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Samsung Galaxy S27 Cases Reveal Design Split for 2027 Flagships

Owen Carter 2 min read

Samsung Galaxy S27 cases reveal a major design split between standard and Pro/Ultra models, featuring new camera layouts and 2nm chips for early 2027.

Samsung Galaxy S27 series
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Samsung is preparing a significant design shift for its next flagship lineup, and the changes will likely affect how users hold and protect their devices. The Galaxy S27 series introduces a clear visual split between the standard models and the Pro and Ultra variants. Buyers should expect a new aesthetic language that moves away from the uniform camera bump design seen in recent years.

Case leaks and certification data show diverging camera layouts for the upcoming Samsung flagship lineup

The lineup consists of four distinct models: the Galaxy S27, S27+, S27 Pro, and S27 Ultra. All four have already appeared in GSMA certification listings under model numbers SM-S952B, SM-S956B, SM-S957B, and SM-S958B. Photos of protective cases shared by tipster Ice Universe confirm these four separate hardware designs. This certification activity suggests Samsung is finalizing the hardware for an imminent launch window.

  • Model Numbers: SM-S952B (S27), SM-S956B (S27+), SM-S957B (S27 Pro), SM-S958B (S27 Ultra)
  • Camera Layout (S27/S27+): Separate protruding camera cutouts
  • Camera Layout (S27 Pro/Ultra): Horizontal, large-matrix design placed toward the top
  • Processor: 2nm-process chips (Exynos 2700 or Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro)
  • Display Size (S27 Pro): 6.4"-6.6"

The standard S27 and S27+ models retain a familiar layout with separate protruding camera cutouts. In contrast, the S27 Pro and S27 Ultra will feature a horizontal, large-matrix camera design placed toward the top of the phone. Under the hood, the entire series is expected to run on 2nm-process chips. Depending on the region, these devices will use either Samsung’s Exynos 2700 or Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro.

Samsung may also introduce the S27 Pro as a new compact flagship option to bridge the gap between the standard and Ultra models. The S27 Pro is expected to feature a display size between 6.4 and 6.6 inches. Additional rumored features include support for Qi2 magnetic wireless charging and the potential use of BOE OLED panels. Leaks do not currently suggest notable improvements in sensor size, except for a potential 4x telephoto lens on the Ultra model.

The full Galaxy S27 lineup is expected to land in the first quarter of 2027, likely between January and February. We touched on Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra May Swap in our earlier Samsung coverage. These early leaks provide the first concrete look at the hardware direction for Samsung’s 2027 flagship cycle.

Source: GIZMOCHINA

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