“The Galaxy A25 offers excellent value for money with its 120 Hz AMOLED display, OIS camera, and long-term software support.”
Publisher score: 85/100 · 33mo ago
$299 · Exynos 1280 · 1y 10m old
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Editor's Verdict
Let's be clear: the Samsung Galaxy A25 5G isn't trying to dethrone flagships, and at $299, it shouldn't be. What it *does* achieve is remarkable value for money, punching well above its weight class. You're getting a vibrant, buttery-smooth 120Hz AMOLED display that makes everything from scrolling social media to watching videos a genuine pleasure. Add to that a competent camera system, bolstered by optical image stabilization (OIS) – a feature rarely seen at this price point – and you've got a device that handles everyday photography with impressive results. Samsung's commitment to long-term software updates is also a significant win, ensuring this phone remains relevant and secure for years to come. If you're looking for a dependable, enjoyable smartphone experience without breaking the bank, the A25 5G is a smart choice.
This is the kind of device that makes the mid-range segment so compelling. Samsung has managed to pack in genuinely premium features – that excellent display, the OIS-equipped camera, and robust software support – into a package that won't drain your wallet. While the plastic build is an obvious concession to cost, it doesn't feel cheap, and the overall user experience is remarkably polished thanks to Samsung's One UI on top of Android. For anyone seeking a no-nonsense smartphone that delivers on the essentials and then some, the Galaxy A25 5G is a standout contender. Don't overthink it; this is a solid, well-rounded performer for the price.
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“The Galaxy A25 offers excellent value for money with its 120 Hz AMOLED display, OIS camera, and long-term software support.”
Notebookcheck · 85
Most cautious review signal
“It's hard to be terribly excited about the Galaxy A25 5G, as the design is disappointingly bland and plastic, and while the phone is not terribly slow, it's definitely not fast either.”
PhoneArena · 56
This meta-score blends 6 publisher scores with 4 assessed scores — real published reviews that didn’t print a number, which we rate 0–100 from the reviewer’s written verdict. Assessed reviews are labeled as such.
“The Galaxy A25 offers excellent value for money with its 120 Hz AMOLED display, OIS camera, and long-term software support.”
Publisher score: 85/100 · 33mo ago
“The Samsung Galaxy A25 5G is a solid budget phone with great display, cameras, and software support.”
Publisher score: 4.2/5 · 21mo ago
“The Samsung Galaxy A25 5G has a bright screen, excellent battery life, competent cameras, and capable Android software with long-term support for less than $300.”
Publisher score: 4/5 · 31mo ago
“The Galaxy A25 5G is another in a long line of very solid budget phones from Samsung that include surprisingly premium features, like the OLED display and three-camera array, for a low price.”
Publisher score: 8/10 · 31mo ago
“It is a solid Samsung device with all that entails for a reasonable price, and we are sure it will enjoy good popularity.”
Publisher score: 78/100 · 33mo ago
“Provided the drawbacks here aren't dealbreakers for you, the Galaxy A25 is easy to recommend.”
Publisher score: 78/100 · 32mo ago
“CNET is the world's leader in tech product reviews, news, prices, videos, forums, how-tos and more.”
Assessed from verdict: 74/100 · 4mo ago
“To that end, it both succeeds and comes up just a little short.”
Assessed from verdict: 72/100
“this phone is a slightly better version of the Samsung Galaxy A24 with a better display, 5G connectivity, and a free charger in the box”
Assessed from verdict: 60/100 · 33mo ago
“It's hard to be terribly excited about the Galaxy A25 5G, as the design is disappointingly bland and plastic, and while the phone is not terribly slow, it's definitely not fast either.”
Assessed from verdict: 56/100
Source page · 4mo ago
Samsung Galaxy A25 5G review: Better than budget
“At this point, Samsung's cheap phones can't get much more reliable”
Source page · 31mo ago
Samsung Galaxy A25 5G Review
“The Samsung Galaxy A25 5G has a bright screen, excellent battery life, competent cameras, and capable Android software with long-term support for less than $300.”
Source page · 31mo ago
Samsung Galaxy A25 5G review: Nearly nailed it
“Provided the drawbacks here aren't dealbreakers for you, the Galaxy A25 is easy to recommend.”
Source page · 32mo ago
Samsung Galaxy A25 5G smartphone review - Colorful, sustainable and really good! Is there a catch?
“The Samsung Galaxy A25 5G is a mid-range smartphone with OIS and long-term updates. Read our review to find out whether the reasonably-priced Galaxy A25 is worth buying.”
Source page · 32mo ago
Samsung Galaxy A25 review
“It is a solid Samsung device with all that entails for a reasonable price, and we are sure it will enjoy good popularity.”
Source page · 33mo ago
Samsung Galaxy A25 5G