Galaxy S27 Production Reportedly Shifts to Pro and Ultra Models Amid Memory Shortage

Galaxy S27 production is reportedly being tilted towards the Pro and Ultra models, which are said to make up over 70% of the series output. According to rumours, the standard Galaxy S27 and the Galaxy S27+ would share the remaining 30%. Samsung has not confirmed this, and the plan could change before launch.

The reason is the ongoing memory chip shortage, which is pushing up component costs. Selling more high-margin phones is one way to limit the damage.

Galaxy S27 Production Plan – Quick Facts

What the Report Says About Galaxy S27 Pro and Ultra Volumes

The report says Samsung plans to build roughly 18 million Galaxy S27 Ultra units and 7–8 million units of the new Galaxy S27 Pro. Samsung typically sells around 35 million Galaxy S phones a year, according to SamMobile. On that basis, the two top models would come to about 25–26 million units, or roughly 71–74% of the total. That is our own arithmetic from the reported figures, not a number from the report.

For context, Android Authority notes that Samsung built around 18 million Galaxy S26 Ultra units, about half of that series’ output. The Ultra’s reported volume is therefore similar this time. The change is that the new Pro model joins it at the top of the range.

That leaves about 9–10 million units for the standard Galaxy S27 and the S27+ together. Samsung’s Galaxy S27 series is expected to launch in early 2027, per Android Authority.

Why the Memory Chip Shortage Matters

Memory makers have been moving capacity towards chips for AI data centres, which has tightened supply of the DRAM used in phones. Samsung’s own smartphone division is reportedly feeling the squeeze. Cheaper phones earn less per unit, so higher memory costs hurt them most.

By giving the Pro and Ultra the bulk of its scarce components, Samsung can protect its profit on each phone sold. Whether it will price the Galaxy S27 series the same as the Galaxy S26 series is not yet known.

Samsung Also Reportedly Trimming Galaxy A Production

This is not an isolated move. ETNews reported in late October 2026 that Samsung plans to cut Galaxy A series production by about 20% in the fourth quarter of 2026, compared with its earlier plan. An industry source put that at roughly 10 million fewer phones a year. A further cut of more than 10% was reportedly being considered for 2027, according to Android Central and TechRepublic. Samsung has not confirmed these figures.

What This Means for Users

• If you want a Galaxy S27 Pro or Ultra: supply should be healthier at launch, if the plan holds.
• If you prefer the standard S27 or S27+: expect fewer units. That could mean tighter stock and smaller discounts, though that is an inference, not something the report states.
• If you buy Galaxy A phones: fewer units could affect availability and pricing, though no model-level or India-specific details have been reported.
• If you are in India: Samsung has not announced Galaxy S27 India pricing or launch dates. Wait for official details before planning a purchase.

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Final Word on Galaxy S27 Production

If the report is accurate, Samsung is betting on premium buyers to offset higher memory costs. Treat the figures as plans, not facts, until Samsung says otherwise. For more phone coverage, see our Mobile News section.