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It's hard to ignore the Galaxy S25 when it's $350

December 18, 2025 5 min read views
It's hard to ignore the Galaxy S25 when it's $350
It's hard to ignore the Galaxy S25 when it's $350 Samsung Galaxy S25+ on desk next to camera 4 By  Timi Cantisano Published 1 hour ago Timi is a news and deals writer who's been reporting on technology for over a decade. He loves breaking down complex subjects into easy-to-read pieces that keep you informed. But his recent passion comes from finding the best discounts on the internet on some of the best tech products out right now. Sign in to your Android Police account Summary Generate a summary of this story follow Follow followed Followed Like Like Log in Here is a fact-based summary of the story contents: Try something different: Show me the facts Explain it like I’m 5 Give me a lighthearted recap

The Galaxy S25 Ultra is the phone everyone talks about, but the Galaxy S25 is the one everyone should be buying. It's practical, powerful, and more affordable. Plus, it will live on for years thanks to Samsung's commitment to seven years of software updates.

If all of that wasn't enough, how about that this phone now costs just $350? Yes, it's really that cheap, but it does require a commitment to Mint Mobile for one year of service. Now, you might be trying to click away, but hear me out, it's still a superb deal.

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So what are you going to have to commit to in order to get this phone for $350? Well, it's just one year of service that comes out to be $15/month, or $180 for the whole year. You get access to the carrier's unlimited service, which delivers unlimited text, calls, and data.

We've tested out the network, and it's reliable coverage and speed left us impressed. In addition, the plan also includes free calls to Canada, Mexico, and the UK. For the most part, you can't go wrong here, with the total price coming out to just $530.

Why skip the Ultra?

Everyone tends to gravitate towards the Galaxy S25 Ultra, but it's just not the phone series that it used to be. For the past few years, Samsung has been phoning it in, with the phone's major drawback being that its cameras just aren't flagship level anymore.

When you take that away, the phone is nearly identical to what you get with the Galaxy S25. You get a powerful processor, fantastic screen, impressive software — all for a much lower price. The Galaxy S25 Ultra isn't a bad phone, it just isn't the one for most people.

So if you've been looking for something new and want a phone that delivers a refined experience, we think the Galaxy S25 is going to be the way to go. And if you're willing to sign up for Mint Mobile, you can now get it for just $350. Of course, you can always buy it unlocked for $650.

The Samsung Galaxy S25 on a white background Like Follow Followed Samsung Galaxy S25 $350 $800 Save $450 SoC Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy Display type LTPO AMOLED, 120Hz Display dimensions 6.2" Display resolution 2340 x 1080 RAM 12GB

Samsung's Galaxy S25 keeps things small without sacrificing power. With a Snapdragon 8 Elite processor, 12GB of RAM, and all sorts of tools courtesy of Galaxy AI, this is everything you expect from a modern flagship squeezed into a relatively svelte chassis.

Storage 128GB, 256GB, 512GB Battery 4,000mAh Charge speed 25W Charge options USB-C Wired, Qi wireless Ports USB-C Operating System Android 15 and One UI 7 Front camera 12MP f/2.2 Rear camera 50MP f/1.8 main, 12MP f/2.2 ultrawide, 10MP f/2.4 3x telephoto Cellular connectivity Sub-6 & mmWave 5G Wi-Fi connectivity Wi-Fi 7 Connectivity NFC Bluetooth Bluetooth 5.4 Dimensions 146.9 x 70.5 x 7.2 mm Weight 162g IP Rating IP68 Colors Silver Shadow, Navy, Icy Blue, Mint Stylus No Price $800 $350 at Mint Mobile Expand Collapse

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