Samsung has officially launched the Galaxy S25 Edge, its thinnest flagship smartphone to date, boasting a sleek 5.85mm profile and the cutting-edge Snapdragon 8 Elite processor. The device, teased earlier this year at the Galaxy Unpacked Event, now enters the market as a direct rival to the upcoming iPhone 17 Air.
Galaxy S25 Edge: Ultra-Slim Design Meets Flagship Performance
The Galaxy S25 Edge redefines smartphone aesthetics with a thickness of just 5.85mm and a weight of 163 grams. This makes it thinner than the standard Galaxy S25 (7.2mm) and the iPhone 16 (7.8mm) — positioning Samsung at the forefront of the slim-phone trend.
Despite its ultra-slim form factor, the device maintains a premium 6.7-inch Quad HD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X display, featuring 120Hz refresh rate and protected by Corning’s new Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2.
Snapdragon 8 Elite and Pro-Grade Camera Setup
Under the hood, the Galaxy S25 Edge is powered by Qualcomm’s latest Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, ensuring top-tier performance across multitasking, gaming, and AI-enhanced tasks. It runs Samsung’s latest One UI version atop Android 15.
In the camera department, the S25 Edge carries a 200MP main sensor with Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) and 2x optical zoom, paired with a 12MP ultra-wide lens. A 12MP front camera handles selfies and video calling.
Battery and Charging: Slim Build Brings Compromise
To achieve its slim profile, the Galaxy S25 Edge houses a 3,900mAh battery, which is notably smaller than the 4,700mAh battery on the Galaxy S25. Charging remains capped at 25W wired fast charging, offering standard refueling speeds without wireless charging enhancements.
While the battery capacity may raise concerns for power users, Samsung is banking on software optimization and the energy efficiency of the Snapdragon 8 Elite chip to deliver all-day performance.
Galaxy S25 Edge: Key Specifications Overview
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Display: 6.7-inch Quad HD+ AMOLED 2X, 120Hz
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Processor: Snapdragon 8 Elite
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Camera: 200MP (main, OIS) + 12MP (ultra-wide), 12MP front
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Battery: 3,900mAh with 25W wired charging
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Thickness: 5.85mm
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Weight: 163g
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OS: Android 15 with One UI
With the Galaxy S25 Edge, Samsung aims to capture a premium audience looking for sleek, pocketable design without sacrificing flagship power. The phone is expected to be available globally later this month in select markets.
Bhupendra Singh Chundawat is a seasoned technology journalist with over 22 years of experience in the media industry. He specializes in covering the global technology landscape, with a deep focus on manufacturing trends and the geopolitical impact on tech companies. Currently serving as the Editor at Udaipur Kiran, his insights are shaped by decades of hands-on reporting and editorial leadership in the fast-evolving world of technology.