On May 13, Samsung Electronics launched the Galaxy S25 Edge, which adds another top-tier model to their premium phone series, blending an enhanced sleek appearance with advanced functionality.
Although this device shares the same fundamental features as the Galaxy S25 released in January, it distinguishes itself with a 19% slimmer profile and reduced weight, highlighting the brand’s dedication to extremely thin designs.
The Galaxy S25 Edge represents Samsung’s significant flagship release after a gap of five years since the introduction of the Galaxy Z Flip in 2020. The corporation unveiled this latest model during an online event hosted at 9 a.m., accessible via their official site and various digital channels.
Samsung characterized the device as “the thinnest while being the most potent and resilient phone within the lineage of the Galaxy S series,” emphasizing its impact on transforming market standards.
Over the past few years, smartphones have gradually become larger and heavier, fueled by the desire for extensive displays and enhanced functionalities.
Nevertheless, as significant performance improvements become increasingly difficult to attain and market expansion decelerates, companies such as Samsung and Apple are changing their approach. They are now focusing on providing top-tier features within sleeker and smaller form factors.
Samsung’s introduction of the S25 Edge is anticipated to spark a fresh surge in competition within the market for ultrathin smartphones. The company intends to launch a smaller version of the Galaxy Z Fold later this year. Additionally, rumors suggest that Apple may introduce an ultracompact device called the “iPhone 17 Air” in September.
With a thickness of only 5.8 millimeters and weighing 163 grams, the Galaxy S25 Edge stands as the thinnest and lightest device within the Galaxy S lineup so far.
When compared to the Galaxy S25 Ultra, which came out in January and has a thickness of 8.2 millimeters and a weight of 218 grams, the Edge is not only 2.4 millimeters slimmer but also 55 grams lighter. Additionally, even the regular S25 model, formerly the most compact variant in the series, is bulkier at 7.2 millimeters thick.
In order to attain this degree of slimness, Samsung’s engineering team completely revamped the smartphone’s internal structure. Essential elements like the camera, speakers, and vibration motors underwent redesigns to ensure they continued performing well even after being considerably downsized.
“A Samsung representative stated, ‘We redesigned the 200-megapixel high-performance lens module to accommodate the thinner frame,’” according to reports. The firm allegedly conducted numerous simulations throughout the redesign phase to ensure they met both the structural and performance objectives for the device.
To reduce the overall weight and enhance durability, new materials were incorporated. Additionally, Samsung rearranged the internal wiring to decrease unused space among parts, thereby maximizing the utilization of the confined interior area.
Controlling heat emerged as a key issue in minimizing the device’s size. To tackle this, Samsung fitted the S25 Edge with a vapor chamber that is both thinner and broader than the one utilized in the Galaxy S24, enhancing the efficiency of heat dispersion.
Roh Tae-moon, who leads Samsung’s mobile division, stated that the gadget exemplifies “an impeccable fusion of design and engineering expertise.”
Samsung highlighted that the S25 Edge maintains the high-end design of the S25 series while introducing additional levels of toughness. The front screen is safeguarded by Corning’s Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2, which is an advanced fortified glass engineered to withstand scratching and cracking in smartphones.
The device utilizes Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy chipset, which is also employed in the wider S25 series due to its high performance capabilities.
The rear of the S25 Edge houses a twin-camera setup, featuring a 200-megapixel primary wide-angle lens identical to the one found in the S25 Ultra, along with a 12-megapixel ultra-wide lens capable of capturing both expansive vistas and close-up macros. It’s worth noting that this model doesn’t come equipped with a telephoto lens like some other versions within the S25 series do.
The gadget is available in three colors: Titanium Silver, Titanium Jet Black, and Titanium Ice Blue. The pricing stands at 1,496,000 won ($1,058) for the 256GB variant and $1,159 for the 512GB edition. Pre-orders are open from May 14 to May 20, with retail sales starting on May 23.
As Samsung unveils the Galaxy S25 Edge, they aim to spearhead the next wave of smartphone design advancements while addressing the tepid performance typically seen in the second quarter—a usually quiet time for the market. By presenting this device as a link between their first-quarter flagship Galaxy S models and the third-quarter release of their folding phone lineup like the Galaxy Z series, Samsung seeks to sustain their forward trajectory and close an expected seasonal sales dip.