Samsung Galaxy S25, S25 Ultra Officially Launched Today

At this year's Samsung Galaxy Unpacked event, the tech giant unveiled its highly anticipated 2025 lineup of Galaxy S25 smartphones. The series includes three variants: the Galaxy S25, Galaxy S25+, and Galaxy S25 Ultra, all of which are now officially released and available for shipping from Samsung and various retailers.

For those looking to preorder an unlocked Galaxy phone, Samsung's direct sales channel offers the best deals online. You'll benefit from phones free of bloatware, along with instant savings, bonus Samsung credit for future purchases, and generous trade-in values. Meanwhile, Amazon is sweetening the deal with its own bonus gift card offers.

If you reserved your device before the Galaxy Unpacked event, you're in for a treat. You can claim an additional $50 Samsung credit and enjoy enhanced trade-in values.

Samsung Galaxy S25

***Up to $50 off discounts, up to $100 in Amazon credit, and up to $500 off with trade-in***

Bonus $50 in 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 is the most budget-friendly model in the series. Priced at $799.99 for the 128GB model, it comes with a bonus $50 in Samsung credit. It boasts the latest Snapdragon 8 Elite octa-core processor and 12GB of RAM, matching the specs of its higher-end counterparts, and features a triple-lens camera system inherited from the S24.

Samsung Galaxy S25 Quick Specs

• Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Octa-Core Processor with 12GB of 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 of 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 discounts, up to $100 in Samsung credit, and up to $700 off with trade-in***

Bonus $100 in 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 Galaxy S25+ offers a premium experience within the S25 lineup. The 256GB model is listed at $999.99 and includes a $100 Samsung credit. It features the same Snapdragon 8 Elite processor and 12GB of RAM as the S25, but with a larger 6.7" display, increased internal storage, and a larger battery with faster charging capabilities.

Samsung Galaxy S25+ Quick Specs

• Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Octa-Core Processor with 12GB of 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 of 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 discounts, up to $200 in Amazon credit, and up to $700 off with trade-in***

Bonus $100 in 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 in Samsung Credit

### Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra Unlocked (512GB)

$1,419.99 save 8% $1,299.99 at Samsung

Bonus $60 in Samsung Credit

### Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra Unlocked (1TB)

$1,659.99 save 14% $1,419.99 at Samsung

The Galaxy S25 Ultra stands as Samsung's flagship model. The 256GB variant is priced at $1,299.99 with a $100 Samsung credit, the 512GB model is on sale for $1,299.99 with a $120 discount and $80 Samsung credit, and the 1TB model is available for $1,419.99 with a $240 discount and $60 Samsung credit. This top-tier phone features advanced hardware, a lighter body, new Gorilla Armor 2 display glass with enhanced anti-reflective coating, a sharper ultrawide lens, and 10-bit HDR video recording capabilities.

Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra Quick Specs

• Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Octa-Core Processor with 12GB of 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 with 256GB-1TB of 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 an incredibly versatile, elegant, and powerful phone. It should stand out as the best Samsung has to offer, but after years of iteration on this device and a price tag that sets it certainly above many of its competitors (except Apple), the Galaxy S25 Ultra frequently had me asking, 'is this the best Samsung can do?' Samsung's displays, once the best, now have little to stand out from the many excellent competitors. The phone's performance may top the charts briefly, but quickly sinks below the competition in sustained usage. And even the technically impressive cameras fail to offer the character that might make them lovable. Samsung really needed near-perfection this year, and all it delivered was greatness."

A Samsung Galaxy S25 "Edge" May Be Coming Later

During the Galaxy Unpacked presentation, Samsung teased a potential slimmer "Edge" smartphone. However, no further details were provided beyond a brief glimpse, leaving us uncertain about its place in the Galaxy S25 lineup and its release date.

Samsung Galaxy AI

Samsung is embracing the AI trend highlighted at CES 2025 with its Galaxy AI algorithm. While AI integration in smartphones is still developing, Samsung promises that its utility will improve with future updates. Unlike Apple, you won't need to upgrade to a 2025 model to use Galaxy AI, as many features are or will be compatible with older models, though newer models will handle more demanding features better.

The Samsung Galaxy S24 Was the Best Phone of 2024

The Galaxy S24 Ultra was our top pick for the best Android phone of 2024. In our review, Jacqueline Thomas praised its titanium chassis and powerful processor, noting its durability and gaming prowess. The Galaxy S24 Plus also received high marks, with Mark Knapp highlighting its speed and durability, despite its high price, and the inclusion of various AI tools.

For more on the latest tech announcements, visit our CES 2025 hub, where you can find details on Nvidia's new graphics cards, Lenovo's latest handhelds, and other gaming tech highlights.

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