Samsung is reportedly planning to use OLED display panels from BOE for at least some versions of its upcoming Galaxy S27 smartphone. This move represents a shift in the company's supply chain strategy as it seeks to reduce component costs.
Samsung plans to use cheaper BOE displays for base Galaxy S27 models while keeping Samsung Display as primary supplier
Supply chain reports indicate that BOE's OLED panels cost approximately five dollars less per unit compared to Samsung Display's offerings. The South Korean manufacturer intends to keep Samsung Display as its primary panel supplier while bringing in BOE as a secondary source for the standard Galaxy S27 models.
The base version of the Galaxy S27 might utilize an older set of OLED materials instead of the latest generation technology currently produced by Samsung Display. This approach allows the company to maintain performance standards for higher-tier devices while cutting expenses on entry-level variants.
Samsung has not officially confirmed these supply chain adjustments or provided specific details regarding the panel specifications. The company typically keeps manufacturing and component sourcing decisions private until closer to a product launch.
Source: GIZMOCHINA
