In the ever-evolving world of smartphones, the anticipation around Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy S25 series is already making waves, even though its release is still months away. Reports suggest that Samsung’s new lineup might not measure up to the display excellence of Apple’s iPhone 16 Pro and Google’s Pixel 9 Pro. The reason? Samsung has apparently decided against using its latest M14 AMOLED panel for the Galaxy S25 series, which is likely to disappoint its fans aiming for the highest quality displays.
These cutting-edge M14 panels, lauded for being 20-30% more efficient and offering a 20% increase in longevity compared to the older M13, are already featured in Apple’s and Google’s flagship models. Users hoped to see this advancement in Samsung’s next releases, but that’s not the case. Due to strategic decisions to ensure cost-efficiency, the Galaxy S25, S25 Plus, and S25 Ultra will continue with the M13 panel seen in this year’s models.
The switch to the more costly Snapdragon 8 Elite processor, rather than Samsung’s homegrown Exynos 2500 – reportedly due to yield issues – has affected the budget allocations for the display upgrades. Despite this, some insiders maintain optimism. They predict that the Galaxy S25 Ultra will still boast notable improvements such as a brighter display, better color accuracy, and enhanced viewing angles when compared to previous models, even without a jump to M14 technology.
While the choice to retain the M13 might feel like a setback to some, it could still deliver an impressive viewing experience to users. As the pieces continue to fall into place for Samsung’s next big release, one thing is for certain: tech enthusiasts around the globe will be anxiously waiting to see how the company navigates these challenges to deliver innovation in its flagship series.
