Samsung unveiled the Galaxy S25 Edge on 13 May 2025 during its May Unpacked event, introducing a device that measures 5.8mm in thickness & weighs 163 grams, making it the slimmest in the S25 series. The phone has garnered attention for its design & specifications, but as I write from Japan, I’m opting to wait on this model—& the entire S25 lineup—due to personal preferences & regional market factors.
The Galaxy S25 Edge features a 6.7-inch QHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X LTPO display with a 120Hz refresh rate, protected by Corning Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2, which can endure drops from 3.3 feet onto concrete (NotebookCheck.net, 11 May 2025). It’s equipped with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite processor, 12GB of LPDDR5x RAM, & storage options of 256GB or 512GB (UFS 4.0). The camera setup includes a 200MP main sensor with optical image stabilisation & 2x optical zoom, alongside a 12MP ultra-wide lens & a 12MP front camera. Running Android 15 with One UI 7, the device supports connectivity options such as WiFi 7 & Bluetooth 5.4, housed in a titanium frame with an IP68 rating.
Here’s how the S25 Edge compares to the rest of the S25 series:
| Feature | Galaxy S25 | Galaxy S25+ | Galaxy S25 Ultra | Galaxy S25 Edge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.2″ QHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz | 6.7″ QHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz | 6.9″ QHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz | 6.7″ QHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X LTPO, 120Hz |
| Display Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass (unspecified) | Corning Gorilla Glass (unspecified) | Corning Gorilla Armour 2 | Corning Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2 (front), Victus 2 (back) |
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite |
| RAM | 12GB LPDDR5x | 12GB LPDDR5x | 12GB (16GB in select markets) | 12GB LPDDR5x |
| Storage Options | 256GB, 512GB (UFS 4.0) | 256GB, 512GB (UFS 4.0) | 256GB, 512GB, 1TB (UFS 4.0) | 256GB, 512GB (UFS 4.0) |
| Operating System | Android 15, One UI 7 | Android 15, One UI 7 | Android 15, One UI 7 | Android 15, One UI 7 |
| Rear Camera | 50MP (main), 12MP (ultra-wide), 10MP (telephoto, 3x zoom) | Same as S25 | 200MP (main), 50MP (ultra-wide), 10MP (3x telephoto), 50MP (5x periscope telephoto) | 200MP (main, OIS, 2x optical zoom), 12MP (ultra-wide) |
| Front Camera | 12MP | 12MP | 12MP | 12MP |
| Battery Capacity | 4000mAh | 4700mAh | 5000mAh | 3900mAh |
| Wired Charging | 25W | 45W | 45W | 25W |
| Wireless Charging | 15W | 15W | 15W | Supported (15W) |
| Thickness | 7.2mm | 7.2mm | 8.22mm | 5.8mm |
| Weight | 162g | 190g | 218g | 163g |
| Frame Material | Aluminium | Aluminium | Titanium | Titanium |
| IP Rating | IP68 | IP68 | IP68 | IP68 |
| Additional Features | – | – | S Pen support | Ultrasonic in-display fingerprint scanner, Bluetooth 5.4, WiFi 7/6/5, dual stereo speakers |
| Price (USD) | $800 | $1,000 | $1,300 | $1,099 |
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The S25 Edge, priced at $1,099, comes in Titanium Jetblack, Titanium Silver, & Titanium Icyblue. Its 3900mAh battery & 25W charging have sparked debate, with some reports indicating similar capacities in the S25 series often require midday charging (9to5Google, 2025). The device aligns with the trend of ultra-thin smartphones, competing with models like the upcoming iPhone 17 ‘Air.’ However, I’m not proceeding with a purchase. As with the base S25, which I also skipped, I’m awaiting news of the Galaxy Z Flip 7, expected around July or August 2025—roughly two months away. Rumours suggest the Flip 7 may feature a Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset (or possibly an Exynos 2500), a 4-inch cover display, & a 4300mAh battery. As someone interested in foldables, I’m keen to see how Samsung progresses its flip phone range, especially after the Z Flip 6’s recognition for camera performance amongst foldables.
Being in Japan is another factor. Unlike in the U.S., where the S25 Edge has launched, there’s no news of its release here, with all official social media quietly ignoring the news, as is the norm. Samsung’s Japanese launches typically trail the West by several months, a curious delay given Japan’s proximity to Samsung’s Korean headquarters in Suwon. This lag, often linked to Apple’s dominance (46-49% market share, per NCESC.com) in the Japan market, suggests I may not see the S25 Edge until late summer or early autumn. This delay, combined with my greater interest in the Z Flip 7, makes waiting a more practical choice.
The Galaxy S25 Edge offers a slim design & modern specifications for those seeking such a device. For me, however, the prospect of Samsung’s next foldable & Japan’s market dynamics mean I’ll hold off for now.
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