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Galaxy S25

Specs, pricing context and the best linked comparisons and South African contract deals for Samsung Galaxy S25.

Released 07 Feb 2025 Base storage 128GB/256GB 12GB RAM Android 15 / One UI 7 5G, Wi-Fi 7
Samsung Galaxy S25

Price Snapshot

R12,249

Best contract from R499/month

Checked this week Checked 19 May 2026 05:16 View source

Comparisons

1

Deals

4

Best For

Where Galaxy S25 makes the most sense

Quick editorial callouts based on this device’s specs, price position and linked offers.

Best for camera versatility

Its 50MP + 12MP + 10MP rear setup suggests a stronger photography story than a simple dual-camera phone.

Best compact pick

The 6.2" size keeps it friendlier for one-handed use without dropping out of the premium tier.

Best for power users

The Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset puts it in the group of devices best suited to demanding apps and long-term flagship use.

Key Specs

Quick overview of the hardware that matters most.

Display Size
6.2"
Resolution
2340 x 1080
Processor
Snapdragon 8 Elite
RAM
12GB
Storage
128GB/256GB
Battery
4000mAh
Main Camera
50MP + 12MP + 10MP
Front Camera
12MP
Operating System
Android 15 / One UI 7
Connectivity
5G, Wi-Fi 7

Buy Advice

Better value: Buy outright

The cheapest outright price is R12,249 from Takealot, compared with R17,964 total on the best contract.

Best Outright

R12,249

Takealot

Best Contract Total

R17,964

R499/month for 36 months on Vodacom

This compares total spend only. Contract pricing includes the bundled plan, so it is not a pure device-only cost comparison.

Retail Prices

Current outright pricing from supported South African retailers.

Takealot

Samsung Galaxy S25 FE 5G 128GB Dual Sim - Navy

Storage 128GB
Checked 19 May 2026 05:16

R12,249

outright

Checked this week
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Most Recent Check

19 May 2026 05:16 R12,249
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18 May 05:16 R12,249
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07 May 05:15 R12,249
06 May 05:15 R11,798
05 May 16:33 R11,798
05 May 05:15 R12,249
04 May 05:15 R10,995
03 May 05:15 R10,998
02 May 05:15 R10,998
01 May 05:15 R10,998

Amazon.co.za

Amazon

Storage 256GB
Checked 19 May 2026 05:16

R14,985

outright

Checked this week
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Most Recent Check

19 May 2026 05:16 R14,985
Show price history
18 May 05:16 R14,999
17 May 05:16 R15,429
16 May 05:15 R15,472
15 May 05:15 R15,540
14 May 05:15 R15,543
11 May 05:15 R15,759
05 May 16:40 R15,839
04 May 05:15 R15,845
30 Apr 05:15 R15,865
29 Apr 05:15 R15,899
27 Apr 05:16 R15,941
26 Apr 05:15 R15,976
25 Apr 05:16 R15,978
24 Apr 05:15 R15,995
23 Apr 05:15 R16,399
22 Apr 05:15 R16,399
21 Apr 05:15 R16,399
20 Apr 05:16 R16,399
19 Apr 05:15 R16,399

Incredible Connection

Samsung Galaxy S25 256GB Navy

Storage 256GB
Checked 19 May 2026 05:16

R16,999

outright

Checked this week
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Most Recent Check

19 May 2026 05:16 R16,999
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18 May 05:16 R16,999
17 May 05:16 R16,999
16 May 05:15 R16,999
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04 May 05:15 R16,999
03 May 05:15 R16,999
02 May 05:15 R16,999
01 May 05:15 R16,999
30 Apr 05:15 R16,999
29 Apr 05:15 R16,999

Cellucity

Samsung Galaxy S25

Checked 19 May 2026 05:15

R18,499

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Most Recent Check

19 May 2026 05:15 R18,499
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18 May 05:15 R18,499
17 May 05:15 R18,499
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10 May 05:15 R18,499
09 May 05:15 R18,499
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07 May 05:15 R18,499
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03 May 05:15 R18,499
02 May 05:15 R18,499
01 May 05:15 R18,499
30 Apr 05:15 R18,499
28 Apr 05:15 R18,499

Best Deals

Linked network offers for this device.

VODACOM

Samsung Galaxy S25 on Vodacom

Verified this week Data TBC • 36 months

R499

per month

Deal details Apply on Vodacom

TELKOM

Samsung Galaxy S25 on Telkom FlexOn 2

Verified this week 2GB • 36 months

R569

per month

Deal details Apply on Telkom

TELKOM

Samsung Galaxy S25 on Telkom FlexOn 2

Verified this week 2GB • 36 months

R738

per month

Deal details Apply on Telkom

TELKOM

Samsung Galaxy S25 on Telkom FlexOn 2

Verified this week 2GB • 36 months

R799

per month

Deal details Apply on Telkom

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