The Samsung Galaxy S25 is the compact flagship that anchors the 2025 Galaxy S lineup, sitting below the larger S25+ and the camera-focused S25 Ultra. Announced on January 22, 2025 and released in early February, it pairs a pocketable 6.2-inch frame with Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite silicon, making it one of the few small phones that refuses to compromise on raw power.
With a 162 g aluminum-and-glass body, an IP68 rating, and Samsung’s promise of seven major Android upgrades, the S25 is built to be a long-term companion. This article looks past the spec sheet to explain what the Galaxy S25 actually delivers in daily use, who it suits, and how it compares with the rest of its family and key rivals.
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology: | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G |
| 2G bands: | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| CDMA 800 / 1900 & TD-SCDMA | |
| 3G bands: | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| CDMA2000 1xEV-DO | |
| 4G bands: | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 32, 38, 39, 40, 41, 66 – International |
| 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 39, 40, 41, 48, 66, 71 – USA unlocked | |
| 5G bands: | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 26, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 75, 77, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6 – International |
| 1, 2, 5, 7, 25, 28, 41, 66, 71, 77, 78, 257, 258, 260, 261 SA/NSA/Sub6/mmWave – USA unlocked | |
| Speed: | HSPA, LTE (up to 7CA), 5G |
Launch
| Announced: | 2025, January 22 |
| Status: | Available. Released 2025, February 03 |
Body
| Dimensions: | 146.9 x 70.5 x 7.2 mm (5.78 x 2.78 x 0.28 in) |
| Weight: | 162 g (5.71 oz) |
| Build: | Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), aluminum frame |
| SIM: | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM + eSIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time) – INT Nano-SIM + eSIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time) – USA Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM – CN |
| IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) Armor aluminum 2 frame |
Display
| Type: | Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, 480Hz PWM, HDR10+, 2600 nits (peak) |
| Size: | 6.2 inches, 94.4 cm2 (~91.1% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution: | 1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~416 ppi density) |
| Protection: | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2, Mohs level 5 |
Platform
| OS: | Android 15, up to 7 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 |
| Chipset: | Qualcomm SM8750-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) |
| CPU: | Octa-core (2×4.47 GHz Oryon V2 Phoenix L + 6×3.53 GHz Oryon V2 Phoenix M) |
| GPU: | Adreno 830 (1200 MHz) |
Memory
| Card slot: | No |
| Internal: | 128GB 12GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM |
| UFS 4.0 |
Main Camera
| Triple: | 50 MP, f/1.8, 24mm (wide), 1/1.56″, 1.0µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS 10 MP, f/2.4, 67mm (telephoto), 1/3.94″, 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom 12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1/2.55″ 1.4µm, Super Steady video |
| Features: | Best Face, LED flash, auto-HDR, panorama |
| Video: | 8K@24/30fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, 10-bit HDR, HDR10+, stereo sound rec., gyro-EIS |
Selfie camera
| Single: | 12 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/3.2″, 1.12µm, dual pixel PDAF |
| Features: | HDR, HDR10+ |
| Video: | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30fps |
Sound
| Loudspeaker: | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 3.5mm jack: | No |
| 32-bit/384kHz audio Tuned by AKG |
Comms
| WLAN: | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth: | 5.4, A2DP, LE |
| Positioning: | GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, QZSS |
| NFC: | Yes |
| Radio: | No |
| USB: | USB Type-C 3.2, DisplayPort 1.2, OTG |
Features
| Sensors: | Fingerprint (under display, ultrasonic), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer |
| Samsung DeX, Samsung Wireless DeX (desktop experience support) Circle to Search |
Battery
| Type: | Li-Ion 4000 mAh |
| Charging: | 25W wired, PD3.0, 50% in 30 min 15W wireless (Qi2 Ready) 4.5W reverse wireless |
Misc
| Colors: | Icy Blue, Mint, Navy, Silver Shadow, Pink Gold, Coral Red, Blue Black |
| Models: | SM-S931B, SM-S931B/DS, SM-S931U, SM-S931U1, SM-S931W, SM-S931N, SM-S9310, SM-S931E, SM-S931E/DS |
| SAR: | 1.13 W/kg (head) 0.92 W/kg (body) |
| SAR EU: | 1.29 W/kg (head) 1.36 W/kg (body) |
| Price: | € 550.00 / $ 474.45 / £ 517.00 / ₹ 63,999 |
Our Tests
| Performance: | AnTuTu: 2193701 (v10) GeekBench: 10050 (v6) 3DMark: 6755 (Wild Life Extreme) |
| Display: | 1395 nits max brightness (measured) |
| Loudspeaker: | -26.1 LUFS (Good) |
| Battery: | Active use score 13:09h |
EU LABEL
| Energy: | Class B |
| Battery: | 37:16h endurance, 2000 cycles |
| Free fall: | Class A (270 falls) |
| Repairability: | Class C |
Price and Availability
The Samsung Galaxy S25 offers a compelling combination of features and performance. While the base price is around €550, the actual cost may vary depending on your location and retailer. Below, you’ll find the approximate price of the Samsung Galaxy S25 converted into various currencies. Please note that these are estimates based on recent exchange rates as of June 26, 2026 and may not reflect the exact price you’ll find at a retailer.
- United States: $625
- Japan: ¥101,117
- United Kingdom: £474
- Australia: A$905
- Canada: C$888
- Taiwan: NT$19,897
- Denmark: kr4.105
- Saudi Arabia: ﷼2,343
- South Korea: ₩963,704
- Germany: €550
- Brazil: R$3.242
- Vietnam: ₫16.410.082
- Kenya: KSh 80,991
- India: ₹58,973
- Indonesia: Rp 11.219.372
- Nigeria: ₦851,436
- Pakistan: ₨173,891
- Philippines: ₱38,313
- Bangladesh: ৳৭৬,৮৬৬
Why the Galaxy S25 Stands Out
The Galaxy S25’s biggest argument is that it offers genuine flagship internals in a body most rivals reserve for mid-range devices. Where many 2025 flagships push toward 6.7 inches and 200 g, the S25 stays at 6.2 inches and 162 g, giving one-handed users a true high-end option. Backed by an indicative launch price around the €550 / $474 / £517 / ₹63,999 mark, it positions itself as an accessible entry into the premium Galaxy S experience.
Design and Build Quality
Samsung wraps the S25 in Gorilla Glass Victus 2 on both faces with an Armor Aluminum 2 frame, and the IP68 rating means it survives immersion up to 1.5 m for 30 minutes. At 7.2 mm thick it feels slim without being fragile, and the broad palette of Icy Blue, Mint, Navy, Silver Shadow, Pink Gold, Coral Red, and Blue Black gives buyers more personality than the typical flagship offers. The EU repairability score of Class C is a reminder that, like most glass sandwich phones, serviceing is not its strong suit.
A Bright, Fluid Display
The 6.2-inch Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X panel runs at a 1-120Hz adaptive refresh rate with 480Hz PWM dimming and a quoted 2,600-nit peak. Independent testing measured around 1,395 nits in real use, which is plenty for sunny outdoor visibility. The 1080 x 2340 resolution yields roughly 416 ppi, and HDR10+ support plus the high screen-to-body ratio make this one of the best compact screens you can buy.
Performance and Software
The Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) with its octa-core Oryon V2 layout and Adreno 830 GPU puts the S25 firmly in flagship territory. Benchmark runs of roughly 2.19 million on AnTuTu, 10,050 in Geekbench 6, and 6,755 in 3DMark Wild Life Extreme confirm headroom for years of demanding apps and games. Every variant ships with 12GB of RAM and fast UFS 4.0 storage in 128GB, 256GB, or 512GB capacities, though there is no microSD slot. Android 15 with One UI 7 and up to seven OS upgrades, plus Galaxy AI features such as Circle to Search and Samsung DeX, round out a deep software package.
Camera System
The triple rear array leads with a 50MP f/1.8 wide with dual pixel PDAF and OIS, joined by a 10MP 3x telephoto and a 12MP ultrawide. It is the same proven hardware foundation Samsung has refined over several generations, and video tops out at 8K@30fps with 10-bit HDR and gyro-EIS for steady footage. The 12MP front camera handles 4K selfies. This is a versatile, consistent setup rather than a periscope-zoom specialist like the Ultra.
Battery and Charging
A 4,000 mAh Li-Ion cell is modest on paper, but the efficient 3 nm chipset delivers a solid 13-hour active-use score and a strong 37-hour endurance rating on the EU label, with 2,000 charge cycles. Charging is the weak point: 25W wired tops the phone to 50% in about 30 minutes, while 15W Qi2-ready wireless and 4.5W reverse wireless trail faster-charging Chinese rivals.
Connectivity
The S25 covers extensive 4G and 5G bands, including mmWave on US unlocked models, alongside Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, NFC, and USB-C 3.2 with DisplayPort output. Dual eSIM support and broad GNSS positioning make it travel-friendly, and the AKG-tuned stereo speakers measured a respectable -26.1 LUFS.
Who Should Buy the Galaxy S25
This phone is ideal for buyers who want a true flagship that fits comfortably in one hand and a pocket. If you value compactness, long software support, and reliable cameras over the largest battery or the longest zoom, the S25 is the sweet spot of the lineup. Power users who shoot a lot of telephoto or want the biggest screen should look at the S25 Ultra instead.
Conclusion
The Samsung Galaxy S25 proves that small phones do not have to mean small ambitions. It blends top-tier Snapdragon 8 Elite performance, a brilliant compact display, dependable cameras, and an industry-leading seven years of updates into a 162 g body. Its conservative 25W charging and lack of expandable storage are the main trade-offs. For anyone seeking a future-proof, one-handed flagship at a sensible price, the Galaxy S25 is an easy recommendation; choose the Ultra only if you specifically need a larger screen or advanced zoom.
References
- Samsung Galaxy S25 and S25+ Official Product Page – Primary manufacturer source for Galaxy S25 product facts, configurations, colors, pricing, and official feature/spec claims.
- Samsung Galaxy S25 128GB Unlocked Official Buy Page – Official Samsung listing for the standard Galaxy S25 variant, useful for checking model name, storage options, colors, and current availability/pricing.
- Samsung Newsroom (news.samsung.com) – Official Samsung launch announcements and press materials for the Galaxy S25 series, useful for release date, positioning, AI features, and specification table context.
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Mobile Platform (qualcomm.com) – Primary chipset maker source for Snapdragon 8 Elite platform details used to verify processor, connectivity, AI, GPU, and modem claims.
- Android Central Galaxy S25 Specs and Overview – Reputable technology publication with a consolidated Galaxy S25 specs table and availability context, useful as a secondary cross-check against official Samsung details.
