If you’re looking for a tech gift for yourself or someone else, and particularly a new smartphone, Samsung’s budget Galaxy S25 is still going for $499, down from $649. That is the second-best price at Amazon and Best Buy.

This applies to the base model with 128 GB of storage, but the 256 GB option is also part of the sale. It currently retails for $559, or $150 off the usual $709. Both variants are available in Jet Black, Navy, White, and Icy Blue colorways.

Who is the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE for?

The Galaxy S25 FE (hands-on) is a fresh entry in Samsung’s Fan Edition range. It is a more affordable version of the standard Galaxy S25, trimming some premium features to lower the price. Even so, it remains one of the best budget flagships and is often considered a flagship killer thanks to its phenomenal value for money.

Samsung launched the Galaxy S25 FE in September. The device is a solid successor to last year’s Fan Edition, with a premium build similar to the pricier models. It is lighter and thinner than before, making it easy to hold with one hand. It also carries an IP68 rating for dust and water resistance, offering complete ingress protection.

Samsung Galaxy S25 FE smartphone displayed with a plant beside it.
Samsung’s Galaxy S25 is lighter and slimmer than before. It rated with an IP68 dust and water resistance. Image source: Timo Brauer / nextpit

The phone has a 6.7-inch AMOLED display with 1,900 nits of peak brightness. While not as bright as the Galaxy S25, it is still one of the best panels. A new 12 MP front-facing camera sits in a notch for clearer video calls. On the back, a familiar 50 MP shooter is paired with an 8 MP telephoto and a 12 MP ultrawide. This versatile setup delivers natural colors and sharp photos in daylight.

Inside, the new Exynos 2400 is a slightly faster version of last year’s Exynos 2400e. While it trails flagship mobile chips, it is capable of handling demanding games and keeps everyday tasks smooth and more than sufficient.

Samsung also increased the battery capacity to 4,900 mAh. The device offers solid battery life, lasting more than a day. Charging is faster too, now at 45 watts, refilling in under an hour. Wireless charging is also included, which is rare at this price range.

Overall, the Galaxy S25 FE is a competent flagship that will not burn your wallet. Are you planning to get one soon?

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