Samsung's Galaxy S25 Series: A Deep Dive into Pre-Orders and Pricing
Samsung unveiled its 2025 Galaxy S25 lineup at this year's Galaxy Unpacked event. The series includes three models: the Galaxy S25, S25+, and S25 Ultra. Pre-orders are open now, with shipping commencing February 7th.
Samsung's website offers the best online pre-order experience for unlocked Galaxy phones, providing bloatware-free devices and combining instant discounts, Samsung credit for future purchases, and attractive trade-in values. Amazon also offers a bonus gift card incentive, making their base storage models competitive. Those who pre-registered for Galaxy Unpacked receive an extra $50 Samsung credit and enhanced trade-in offers.
Samsung Galaxy S25
Discounts up to $50, Samsung credit up to $100, and trade-in discounts up to $500.
- 128GB: $799.99 at Samsung (with $100 Samsung Credit) $799.99 at Amazon (with $100 Amazon Gift Card)
- 256GB: $809.99 (6% off $859.99) at Samsung (with $50 Samsung Credit)
The Galaxy S25, the most budget-friendly in the series, features the Snapdragon 8 Elite octa-core processor, 12GB RAM, and a triple-lens camera system similar to the S24.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Quick Specs:
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Octa-Core Processor, 12GB RAM
- 6.2" 2340x1080 (FHD+) 120Hz AMOLED Display
- Aluminum and Glass Construction
- Triple Rear Cameras (50MP Main, 10MP 3X Telephoto, 12MP Ultrawide)
- UHD 8K (7680x4320) @ 30fps Video Recording
- 128-256GB Internal Storage
- 5G, Dual SIM Support
- USB Gen 3.2 Gen 1, Up to 25W Charging
- 4,000mAh Battery
- Galaxy AI
Samsung Galaxy S25+
Discounts up to $100, Samsung credit up to $150, and trade-in discounts up to $700.
- 256GB: $999.99 at Samsung (with $150 Samsung Credit) $999.99 at Amazon (with $100 Amazon Gift Card)
- 512GB: $1,019.99 (9% off $1,119.99) at Samsung (with $50 Samsung Credit)
The S25+ enhances the S25 with a larger 6.7" display, increased storage, a bigger battery, and faster charging.
Samsung Galaxy S25+ Quick Specs:
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Octa-Core Processor, 12GB RAM
- 6.7" 3120 x 1440 (Quad HD+) 120Hz AMOLED Display
- Aluminum and Glass Construction
- Triple Rear Cameras (50MP Main, 10MP 3X Telephoto, 12MP Ultrawide)
- UHD 8K (7680x4320) @ 30fps Video Recording
- 256GB-512GB Internal Storage
- 5G, Dual SIM Support
- USB Gen 3.2 Gen 1, Up to 45W Charging
- 4,900mAh Battery
- Galaxy AI
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
Discounts up to $240, Samsung credit up to $150, and trade-in discounts up to $700.
- 256GB: $1,299.99 at Samsung (with $150 Samsung Credit) $1,299.99 at Amazon (with $200 Amazon Gift Card)
- 512GB: $1,299.99 (8% off $1,419.99) at Samsung (with $130 Samsung Credit)
- 1TB: $1,419.99 (14% off $1,659.99) at Samsung (with $110 Samsung Credit)
The flagship S25 Ultra boasts top-tier hardware, a lighter body, Gorilla Armor 2 glass, an improved ultrawide lens, and 10-bit HDR video recording.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra Quick Specs:
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Octa-Core Processor, 12GB RAM
- 6.7" 3120 x 1440 (Quad HD+) 120Hz AMOLED Display with S-Pen Support
- Titanium and Gorilla Armor 2 Anti-Reflective Glass
- Four Rear Cameras (200MP Main, 10MP 3X Telephoto, 50MP 5X Telephoto, 50MP Ultrawide)
- 10-Bit HDR Video Recording Up to UHD 8K (7680x4320) @ 30fps
- 256GB-1TB Internal Storage
- 5G, Dual SIM Support
- USB Gen 3.2 Gen 1, Up to 45W Charging
- 5,000mAh Battery
- Galaxy AI
Potential S25 "Edge" Model and Galaxy AI
Samsung hinted at a slimmer "Edge" model, but details remain scarce. The integration of Galaxy AI is a key feature across the S25 series and is backward compatible with older models.
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