Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge Launched: Super Thin Design

Samsung unveiled the Galaxy S25 Edge at its May Unpacked event, introducing its latest flagship smartphone. While it shares many similarities with the earlier-released Galaxy S25, the Galaxy S25 Edge boasts a sleek, thinner design that truly sets it apart.

In terms of specifications, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge closely mirrors the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, featuring the same powerful Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset and a high-resolution 200MP camera. The standout feature is its slimmed-down chassis, now just 5.8mm thick compared to the 8.2mm of the Galaxy S25 Ultra. This thinner design also makes the phone lighter, weighing in at a mere 163g.

Despite its larger size, the Galaxy S25 Edge retains the same 6.7-inch AMOLED 2X display found in the standard Galaxy S25, which is slightly smaller than the 6.9-inch display of the Galaxy S25 Ultra.

Given its thin and large form factor, durability is a key concern for the Galaxy S25 Edge. Samsung addresses this by incorporating the new Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2, which is touted to be more durable than the Gorilla Glass Armor 2 used in the Galaxy S25 Ultra. However, the real test will be how well it withstands everyday use, such as being sat on while in a pocket. The question remains: is this enough to prevent a new "bendgate" scenario?

The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge also includes the "Mobile AI" suite of tools that were introduced with the Galaxy S24 and enhanced in 2025. Thanks to the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, much of the AI processing can be done locally on the device, enhancing privacy. However, many AI applications will still require cloud connectivity. Samsung offers innovative features like summarizing notifications and news articles, which can be particularly useful.

Preorders for the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge are now open, with the 256GB model starting at $1,099 and the 512GB model at $1,219. The phone is available in three stylish color options: Titanium Silver, Titanium Jet Black, and Titanium Icyblue.

Samsung is confident that the Galaxy S25 Edge's slim profile does not compromise its durability. Let's hope their claims hold true in real-world use.