As we continue to follow the developments regarding the Samsung Galaxy S25, we discussed yesterday the possibility that it could be priced higher than its predecessor. However, new information indicates that the situation is more complicated. It appears that pricing may vary across different regions globally, but the base models of the Galaxy S25 and Galaxy S25 Plus are expected to maintain their prices similar to the previous generation in European markets.
The Galaxy S25 is anticipated to retail for 899 euros for the 128GB model, matching the launch price of the Samsung Galaxy S24. The 256GB variant will be available for 959 euros. The Galaxy S25 Plus is projected to start at 1,149 euros for the 256GB version and rise to 1,269 euros for the 512GB option. Again, these prices align with those of the earlier generation, indicating no significant cost increases in this segment.
However, this trend may not hold true everywhere. Reports from South Korea have suggested an expected increase in prices, and given the volatility of exchange rates, the prices for various regions may fluctuate closer to the actual launch date.
In terms of pricing within the Western market, speculation abounds. Samsung lacks production facilities in the United States, primarily assembling its devices in Vietnam and India. If tariffs proposed by the U.S. government are enacted, it could elevate the price significantly in America. Nonetheless, this is purely conjecture and should be taken with caution.
Additionally, manufacturing costs are on the rise. Qualcomm, the manufacturer of the Snapdragon 8 Elite chip, has indicated a potential price hike of up to 30%. Such increases in production costs typically lead to higher retail prices for consumers.
The Galaxy Unpacked event is expected to be held in January, where the Galaxy S25 is likely to be officially unveiled. By that time, we hope to have clearer insights into the pricing for the various models.
