
In light of these challenges, Samsung is contemplating a reorganization of its System LSI business structure. Industry observers widely anticipate that the System LSI business could potentially be merged with either the downstream MX division or the upstream foundry operations within Samsung’s supply chain. Such a move is seen as a strategic effort to maximize synergies and streamline operations across the semiconductor ecosystem.
