Samsung devices may not stay at current prices for much longer, if recent industry chatter is anything to go by. Reports suggest the company is preparing to raise prices across parts of its smartphone, tablet, and laptop lineup, largely due to rising component costs. Memory prices, in particular, are under pressure as demand from the AI sector continues to surge.
The rapid expansion of generative AI has driven huge demand for high-bandwidth memory (HBM) used in data centres and AI accelerators. That, in turn, has pushed up prices for more conventional memory chips as well. With supply struggling to keep pace, manufacturers are facing higher bills for RAM-heavy products such as phones, tablets, and laptops.
Memory isn’t the only area seeing cost increases. OLED display panels and advanced camera modules have also become more expensive, while labor costs and marketing spend are rising as competition intensifies. Brands with thinner margins, especially in the mid-range segment, are increasingly passing those costs on to buyers.
In India, Samsung is reportedly considering price hikes of up to ₹2,000 on some Galaxy A-series models. Looking ahead, the Galaxy S26 lineup is also expected to launch at higher prices than the current S25 series. Analysts suggest the broader memory supply situation may not fully ease until closer to 2027.
For now, many current Samsung products are still being sold at discounted prices, particularly during ongoing seasonal sales. Models such as the Galaxy Z Fold 7, Galaxy S25 Ultra, Galaxy Watch 8, and Samsung’s OLED TVs are seeing temporary price cuts across several markets.
If the reports hold up, Galaxy fans weighing an upgrade may find the current prices easier to stomach than what comes next.
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