Samsung’s Galaxy S25 FE is the most affordable gateway into the S25 family, but don’t mistake “Fan Edition” for watered‑down. This device brings the full Galaxy AI suite to a wider audience, including the same AI camera smarts you’ll find on the Ultra.
Design & Display
The 6.7‑inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display (120Hz, 1,900 nits peak brightness) is bright, fluid, and immersive. The matte haze finish and Armor Aluminum frame give it a premium feel, while IP68 water resistance ensures durability.
Performance & Galaxy AI
Powered by the Exynos 2400 (with a beefy NPU for AI tasks) and 8GB RAM, the S25 FE runs One UI 8 with Galaxy AI baked in. That means you get:
- Gemini Live: real‑time multimodal assistance that can “see” what’s on your screen or camera and answer contextual questions.
- Circle to Search: circle anything on screen and instantly get Google results.
- Note Assist & Call Assist: summarise notes, translate calls live, and streamline daily tasks.
AI Camera Features – The Star of the Show
Samsung’s ProVisual Engine is where the S25 FE punches above its price:
- Generative Edit: remove unwanted objects or people from photos, fill in backgrounds seamlessly, or resize elements — all with AI.
- Portrait Studio: create stylised portraits or avatars with realistic expressions.
- Instant Slow‑mo: long‑press any video moment and AI generates extra frames for buttery‑smooth slow motion.
- Audio Eraser: strip out background noise (wind, crowd, traffic) from videos while keeping voices crisp.
- Auto Trim: AI selects the best clips from your footage for quick, share‑ready edits.
The triple‑lens setup (50MP main, 12MP ultrawide, 8MP telephoto) plus a new 12MP AI‑enhanced selfie camera ensures sharp, vibrant shots. Low‑light performance is boosted by AI noise reduction, and video editing feels almost pro‑level thanks to these tools.
Battery & Charging
A 4,900mAh battery with 45W wired charging (and 15W wireless) easily powers a full day of AI‑heavy use.
Verdict
The Galaxy S25 FE isn’t just a cheaper S25 — it’s a flagship AI experience at a mid‑tier price. For around R15 000, you get the same Galaxy AI toolkit as the Ultra, including powerful AI camera features that make editing, enhancing, and sharing content effortless. For creators, marketers, and everyday users who want smarter photography without Ultra pricing, this is the sweet spot and rational choice for most users/buyers.
SME Tech Guru Score: 9/10 Pros: Full Galaxy AI suite, powerful AI camera tools, premium design, strong battery life Cons: Slower charging than rivals, not the absolute best low‑light hardware
