Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy S25 Edge is generating buzz with its ultra-thin design and high-end camera capabilities, positioning it as a potential contender to surpass Apple’s anticipated iPhone 17 Air in the smartphone photography arena.
Ultra-Thin Design Meets High-End Camera Technology
Measuring just 5.85mm in thickness and weighing 163 grams, the Galaxy S25 Edge is Samsung’s thinnest smartphone to date. Despite its slim profile, it houses a 200MP main camera with a 1/1.3″ sensor and f/1.7 aperture, offering optical image stabilization (OIS) and digital zoom up to 4x with minimal quality loss. Complementing this is a 12MP ultra-wide camera with a 120-degree field of view.
The device features a 6.7-inch QHD AMOLED display with a 120Hz adaptive refresh rate, powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, 12GB of RAM, and storage options of 256GB or 512GB. It runs on Android 15 with Samsung’s One UI 7.
iPhone 17 Air: Sleek Design with a Single Camera
In contrast, leaks suggest the iPhone 17 Air will be Apple’s thinnest iPhone, at approximately 5.5mm thick. It is expected to feature a single 48MP rear camera and a 24MP front-facing camera. While the design emphasizes slimness, the single-camera setup may limit its photographic versatility compared to the Galaxy S25 Edge.
Battery and Build Considerations
The Galaxy S25 Edge includes a 3,900mAh battery, supporting 25W wired charging. Its construction utilizes a titanium frame with Corning Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2 on the front and Gorilla Glass Victus 2 on the back, ensuring durability despite its thinness.
The iPhone 17 Air’s slim design may constrain battery capacity, potentially affecting battery life. Details on its battery specifications remain limited.
Pricing and Availability
The Galaxy S25 Edge is expected to launch globally on May 30, 2025, with prices ranging between $1,100 and $1,300. It will be available in Titanium Silver, Titanium Jet Black, and Titanium Icy Blue.
The iPhone 17 Air is anticipated to be released in September 2025, with pricing details yet to be confirmed.
Samsung’s Galaxy S25 Edge combines an ultra-thin design with a powerful camera system, potentially setting a new standard in smartphone photography. While the iPhone 17 Air aims for sleekness, its single-camera setup may not match the photographic versatility offered by the S25 Edge.
