The Samsung Galaxy S25 series has arrived, bringing new chipsets (Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite), thinner bezels, an updated software overlay (One UI 7), and a range of AI features. The base model, the S25, stands out as a refined, compact option in a market dominated by oversized phones. At first glance, it’s impressive—its smaller size feels excellent in hand, which makes it ideal for fans of compact devices.
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While there’s plenty to praise about the S25, we’ll save a detailed exploration for later. However, one notable drawback is the 25W charging cap for the base model, especially when the Ultra supports 45W charging. In a market where even budget phones offer faster charging, it’s time for Samsung to match expectations for its ultra-premium lineup.
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Here are some of its specifications:
Specification | Details |
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Dimensions | 146.9 x 70.5 x 7.2 mm; 162 g |
Build | Gorilla Glass Victus 2 (front/back), aluminum frame; IP68 dust/water resistant |
Display | 6.2″ Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, HDR10+, 2600 nits peak, 1080 x 2340 pixels (~416 ppi) |
Platform | Android 15, One UI 7; Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm); Octa-core CPU; Adreno 830 GPU |
Memory | 128GB/12GB RAM, 256GB/12GB RAM, 512GB/12GB RAM; UFS 4.0 |
Main Cameras | 50 MP (wide), 10 MP (3x telephoto), 12 MP (ultrawide) |
Selfie Camera | 12 MP, HDR10+; 4K@30/60fps |
Battery | 4000 mAh; 25W wired, 15W wireless, 4.5W reverse wireless |
Audio | Stereo speakers, no 3.5mm jack; 32-bit/384kHz audio, tuned by AKG |
Connectivity | Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, NFC, USB Type-C 3.2 |
Other Features | Under-display fingerprint, Samsung DeX, Always-on display |
Colours | Icy Blue, Mint, Navy, Silver Shadow |
Price
The 8+256 GB model will cost KES 116,200
The 8+128 GB model will cost KES 108,300