Samsung’s Galaxy S25 Edge had previously underwhelmed when benchmarked, with the Snapdragon 8 Elite seeming outdated, particularly in the multi-core domain. Initially, the sleek design of the flagship was thought to affect cooling, thus impacting the SoC’s performance. However, recent testing has proven otherwise, revealing that the Galaxy S25 Edge packs a punch akin to its siblings in the Samsung lineup.
The most recent results from Geekbench 6 show a dramatic 21.6% increase in multi-core performance, though there’s been a slight dip in single-core scores. Specifically, the S25 Edge, with the model number SM-S937B, achieved a multi-core score of 8,416, which vastly eclipses its previous performance. Conversely, the single-core score dropped to 2,806 from the earlier 3,005. This shift could be attributed to previous unoptimized benchmarking tools for the Snapdragon 8 Elite, which now reflects the chipset’s true capability.
Samsung’s choice of the overclocked Snapdragon 8 Elite version, featuring performance cores running at 4.47GHz, rather than the standard 4.32GHz, is noteworthy. Despite the temptation to opt for a cheaper or less powerful version of the SoC to match the slim profile of the S25 Edge, Samsung opted for no compromises, ensuring users get a true flagship experience.
In terms of other specifications, the Galaxy S25 Edge boasts a robust 12GB of RAM, setting this memory specification as a standard across all four models. The enhanced scores suggest that the release of this flagship model is imminent, with expectations pointing towards an unveiling in April. While these updated benchmarks bring considerable reassurance regarding the S25 Edge’s performance, future tests, particularly in challenging thermal conditions, will tell the full story. Stay tuned for further updates on this highly anticipated device.
