Samsung Galaxy S25 and S25 Ultra Smartphones Are Officially Released Today

Samsung's Galaxy S25 Series: A Deep Dive into the 2025 Lineup

Samsung unveiled its highly anticipated Galaxy S25 series at this year's Unpacked event, comprising three models: the Galaxy S25, S25+, and S25 Ultra. All are now available from Samsung and various retailers.

Pre-ordering unlocked models directly from Samsung offers advantages, including a bloatware-free experience and bundled savings, Samsung credit for future purchases, and attractive trade-in values. Amazon also provides competitive deals, including bonus gift cards. Those who pre-reserved a device benefit from extra Samsung credit and enhanced trade-in offers.

Samsung Galaxy S25

Discounts up to $50, up to $100 Amazon credit, and up to $500 trade-in value.

• 128GB: $799.99 (Samsung, includes $50 Samsung Credit); $799.99 (Amazon, includes $100 Amazon Gift Card)
• 256GB: $809.99 (Samsung, $50 off)

The entry-level S25 boasts a Snapdragon 8 Elite 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 Video Recording
• 128-256GB Storage
• 5G, Dual SIM
• Up to 25W Charging
• 4,000mAh Battery
• Galaxy AI

Samsung Galaxy S25+

Discounts up to $100, up to $100 Samsung Credit, and up to $700 trade-in value.

• 256GB: $999.99 (Samsung, includes $100 Samsung Credit); $999.99 (Amazon, includes $100 Amazon Gift Card)
• 512GB: $1,019.99 (Samsung, $100 off)

The S25+ enhances the S25 with a larger 6.7" display, increased storage, and a larger, faster-charging battery.

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 Video Recording
• 256GB-512GB Storage
• 5G, Dual SIM
• Up to 45W Charging
• 4,900mAh Battery
• Galaxy AI

Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra

Discounts up to $240, up to $200 Amazon credit, and up to $700 trade-in value.

• 256GB: $1,299.99 (Samsung, includes $100 Samsung Credit); $1,299.99 (Amazon, includes $200 Amazon Gift Card)
• 512GB: $1,299.99 (Samsung, $120 off, includes $80 Samsung Credit)
• 1TB: $1,419.99 (Samsung, $240 off, includes $60 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 Glass Construction
• Quad Rear Cameras (200MP Main, 10MP 3X Telephoto, 50MP 5X Telephoto, 50MP Ultrawide)
• 10-Bit HDR UHD 8K Video Recording
• 256GB-1TB Storage
• 5G, Dual SIM
• Up to 45W Charging
• 5,000mAh Battery
• Galaxy AI

Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra Review Excerpt (Mark Knapp): Praised for its versatility and power, but questioned if it represents Samsung's peak performance compared to competitors.

Potential Galaxy S25 Edge Model: Samsung teased a slimmer "Edge" model, but details remain scarce.

Samsung Galaxy AI: Samsung integrates its Galaxy AI, offering backward compatibility with older models, though newer models will leverage its capabilities more fully.

Previous Generation Success: The Galaxy S24 and S24+ were highly rated in IGN reviews.

This overview provides a comprehensive look at Samsung's latest flagship lineup. For more tech news, visit the IGN CES 2025 hub.