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Samsung Galaxy S25 FE
If there’s one thing I like about Samsung FE smartphones (which stands for “Fan Edition”), is that they always come with great features, at a more affordable price. And that is what you can expect from the new Samsung Galaxy S25 FE, that was released this month. They take all the best bits from the super expensive phones under the S25 series and pack them into a phone that’s way more wallet-friendly. It’s like getting the VIP experience without paying the VIP price. So what can you expect from this new smartphone? Let’s dive in and find out.
Overview
The Galaxy S25 FE is the latest addition to Samsung’s “Fan Edition” lineup. The whole idea behind these phones is to give you a taste of the flagship Galaxy S series experience—things like a great camera, a smooth display, and powerful performance—but at a more affordable price.
It’s the perfect smartphone for anyone who loves the Galaxy ecosystem but doesn’t need all the fancy bells and whistles of the absolute top-of-the-line models. For the new Galaxy S25 FE, released this month, there are a couple of upgrades you can expect but first let’s check out the specs.
Samsung Galaxy S25 FE Specs
New Features
Samsung has packed some awesome upgrades into the S25 FE this year.
1. Galaxy AI
The S25 FE is bringing many of the cool AI features from the S25 series to a wider audience. This includes things like Circle to Search with Google, which lets you circle anything on your screen to get search results, and generative photo editing.
2. Software Updates
This is a big one! The S25 FE launches with Android 16 and One UI 8 out of the box, and Samsung is promising seven generations of OS upgrades and seven years of security updates. That means this phone will be supported for a really, really long time.
3. Faster Charging
The S25 FE now supports 45W wired charging, which is a huge step up from previous FE models. This means that the S25 FE’s battery will charger faster, meaning a shorter amount of time to wait until full charge. There is no clear indication yet on the battery supporting wireless or reverse wireless charging. Oh, and there’s no charging adapter in the box which has become a norm for Samsung Galaxy phones.
Comparison to the S25 series
Alright, let’s see how the new S25 FE stacks up against the rest of the S25 family.
1. Versus Galaxy S25 Ultra
The S25 Ultra is still the top dog. It has a bigger and higher-resolution 6.9-inch display, a larger battery, a more advanced 4-lens camera system (including a 200MP main camera and a 50MP periscope telephoto lens with 5x optical zoom), a powerful Snapdragon processor, and offers up to 16GB of system memory. It’s for the person who wants the absolute best features, but comes at a very high price. The S25 FE is a great choice if you don’t need all the extra stuff, yet according to the specs it will lack slightly in performance, and comes with simple camera features. The S25 Ultra stands out with all the better features.
2. Versus Galaxy S25 Edge
The S25 Edge is all about its super-thin and lightweight design, making it the slimmest smartphone in the Galaxy S25 series. While it also has a large 6.7-inch QHD+ display and the same Snapdragon 8 Elite processor as the other flagships, its battery is smaller. The S25 FE, on the other hand, prioritizes a larger battery and a more traditional design, which gives it a longer-lasting charge. The S25 Edge also has a more powerful 200MP main camera, while the S25 FE has a 50MP main camera. So, it’s a trade-off between the S25 Edge’s sleek design and powerful camera versus the S25 FE’s battery and more budget-friendly price.
3. Versus Galaxy S25+
This one is a closer match. The S25 FE actually has the same 6.7-inch display, the same 50MP triple camera system and a similar 4900mAh battery capacity compared to the S25+. However, the S25+ has a higher-resolution, better quality QHD+ display, with a faster Snapdragon processor and better system memory. The S25 FE offers a similar experience for less money, making it a better alternative to the S25+.
4. Versus Galaxy S25
The base Galaxy S25 is a bit smaller, with a smaller 6.2-inch screen, and a smaller battery. But it excels in performance thanks to the 12GB of system memory and the Snapdragon 8 processor, which is one of the best right now. The S25 FE’s larger display and bigger battery are a definite plus if you prefer a bigger phone. At this point the performance cannot be compared to until review but with the 8GB system memory and the Exynos chipset, you can expect a slight decrease in performance. They both have a triple camera system with both having a 50MP main camera sensor. What stands with the new S25 FE is the bigger screen and the bigger battery. As for the price, the S25 is an older release so expect a cheaper price, compared to the S25 FE.
Final Thoughts
The Samsung Galaxy S25 FE is shaping up to be a fantastic smartphone. It brings a lot of the premium features from the S25 series at a more affordable offer. You’re getting a good quality display, a powerful processor, a versatile camera system, and a large battery with the expectation of a long battery life. Plus, with the new AI features and long-term software support, this phone is a great investment that will last you for years. If you’re due for a new phone and want a taste of the flagship life without the high cost, the S25 FE is definitely worth considering.
Thanks for checking out my article. Keep a look-out for the review of the Galaxy S25 FE smartphone. But before that, let’s hear from you. What do you think of the new S25 FE? Is it a smartphone you would consider? What smartphones are you waiting for this year? If you would like to share or have something to say, you are welcome to do so at the comments here below. That’s all from me. Stay safe until next time 😀
