The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge lands at $699.99 and makes a compelling case as an affordable flagship. You’re getting a premium 6.7-inch OLED display with a silky 120 Hz refresh rate and outstanding peak brightness that hit up to 2,875 nits (cd/m²) in testing, making outdoor visibility a non-issue. Performance is equally impressive thanks to the Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy, a top-tier chip that goes toe-to-toe with the silicon in Apple’s latest high-end phones. Battery life is a standout, too, with more than 25 hours of HD video playback reported—great news for travelers, streamers, and power users.
One of the S25 Edge’s biggest draws is its size and weight. At 75.8 mm x 158.4 mm x 5.85 mm and just 163 grams, it’s slim, pocket-friendly, and even lighter than the iPhone Air at 165 grams, despite packing a larger battery. Samsung still finds room for stereo speakers and a dual rear camera system, pairing a 200 MP wide camera with a 12 MP ultrawide. By comparison, the Air features a single rear camera and only one speaker at the earpiece, giving the S25 Edge the multimedia edge for both sound and flexibility in photography.
There are a few trade-offs to note. Wireless charging tops out at 15 W, which is slower than the Air’s 20 W. The S25 Edge also skips a dedicated telephoto lens found on other S25 models, so zoom photography isn’t its strongest suit. And like many OLED phones, users sensitive to PWM dimming may notice flicker at lower brightness levels.
Key highlights
– Price: $699.99, undercutting rival flagships by roughly $300
– Display: 6.7-inch OLED, 120 Hz, up to 2,875 nits (cd/m²) peak brightness
– Chipset: Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy with flagship-level performance
– Battery: Over 25 hours of HD video playback in testing
– Design: 75.8 x 158.4 x 5.85 mm, 163 g, remarkably thin and light
– Audio: Stereo speakers for fuller sound
– Cameras: 200 MP wide + 12 MP ultrawide; no telephoto lens
– Charging: 15 W wireless (slower than some competitors)
If you want a thin-and-light Android phone with a brilliant 120 Hz display, strong battery life, and serious processing power, the Galaxy S25 Edge delivers a lot for the money. It’s an easy recommendation for shoppers who value display quality, speed, and everyday camera versatility without paying premium-flagship prices. It’s available now for $699.99 from major retailers and online stores.
