Samsung is going to add not three but four models in its Galaxy S25 series, which it is going to do with the inclusion of a new entrant called the Galaxy S25 Slim. For the very first time, this will be a “Slim” member of the flagship lineup from the Korean tech giant. Early benchmark leaks have shown some interesting inclusions but also some probable performance trade-offs.
Slim form factor meets powerful hardware.
The Galaxy S25 Slim, model number SM-S937U, has now cropped up in some benchmark tests that confirm the presence of Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset. Its high-performance processor comes with performance cores clocking in at a blistering 4.47GHz and efficiency cores at 3.53GHz. And despite the phone’s svelte frame, the S25 Slim packs the same amount of memory as the base Galaxy S25-12GB of RAM. Only the Galaxy S25 Ultra is likely to differ with up to 16GB of RAM.
Performance: Impressive Specs, Disappointing Results
While the Galaxy S25 Slim boasts high-end specifications, its performance in Geekbench 6 tests leaves much to be desired. The device scores 3,005 in single-core tests, slightly outperforming the base Galaxy S25. However, in multi-core tests, it manages only 6,945 points, significantly lower than expected for a device featuring the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset.
This performance was probably because of the slim design of the S25 Slim, whereby the small chassis overheats with this powerful processor inside, throttling its performance when doing intensive tasks.
Thin Design: A Double-Edged Sword
It seems that Samsung’s decision to go with a svelte form factor has taken its toll on the device’s sustained performance capability. While the Galaxy S25 Slim is certainly stylish and light, it doesn’t seem to handle heat very well, which curbs its potential in more resource-intensive applications.
Notably, Geekbench 6 gives the output for hardware capabilities for only a very short time during tests; sustained performance reflecting real-world usability may be different when the device is tested under various conditions.
Galaxy S25 Launch: What to Expect
With the official launch of the Galaxy S25 lineup scheduled for January 22, Samsung is getting ready. This is where things will get serious, and a proper idea about the real-world performance of the Galaxy S25 Slim and its siblings will be obtained. The Slim variant will be joined by the standard Galaxy S25, S25+, and the high-end S25 Ultra in the series.
Final Thoughts
The Galaxy S25 Slim is going to bring a whole new dimension to Samsung’s flagship series, pairing high-end hardware with a sleek design. But according to early benchmarks, this could well come at a performance cost. Until an official reveal at least, a guess is as good as anyone’s on whether or not the Galaxy S25 Slim will be able to balance style and substance.
Keep watching for the latest on Samsung’s January 22 launch, where the full capability of the Galaxy S25 series will be unleashed.