The Samsung Galaxy S24 FE was launched in India and global markets last month, and rumors about its successor, the Galaxy S25 FE, have already started circulating online. According to reports shared by a tipster, Samsung may equip the Galaxy S25 FE with MediaTek’s latest flagship chipset next year, instead of using its in-house Exynos processor. Additionally, a South Korean publication has suggested that Samsung is considering developing the Galaxy S25 FE with a slimmer design but with a larger battery.
Samsung Considering a Slim Galaxy S25 FE Model
According to The Elec, Samsung is reportedly exploring the development of the Galaxy S25 FE as a slim smartphone. This model will likely differ from the upcoming Galaxy S25, Galaxy S25+, and Galaxy S25 Ultra, which are expected to launch in early 2025. The Galaxy S25 FE, on the other hand, may not debut until Q3 2025.
The slim version of the Galaxy S25 FE is expected to feature a 6.7-inch screen, similar to the current Galaxy S24 FE model. To achieve a slim form factor, Samsung could potentially increase the battery’s surface area while reducing its thickness. This design approach would allow for a larger battery without compromising the phone’s slim profile.
Samsung isn’t the only company working on slimmer flagship smartphones. Reports suggest that Apple is also working on a slim model, possibly called the iPhone 17 Air or iPhone 17 Slim, which could be part of the iPhone 17 series launching next year.
Galaxy S25 FE Tipped to Feature MediaTek Dimensity 9400 Chipset
Tipster @jukanlosreve shared on X (formerly Twitter) that Samsung had previously been negotiating with MediaTek to include the chipmaker’s Dimensity 9400 chipset in the Galaxy S25 series. However, the discussions have reportedly shifted to using the Dimensity 9400 in the Galaxy S25 FE instead.
According to the tipster, the Samsung Galaxy S25, Galaxy S25+, and Galaxy S25 Ultra will feature the upcoming Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 chipset, which is yet to be announced by Qualcomm. Meanwhile, the Galaxy S25 FE could be powered by MediaTek’s Dimensity 9400 chipset. This would mark a departure from the Galaxy S24 FE, which was equipped with Samsung’s in-house Exynos 2400e processor.
While these rumors suggest that Samsung may not use the Exynos chipset in its S-series phones next year, it’s important to note that the Galaxy S25 series is expected to launch in early 2025, while the Galaxy S25 FE may arrive later in the year. Until Samsung confirms these details, it’s best to treat this information with caution.
Conclusion
The Samsung Galaxy S25 FE could bring significant changes, with a slimmer design and the possibility of being powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 9400 chipset. However, the final details will only be confirmed closer to the release date, which is expected in Q3 2025. Keep an eye on further updates as Samsung continues to develop its next-generation smartphones.
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.
