Samsung's Galaxy Unpacked event unveiled the 2025 Galaxy S25 lineup: the S25, S25+, and S25 Ultra. All three are now available from Samsung and other retailers.
Pre-ordering unlocked Galaxy phones directly from Samsung offers benefits like bloatware-free devices, instant savings, Samsung credit for future purchases, and generous trade-in values. Amazon also provides bonus gift card deals. Those who pre-reserved their phone receive an extra $50 Samsung credit and increased trade-in values.
Samsung Galaxy S25
Up to $50 off, up to $100 Amazon credit, and up to $500 off with trade-in.
Bonus $50 Samsung Credit
Samsung Galaxy S25 Unlocked (128GB): $799.99 at Samsung
Bonus $100 Amazon Gift Card
Samsung Galaxy S25 Unlocked (128GB): $799.99 at Amazon
Samsung Galaxy S25 Unlocked (256GB): $859.99 (save 6%, $809.99) at Samsung
The Galaxy S25, Samsung's most affordable option, starts at $799.99 (128GB) with $50 Samsung credit. It features the Snapdragon 8 Elite octa-core processor, 12GB RAM, and a triple-lens camera system.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Quick Specs
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Octa-Core Processor with 12GB RAM
- 6.2" 2340x1080 (FHD+) 120Hz AMOLED Display
- Aluminum and Glass Construction
- Three Rear Cameras (50MP Main, 10MP 3X Telephoto, 12MP Ultrawide)
- Video Recording Up to UHD 8K (7680x4320) @ 30fps
- 128-256GB Internal Storage
- 5G Compatibility and Dual SIM Support
- USB Gen 3.2 Gen 1 with Up to 25W Charging Rate
- 4,000mAh Battery
- Galaxy AI Built-In
Samsung Galaxy S25+
Up to $100 off, up to $100 Samsung credit, and up to $700 off with trade-in.
Bonus $100 Samsung Credit
Samsung Galaxy S25+ Unlocked (256GB): $999.99 at Samsung
Bonus $100 Amazon Gift Card
Samsung Galaxy S25+ Unlocked (256GB): $999.99 at Amazon
Samsung Galaxy S25+ Unlocked (512GB): $1,119.99 (save 9%, $1,019.99) at Samsung
The S25+ boasts a larger 6.7" display, increased storage, and a larger battery with faster charging than the S25.
Samsung Galaxy S25+ Quick Specs
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Octa-Core Processor with 12GB RAM
- 6.7" 3120 x 1440 (Quad HD+) 120Hz AMOLED Display
- Aluminum and Glass Construction
- Three Rear Cameras (50MP Main, 10MP 3X Telephoto, 12MP Ultrawide)
- Video Recording Up to UHD 8K (7680x4320) @ 30fps
- 256GB-512GB Internal Storage
- 5G Compatibility and Dual SIM Support
- USB Gen 3.2 Gen 1 with Up to 45W Charging Rate
- 4,900mAh Battery
- Galaxy AI Built-In
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
Up to $240 off, up to $200 Amazon credit, and up to $700 off with trade-in.
Bonus $100 Samsung Credit
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra Unlocked (256GB): $1,299.99 at Samsung
Bonus $200 Amazon Gift Card
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra Unlocked (256GB): $1,299.99 at Amazon
Bonus $80 Samsung Credit
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra Unlocked (512GB): $1,419.99 (save 8%, $1,299.99) at Samsung
Bonus $60 Samsung Credit
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra Unlocked (1TB): $1,659.99 (save 14%, $1,419.99) at Samsung
The flagship S25 Ultra features top-tier hardware, including a lighter body, Gorilla Armor 2 glass, a sharper ultrawide lens, and 10-bit HDR video recording.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra Quick Specs
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Octa-Core Processor with 12GB RAM
- 6.7" 3120 x 1440 (Quad HD+) 120Hz AMOLED Display with S-Pen Support
- Titanium and New Gorilla Armor 2 Anti-Reflective Glass Construction
- 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 Compatibility and Dual SIM Support
- USB Gen 3.2 Gen 1 with Up to 45W Charging Rate
- 5,000mAh Battery
- Galaxy AI Built-In
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra Review by Mark Knapp
"The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is incredibly versatile, elegant, and powerful. However, despite its impressive specs and high price point, it falls short of near-perfection in some areas, particularly in display and sustained performance compared to competitors."
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