Samsung is coming off a powerful yr and can start the brand new one with the launch of the brand new technology of Galaxy S telephones – the S-series is a pillar for the corporate and its members rank among the many best-selling Galaxy telephones.
The Galaxy S24 collection outsold the S23 collection by 28% in early 2024. The vanilla mannequin accounted for 27% of S24 models bought, shifting forward of the S24+. The S24 outsold its predecessor, the Galaxy S23, by round 8%.
Will the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S25 preserve that momentum and turn into much more standard? There are some key enhancements that may give it a lift. Nevertheless, lack of upgrades in some areas will hamper its potential. Here’s a have a look at every thing we (assume we) know in regards to the Galaxy S25.
Coming this January
There isn’t a official “save the date” from Samsung but, however reviews place the Galaxy S25 collection announcement on January 22 or 23 (a confusion doubtless attributable to time zone variations). It will lead into a brief pre-order interval ending on February 6/7 when open gross sales will start (two weeks is the same old pre-order window).
Snapdragon returns
There have been a number of leaks suggesting the S25 collection will use the brand new Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset globally. There are some reviews that say in any other case, however at this level there may be sufficient proof to consider that Samsung goes all-in on Snapdragon for the entire S25 collection, not simply the Extremely.
The small Galaxy S25 is getting one other improve – 12GB of RAM, lastly! It was the final of Samsung’s flagships caught on 8GB, even the Z Flip6 had 12GB.
Allegedly, the bottom storage will go as much as 256GB, although this isn’t 100% sure as there are many contradictory reviews. That is much less of a priority, since Samsung’s conventional pre-order gives embody a free storage improve. Additionally since Galaxy S25’s chief rivals – Pixel 9 Professional and iPhone 16 Professional – additionally begin at 128GB.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Geekbench end result
Seems to be frozen in time
CAD renders of the Galaxy S25 present the acquainted design that Samsung has used for the previous few years. The design of the digicam lenses is perhaps a bit completely different, however you’ll should level out what’s new to your folks in the event you don’t need them pondering that you’ve got a Galaxy S24.
Samsung Galaxy S25 (speculative renders)
Samsung has managed to shave off fractions of a millimeter right here and there: the Galaxy S25 will measure 146.9 x 70.4 x 7.2mm, in comparison with 147 x 70.6 x 7.6mm for the S24. That is partially due to slimmer bezels, however the distinction is perhaps too small to reliably detect with the bare eye.
In response to leaks, the Samsung Galaxy S25 (and S25+) shall be out there in these colours: Blue, Black, Coral Pink, Icy Blue, Mint, Navy, Pink Gold and Silver Shadow. Different leaks have solely shared a smaller colour palette: Silver, Shadow, Navy, Mint, Iceblue. Take into account that there shall be a number of Samsung.com unique colours, which may account for the distinction.
SIM trays for the Galaxy S25 present the completely different case colours
The case materials must be some model of Armor Aluminum.
Identical battery, magnets optionally available
The Samsung Galaxy S25 is anticipated to have a 4,000mAh battery with 25W wired and 15W wi-fi charging – the identical because the S24. This isn’t to say there gained’t be any upgrades, however they are going to be small. The S25 collection will help Qi2 charging, although with out straight implementing the Magnetic Energy Profile.
As an alternative, Samsung will launch Magnet Instances that may permit the cellphone to snap to chargers and (presumably) for magnetic equipment to snap to the cellphone.
Two third-party magnetic circumstances for the Galaxy S24
We’ve seen different Android makers elect to go this route too, as an alternative of embedding the magnets into the cellphone. Individuals who use their cellphone caseless will miss out. Plus, third-party case makers already promote magnet circumstances for older S-series telephones. This leaves the Prolonged Energy Profile as the one improve within the swap to Qi2, however in apply customers gained’t see any distinction.
No modifications to the display screen and cameras
This part shall be quick – the Samsung Galaxy S25 is anticipated to have the identical show because the S24 (6.2” FHD+ LTPO 120Hz), save for the thinner bezels we talked about above and maybe a brand new Gorilla Glass model.
The digicam division will preserve the 50MP primary, 10MP 3x telephoto and 12MP ultra-wide for one more yr. This has been successfully unchanged because the S22. The selfie digicam must be the identical too at 12MP.
One UI is getting a brand new look and extra AI
Samsung is among the strongest proponents of AI on cellular and house owners of current S-phones have been utilizing Galaxy AI without cost. The “free” half is perhaps coming to an finish this yr, a minimum of for older fashions. Nevertheless, Galaxy S25 patrons could get a free subscription to Gemini Superior.
Google’s high tier plan usually prices $20 a month, which incorporates entry to probably the most superior Gemini fashions and 2TB of Google Drive. This shall be a short-lived promo, nonetheless. S25 patrons will solely get three months without cost, whereas S25+ and S25 Extremely patrons will get six and twelve months, respectively.
The Galaxy S25 collection may even be the primary with secure One UI 7, which is able to incorporate a lot of AI options. Extra importantly, it is usually a serious overhaul of Samsung’s UI design.
Identical value
We haven’t heard from all markets, however leaked pricing information reveals that the Samsung Galaxy S25 will price the identical because the S24 did final yr. The leak particularly mentioned that the worth in Sweden would be the identical as final yr, so right here is how a lot the S24 collection price at launch (we have additionally included the euro pricing, which must also stay the identical). Observe that that is for the 128GB mannequin – we’re nonetheless undecided whether or not the “256GB base” rumors will show true.
Storage
Swedish value
German value
Samsung Galaxy S24
128GB
SEK 11,490
EUR 899
Samsung Galaxy S24+
256GB
SEK 14,490
EUR 1,149
Samsung Galaxy S24 Extremely
256GB
SEK 17,990
EUR 1,449
As common, this can be a abstract of leaks and rumors and should comprise errors – the one method we are going to discover out is reside throughout the Galaxy Unpacked occasion later this month.
