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SamsungReleased in 2025

Samsung Galaxy S25: new or refurbished

Samsung's compact flagship: Snapdragon 8 Elite, 12 GB of RAM, 3x zoom and seven years of promised updates. One of the best Android phones you can buy new.

New or refurbished?

Our pick: buy it new. It's a current model with many years of updates ahead.

New

launched at £799

Sealed, with receipt and manufacturer warranty

Refurbished

from £465

Save approx. 42%

Approximate prices: the new price is the UK launch price and the refurbished one is an example. Check the current price in each shop. Affiliate links: we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

Who is it for?

For anyone who wants a powerful, compact Android phone that stays up to date for many years.

Key specs

Display
6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120 Hz
Chip
Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy
Memory
12 GB
Rear cameras
50 MP main + 12 MP ultra wide + 10 MP 3x telephoto
Battery
4,000 mAh
Extras
7 years of updates promised by Samsung, IP68, Galaxy AI
Storage options
128 GB · 256 GB

Pros and cons

The best

  • Very powerful and efficient
  • 7 years of updates
  • Compact with 3x zoom

Worth knowing

  • Battery tight under heavy use
  • Only 25 W charging

Refurbished grades, explained

The grade only describes how the outside looks. In every case the device should work perfectly.

  • Fair

    Visible signs of use (scratches or small dents) on the body and sometimes the screen. Works 100%.

    e.g. £465

  • Good

    Light marks only visible up close. The most common balance between price and looks.

    e.g. £500

  • Excellent

    Practically no marks to the naked eye. The closest look to new.

    e.g. £535

Example prices, not live. The real price depends on the seller, storage and timing.

Before you buy, check this

  • Battery health

    Check the guaranteed minimum and whether a new battery is an option.

  • Warranty

    Check how long the warranty lasts on each listing and what it covers.

  • Seller

    Look at the refurbisher's rating and their returns policy.

Recommended accessories

Many refurbished devices arrive without a case or charger. These are the basics we recommend.

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