Samsung Galaxy S25 Leaks: Launch Seems Imminent As Phones Turn Up On FCC Listing, Geekbench Benchmark

Samsung Galaxy S25+ is likely to launch with multiple colour options, including Midnight Black, Moonlight Blue, Silver Shadow, Sparkling Blue, and Sparkling Green.

A Samsung device believed to be the Galaxy S25+ (model number SM-S936U) was recently listed on Geekbench.

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Samsung Galaxy S25 Leaks: Samsung appears set to unveil its highly anticipated Galaxy S25 series, with recent certifications hinting at an imminent release. The Galaxy S25, S25+, and S25 Ultra have received Federal Communications Commission (FCC) approval, signalling that the lineup is launch-ready.

January Debut for Galaxy S25 Series

The Galaxy S25 series is expected to debut in January 2025, continuing Samsung's tradition of early-year flagship launches. This lineup will follow the Galaxy S24 series, which was introduced in January 2024. The Galaxy S25+ has also made an appearance on benchmarking platforms, revealing key specifications.

Benchmark Performance and Specifications

A Samsung device believed to be the Galaxy S25+ (model number SM-S936U) was recently listed on Geekbench. This model, likely the U.S. variant, scored 3,160 in single-core and 9,941 in multi-core tests. The phone is rumoured to feature the Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy processor, paired with 12GB of RAM, and will run on Android 15 with One UI 7.0.

In comparison, the base Galaxy S25 reportedly achieved 2,481 and 8,658 points on the same platform, highlighting incremental improvements across the lineup.

Expected Features and Pricing

The Galaxy S25+ is likely to launch with multiple colour options, including Midnight Black, Moonlight Blue, Silver Shadow, Sparkling Blue, and Sparkling Green. The device may be priced at $999 (approximately Rs 84,300) for the 12GB + 256GB variant, with a higher-tier 12GB + 512GB model potentially retailing for $1,119 (around Rs 94,500).

The handset has also been spotted on the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) website, hinting at a simultaneous launch in India.

With certifications secured and benchmarks providing a glimpse into its capabilities, the Galaxy S25 series is shaping up to be another competitive release from Samsung. Fans of the brand can expect official announcements and further details in the coming weeks.